The subject matter: the growing epidemic of hate and extremism
The Film: Refuge
Refuge is a story about fear and love in the American South. A leader in a white nationalist hate group finds healing from the people he once hated - a Muslim heart doctor and his town of refugees. Chris is a husband and father, a veteran, and until recently, a leader in the KKK. He started hating Muslims when the planes hit the Twin Towers on 9/11, but is forced to confront his hate when he receives a text from Muslim refugee, Heval. Refuge illustrates the false promises of hate and reveals where real and lasting refuge is found.
Refuge is available on iTunes, Amazon Prime, and other streaming rental services. You can also catch it on your next Delta flight!
The Nonprofit: Parents for Peace
Parents for Peace is a nonprofit co-founded by Melvin Bledsoe and Monica Holley, with Myrieme Churchill serving as executive director. Through their confidential helpline, cross-sector partnerships, and public awareness campaigns, Parents For Peace cultivates, develops, and advocates for sustainable ways to counter extremism.
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Refuge received a $20,000 grant to hire an Impact Producer who will set-up non-theatrical screenings in communities across the country where instances of division, racism, and hate speech have been on the rise. Parents for Peace received a $10,000 grant to support their 12-step Trauma and Recovery Program which helps individuals avoid and recover from “addiction” to extremism, and develop healthy coping skills for processing trauma.
The Filmmakers & Nonprofit Leaders
