Women's voices and stories from all over the world take centre stage in the Persister film program. What are they saying about the cultural, political and economic forces that undermine or uphold women's fight for equal rights and against gender-based violence? Where is Canada situated within the conversation? This discussion features filmmakers from the Persister film program and representatives from partner organizations.
PANELISTS
Julia Samuels, Producer/Writer, "I Told My Mum I was Going on an R.E. Trip..."
Pachi Bustos, Director, Haydee and the Flying Fish
Heather Haynes, Hot Docs Senior International Programmer
Kate Higgins, Oxfam Canada Deputy Executive Director and Women’s Rights Advocate
Presenting Sponsor
Outreach Partners
