Indigenous Representation in Media Panel 10/15/24

Boston University College of Communication DEI Committee will host its first virtual COMtalk, "Telling Our Stories: Indigenous Representation in the Media," on October 16 at noon EST.

Since 2021, acclaimed films and shows such as Reservation Dogs, Killers of the Flower Moon, and Rutherford Falls have played significant roles in highlighting and celebrating Indigenous storytelling, while dispelling stereotypes of Native Americans. Despite these efforts, representation of Native Americans in the entertainment industry remains low. A 2024 USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center and IllumiNative Org report found that less than 1% of Native Americans work in the entertainment industry. There is still much work to be done to increase the visibility of Indigenous peoples in the media, raise awareness of the injustices affecting their communities, and pay homage to their traditions and culture.

This conversation will help us explore how native and non-native individuals can effectively and respectfully engage with and support Indigenous stories.

Our esteemed panelists include Angel Charley, executive director of IllumiNative Org, a Native woman-led racial and social justice organization dedicated to challenging the narrative about Native peoples; Cristina Kotz Cornejo, professor of film/digital production and director of BFA at Emerson College, with a focus on Indigenous representation in film; and Sarah Liese, journalist at KOSU (NPR), known for her in-depth coverage of Indigenous issues. Taylor Morales (COM'25) will moderate the discussion.

To register, https://lnkd.in/eCt58WAC

A Visit to RISD Film Seniors

Cristina was invited to RISD as a Guest Critic and Artist for the Film Seniors about to embark on filming their thesis films. After a full day of script feedback, Cristina shared her own work and process as writer/director.

PRAGDA Latin Cinema

“🎉 Today, we are honored to spotlight the incredible work of Cristina Kotz Cornejo- a visionary in the world of visual and media arts, and a dedicated mentor to Indigenous filmmakers. With an impressive career as a prolific filmmaker herself, Cristina has been recognized with numerous fellowships, including the prestigious 2020 Journalism360 Challenge Grant and the LEF Foundation's Moving Image Fund Grants.

In 2014, Cristina made history as the first Latina Full Professor of Media Production in the US, having been promoted to Full Professor in the Department of Visual and Media Arts at Emerson College. Her unwavering commitment to her craft has earned her multiple accolades, including the Mann Stearns Distinguished Faculty Award, the American Spirit Award for Special Achievement in Educating New Filmmakers, and the esteemed title of VARIETY's 2021 Educator of the Year. We are truly inspired by her remarkable achievements and grateful for her ongoing contributions to the field.” PRAGDA Latin Cinema

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