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Program Impact

  • More than 850 students throughout all programs have been served by the organization since its inception in 2017.

  • 100% of students gain valuable knowledge and skills to support further education and career opportunities in the filmmaking industry. 

  • JRH programs enhance collaboration and community engagement in solving important social issues in local communities and beyond.

  • 70% of JRH students attend college, 50% of those students student film and media.

  • ​Film documentaries have been viewed hundreds of times throughout the local community and on multiple streaming platforms. 

Program Goals

  • Create short documentaries around local issues to foster community connections through conversation and problem solving.

  • Create opportunities for young adults, who are the next generation, to have a voice in their community.

  • Teach strategies that encourage examination of all sides of a social issue with the goal of finding common ground. 

  • Teach the art of filmmaking from conception to finish (acting, performing, script writing and content, cinematography, editing, TV film production, and social media advertising) using  hands- on approach. 

  • Provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for youth to learn, socialize and connect.

  • Offer training and apprenticeship opportunities that support a diversified workforce in the area of film / media

  • Provide a public forum for student work to build confidence and self-esteem through public recognition.

  • Model and foster healthy relationship between students, peers and mentors. 

Organizational Impact

  • Trenton- area youth have access to a safe place to socialize and learn.

  • Youth receive support and encouragement through adult mentoring and positive peer interactions.

  • Youth develop valuable life skills and gain an understanding of the importance of conflict resolution and acceptance of varying options on social issues.

  • Students gain valuable knowledge and skills to support attendance at colleges and universities and/or prepare for career opportunities in the filmmaking industry.

  • Programs connect youth with their community through student exhibitions and events.

  • Professional documentaries support community engagement and problem-solving around important social issues.

  • JRH programs help reduce delinquent behavior and redirect young people to engage in creative experiences / healthy goals. 

  • Students experience acceptance and develop increased self-esteem and confidence.

Workplace Opportunities and Professional Development

  • JRH programs intersect to provide students maximum exposure to hands-on opportunities in the field. Through these experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of the demands of the field and the spectrum of opportunities available to them as future professionals. 

  • Youth who participate in Generation Change documentaries are invited to participate in the Let's Film program. 

  • Youth participating in the Let's Film program are given actual paid work experience by participating in the filming of Generation Change film documentaries. 

  • All program participants are invited to take part in the filming of outside projects (i.e. commissioned work) which provides additional hands-on work opportunities. 

  • The JRH Summer Education Series was created to enhance the Let's Film program by providing advanced students with opportunities to hear from industry professionals and ask questions about real-life opportunities in the field. This series was instrumental in providing a virtual platform for continued growth and learning during Covid-19. 

Job Readiness in the Film & Media Industry

Learn more about preparing for a career in film and media. JRH teaches the skills necessary for success in the field!

Empowering Our Students

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