International Documentary Association
Project Title
For support of a public engagement campaign for a documentary on civic engagement and voting rights
Date
Jun. 14, 2018
Duration
12 months
Description
Although young people are increasingly engaging in contemporary social and political movements—in some cases leading them—the youth share of the electorate has historically demonstrated some of the lowest turnout in both general and midterm elections. Capturing the Flag, a documentary film by Emmy Award-winning director Anne de Mare, highlights citizen action around voting rights during the 2016 general election. With Corporation support, the International Documentary Association will fiscally sponsor a public education campaign using Capturing the Flag as a vehicle for discussion on the importance of youth civic engagement. The campaign will partner with local and national civic engagement organizations to coordinate nationwide screenings at college campuses and to disseminate educational materials for young voters.