We would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone who attended Gaining Ground, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Your presence and support made the event a truly unforgettable experience. We are grateful for your enthusiastic participation and look forward to welcoming you back to future events as we continue to share thought-provoking films and stories that highlight the social injustice issues of our time. Thank you for being a part of this incredible moment!

Congratulations to our Director’s Choice 2024 Winner, Eternal Polk, director, writer, and film producer of Gaining Ground: The Fight for Black Land, an amazing award-winning documentary that will move and motivate people to act for years to come. 

A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished panelists: Director, Eternal Polk, IL State Rep, Sonya Harper, and Director of Agricultural Law Institute for Underrepresented and Underserved Communities at Southern University Law Center, Attorney Ebony Woodruff.

Their brilliant understanding of the issues affecting Black farmers, storytelling, and shared pathways for change was unforgettable. Kudos to Moderator Troy Pryor, who effortlessly brought out the best in each panelist with humor and humility. 

This event would not have been possible without the help of our on-site staff who worked diligently to provide top-notch service to our guests throughout the evening. Their dedication and grace helped create a memorable experience for all attendees. 

See you next time! Stay connected!