We Are the Keepers
Last week, the way our nation voted left us feeling punched in the gut. Like so many times during EVC’s 40 years...
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Nov 111 min read
EVC Activism
From EVC’s beginning in the 80s, our youth producers have created documentaries that ask critical questions about injustice...
Nov 16 min read
The 4 I's of Oppression: How Critical Literacy Is the Bedrock of Homeplace
Living in childhood without a sense of home, I found a place of sanctuary in “theorizing,” in making sense out of what was happening....
Oct 308 min read
From the City to the Holler Part 2: Summers in Roses Creek
I was deeply inspired by Appalachian filmmakers and supported by local grassroots organizers to create a summer program where New York City.
Oct 278 min read
From the City to the Holler Part 1: Beyond the Borders of New York City
As I write this, Appalachia is once again in the news. Donald Trump’s pick for his vice-presidential running mate is controversial author J.
Jul 117 min read
Training the Next Generation of “Incredible” Educators
In 2018, the youth leaders of EVC were instrumental in the hiring of the organization’s first BIPOC executive director...
Jun 310 min read
A New Version of Me: Homeplace for Migrant Youth
Testifying before the New York City Council in March 2024, Educational Video Center (EVC) youth leader Mously Thiam appeared unflappable.
May 318 min read
Spaces for Teachers to Learn: The Origins of EVC’s Teacher Education Program
On the last day of the inaugural class I co-taught with teacher Liz Andersen at Satellite Academy, the students gave me a memorable gift...
May 303 min read
Meet our Honorees
Meet the honorees of our 40th Anniversary Benefit & Youth Doc Premiere
May 98 min read
Homeplace: Creating a Community of Mutual Care and Resistance at EVC
“Described by bell hooks, ‘homeplace’ is a space where Black folx truly matter to each other, where souls are nurtured, comforted, and fed..
Apr 259 min read
Memories of Mandelay
This is the second in a series of guest blog posts written by EVC’s founding executive director emeritus, Steve Goodman, on EVC’s early year
Mar 196 min read
The Roots of EVC
It was a hot day in July. I was at a block party in the Bronx.
Jan 122 min read
Happy 40th Anniversary EVC!
EVC was excited to bring in 2024 by kicking off #EVC40Years at our Winter Celebration & Youth Documentary Premiere!
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Kick Off #EVC40Years at Our Winter Celebration!
EVC is hosting a very special Youth Documentary Premiere and Winter Celebration Wednesday, January 10 at 6pm SVA Theatre, 333 West 23rd...
May 11, 20231 min read
You're Invited to Our Spring Benefit!
You’re invited! Thriving through Belonging: EVC’s Spring Benefit and Youth Documentary Premiere Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 6-9 PM ET Film...
Apr 24, 20232 min read
EVC Is Going...Bilingual: Our Website Is Now Available in Spanish
EVC is doubling down on its commitment to empower migrant youth by increasing the amount and reach of our Spanish media arts programming.
Apr 21, 20236 min read
Interview with Sam Verdugo, Day One Educator
EVC had the opportunity to interview Day One educator, Sam Verdugo.
Apr 5, 20236 min read
A Look at Our Archives with an Archivist: Catching Up with EVC 1994 Alum Byron Graziano
We spoke with EVC alum and professional broadcast news archivist Byron Graziano, who reminisced with us over his time as a youth producer.
Feb 22, 20235 min read
We're Hiring: Deputy Director of Human Resources & Operations
EVC is seeking an exceptional candidate to join our team as EVC’s first Deputy Director of Humane Resources and Operations.
Feb 22, 20234 min read
We're Hiring: Program Manager, External/Professional Development Programs
EVC is seeking an exceptional full-time Program Manager, External/Professional Development Programs.
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