Black Lives Matter March on Kodiak by Scout
This video features interviews with several Kodiak residents discussing the Black Lives Matter movement both on the island and beyond. Participants share their perspectives on the movement’s impact within their community, the conversations it has sparked, and the changes they hope to see.
This film was produced by a Kodiak 8th grader during a “Kodiak COVID-19 and Culture” film workshop in partnership with Bitanga Productions and the Kodiak History Museum. Generous funding for this workshop was provided by the Alaska Community Foundation Social Justice Fund and the Charlotte Martin Foundation.
Workshop Info
The Kodiak COVID-19 and Culture Film Workshop, held in partnership with Bitanga Productions and the Kodiak History Museum, provided participants with the opportunity to explore the impact of the pandemic on local culture through filmmaking. Generously funded by the Alaska Community Foundation Social Justice Fund and the Charlotte Martin Foundation, this workshop enabled participants to document and reflect on their experiences and stories, preserving a unique moment in Kodiak's history.
More videos from this workshop:
Understanding COVID and my Alutiiq Heritage by James
This video delves into the Alutiiq heritage and rural life on Kodiak Island, highlighting the community’s efforts to support its […]
Gaming During COVID by Joseph
This video explores how gaming has helped people stay social during the COVID-19 quarantine. Through interviews and personal stories, gamers […]
A Day In the Life of Quarantine by Jude
In this video, Jude interviews his two sisters, exploring how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered their daily lives in different […]
My Mom’s Journey with COVID
This video explores the personal journey of one woman and a large family as they navigate the challenges of the […]
COVID’s Impact on Set-Netting in Uyak Bay
This film was produced by a Kodiak 5th grader Luke and his best friend Tchabo, also a 5th grader, during […]
Land Acknowledgement
This video was filmed on Alutiiq (Sugpiaq) Land. Learn more about land acknowledgements at native-land.ca.