Justice for My Sister

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Justice for My Sister

Gender equality organization to train women of color and non-binary youth in filmmaking. Born from a documentary about femicide in Guatemala.

Non-profit organization and digital media outlet to connect local Latina youth, young women of color and LGBTQ emerging filmmakers to the Hollywood film & TV industry. We aim to train advocates of gender-equality from underrepresented communities in digital storytelling, to change the face of Hollywood and promote stories that celebrate healthy relationships. Workshops in writing, producing, direc

ting, for young adults and professionals. Documentary film about one woman's journey to hold her sister's killer accountable, despite rampant impunity and victim-blaming in Guatemala. Directed and produced by Kimberly Bautista, narrated by Kate del Castillo, broadcast on PBS and TeleSUR. Received Best Documentary at Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (2013), Movies That Matter Film Festival (Holland, 2013), the Icaro Film Festival (Guatemala, 2013), and the Central American International Film Festival (2017).

08/07/2026

Justice for My Sister would like to celebrate South Asian American Heritage Month by sharing stories that represent the South Asian diaspora through film!

1. We Are Lady Parts (2011) - Peacock
2. Monkey Man (2024) - Available to rent or purchase
3. RRR (2022) - Netflix
4. Panther Panchali (1955) - HBO Max
5. All We Imagine As Light (2024) - Available to rent or purchase
6. Monsoon Wedding (2001) - Available to rent or purchase
7. Churails (2020) - currently unavailable in the US
8. Writing With Fire (2021) - Available to rent or purchase
9. Girls Will Be Girls (2024) - Available to rent or purchase
10. Last Film Show (2021) - YouTube

A great way to honor our ancestors and bridge the gap of inequity within the film and television industry is to continue to share our stories. Storytelling is a radical act of resistance against systems that seek to erase us. These films remind us that every life holds a perspective worth sharing and every voice has a place in our collective narrative.

Happy South Asian American Heritage Month! Share your favorite South Asian film in the comments below.

08/04/2026

“Zach was exactly the kind of PA every indie set needs: adaptable, present, and genuinely invested in
the work. [They] supported G&E, production design, and general production with care and a great
attitude, and we’d bring him back without hesitation.”

Zach 吴 is a Production Assistant Certification Program alumni who got hired as a paid PA on the independent set, Anima Intervention. We are so proud that Zach was able to apply the tools that they learned during their training. As a part of our program, Justice for My Sister’s Production Assistant Certification Program sponsors PA trainees on professional sets to gain experiences and build networks that launch their careers in the film & television industry.

Stay tuned for more BTS from different sets as well as an introduction to our 2026 cohort of Production Assistant Certification Program participants.

If you would like to hire our production assistants on your set, click the link in our bio and fill out the inquiry form.

08/03/2026

Join Justice for My Sister in welcoming the Production Assistant Certification Program 2026 cohort!

We are so excited to kick off our 8-week virtual sessions where our talented Teaching Artists provide emerging filmmakers of color with career exploration and training in the film & TV industry! Our goal is to provide the next generation of filmmakers with the tools that they need to break down systemic barriers within the industry.

Stay tuned to meet the rest of our cohort and turn on post notifications to keep up with the latest news on the Production Assistant Certification Program.

07/29/2026

Thank you to the Justice for My Sister community for showing up to support our emerging filmmakers of color Tía Chucha's Centro Cultural for our Nuevas Novelas screening!

We are so proud of all of our participants for sharing their stories and using what they learned to produce their powerful films. We can’t wait to share them with you all!

🔔Be sure to turn on post notifications to stay up-to-date!

Edited by Gí Tenamá | Photographer

07/27/2026

July is Disability Pride Month which honors the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990, a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. More than a commemoration, it’s a celebration of disability as an identity, a community, and a culture, while recognizing that the fight for accessibility, equity, and inclusion continues.

Justice for My Sister would like to highlight stories that explore disability through a range of perspectives and experiences. No single film can capture the full spectrum of disability, but it’s important that we share our stories and experiences with authenticity.

    1    Crip Camp - Netflix
    2    A Different Man - Available for rent/purchase
    3    CODA - AppleTV
    4    The Peanut Butter Falcon - Cinemax
    5    37 Seconds - Netflix
    6    The Reason I Jump - KINO Film Collection
    7    Special - Netflix

What would you add to the list? Share your suggestions in the comments below!

07/24/2026

“I was yelling inside and screaming for help until I finally decided it was time for recovery.”

TW CSA: Mercedes is a participant from our Video Diaries program who shared their personal story of child sexual abuse and substance abuse and their journey to healing through spirituality, art, therapy, rehabilitation, community, and finally…self acceptance.

For many Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), conversations about mental health are shaped by systemic inequities, cultural stigma, discrimination, financial barriers, and a lack of empathy and compassion from people who are meant to protect us. Too often, these experiences are overlooked, leaving many people feeling unseen, unheard, and is often at the detriment to one’s own life.
Check in on your loved ones. We all need community, especially during times where accessibility to health care and resources are dire. Advocate for those you love and continue to support each other..

Mental health is for everyone, and everyone deserves care that affirms their identity, culture, and lived experience. 🤍

07/23/2026

Celebrating 5 years of the Trans Possibilities Intensive! 🏳️‍⚧️

On Wednesday, July 29, join Isabel Sandoval and Moi Santos online for an exclusive live conversation: Toward Trans Possibilities: Transgender Storytelling with Isabel Sandoval at Sundance Collab / The Sundance Institute!

The Trans Possibilities Intensive has spent half a decade directly supporting transgender artists of color through custom development and project-based grants. To mark this milestone, the program’s founder, Moi Santos, is sitting down with visionary multi-hyphenate auteur Isabel Sandoval to reflect on the proliferation, power, and future of trans storytelling and authentic representation.

What we will explore:
    •    The shifting landscape of trans visibility over the last five years
    •    How independent trans-led projects are pushing creative boundaries
    •    Practical advice for emerging trans talent navigating the industry today
    •    The expanding creative and professional possibilities for trans cinema
This event is completely free and open to all creators.
    •    When: Wednesday, July 29, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT
    •    Fee: Free (RSVP required)
    •    RSVP: Grab your free ticket at the link: https://sndnc.org/4fc8tfk

07/21/2026

‼️TOMORROW!

Join Justice for My Sister Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 6PM PST for our virtual BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Table Read!

Fellows from BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Phase 2 will present excerpts from their upcoming television pilots with directing cast and narrator. You will be able to provide live feedback to our screenwriters and help them in their development process. You will also have a chance to network with industry professionals and fellow creatives.

Two of our featured writers are Ish*ta Bhimavarapu (Portals) and Elliott Maya (Guts). Read their bios and loglines and RSVP to the event using the link in our bio!

07/20/2026

‼️2 DAYS LEFT!!

Join Justice for My Sister Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 6PM PST for our virtual BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Table Read!

Fellows from BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Phase 2 will present excerpts from their upcoming television pilots with directing cast and narrator. You will be able to provide live feedback to our screenwriters and help them in their development process. You will also have a chance to network with industry professionals and fellow creatives.

Two of our featured writers are Kimberly Divad (Saintsville) and Jodine Gordon (The Last Prophet). Read their bios and loglines and RSVP to the event using the link in our bio!

07/16/2026

Join Justice for My Sister Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 6PM PST for our virtual BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Table Read!

Fellows from BIPOC Sci Fi Lab Phase 2 will present excerpts from their upcoming television pilots with directing cast and narrator. You will be able to provide live feedback to our screenwriters and help them in their development process. You will also have a chance to network with industry professionals and fellow creatives.

Two of our featured writers are Adia Ivey (When the Porch Light Flickers) and Noel Quiñones (The Telescope). Read their bios and loglines and RSVP to the event using the link in our bio!

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