Carole Sumner Krechman, The Peacemaker Corps/PSGFF 2020

“The Peacemaker Corps/PSGFF 2020 will host the closing event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations by showcasing the stories and visions produced by our global partners’ youth filmmakers 18 and under. They are our future,” explained Carole Sumner Krechman.

Youth 18 and under were invited to make a 1- to 5-minute video relating what Peace in the Streets means to them. Films could be made on any device: phones, tablets, or video cameras. These films were judged by their message, not technical skills.

PSGFF has given global youth a voice by providing them with filmmaking and storytelling skills and technical tools.

“Despite the global pandemic, or perhaps because of it, entries poured in,” noted Suzanne Harvey, the Executive Director of the Peace in the Streets Global Film Festival.

“What are our youth thinking and feeling during this time of a global pandemic, international protests and uncertain future? You might be surprised at their thought provoking questions and commentary,” added Krechman.