Sanctuary of Hope’s Young Action Leaders are reclaiming a piece of history too often overlooked. Their new documentary, The Dash That Made the Difference, shines a powerful light on Lowndes County, a community central to the journey from Selma to Montgomery but rarely acknowledged in the broader civil rights narrative.
Told through the lens of youth, this film explores how the “dash” between past and present carries the weight of memory, activism, resilience, and generational courage.
A Journey Rooted in Legacy
This month, the Young Action Leaders premiered their documentary at the International Counseling and Treating People of Color Conference, where it was received with deep appreciation for its truth-telling and youth-led perspective.
They also held a private screening for the Lowndes County Friends of the Civil Rights Movement and local residents—an experience that grounded their work in the very community whose story they are honoring. The conversations that emerged were heartfelt, intergenerational, and transformative.
The Dash That Made the Difference elevates the people, places, and history that shaped the movement—especially those whose contributions are often left out of textbooks and films.
A Youth-Led Film With Purpose
The documentary examines:
- Lowndes County’s pivotal but underrecognized role in civil rights history
- The ways youth interpret and carry forward the activism of past generations
- The importance of preserving local histories and community voices
- The connection between historical injustice and today’s struggles
- The responsibility we all share in continuing the work for justice
This is not just a film—it is a call to witness, to remember, and to act.
Los Angeles Premiere: Join Us
We invite the community to experience this inspiring documentary during its Los Angeles premiere, hosted by Sanctuary of Hope.
Enjoy an evening of dinner, dialogue, and youth-centered storytelling.
Date: Sunday, November 30
Time: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Strategy & Soul
3546 W. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
This screening is part of Youth Hope Month, where we uplift youth voices, celebrate resilience, and Ignite Hope across our communities.
Igniting Hope Through Storytelling
By telling the story of Lowndes County, the Young Action Leaders are igniting hope—connecting generations, bridging the past to the present, and reminding us that history lives on through those brave enough to carry it forward.
Join us as we honor this work, uplift youth leadership, and continue the movement for truth and justice.