Community media is critical because it is produced by those at the heart of the narrative, says guest columnist Helyx Horwitz.

The day-long "unconference" featured journalism geekery, spirited discussion, a fireside chat with Michael Smerconish, and Klein Camp’s first-ever freelancer pitch auction.

The annual gathering on news innovation returns to Temple University's Annenberg Hall for a day of thought-provoking discussion, sharing, networking, and professional development.

A year and a half after first trialing an individual membership program, we’ve updated the offering and included a way for organizations to contribute.

The 15 films selected for the festival will be screened on Friday, October 4 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Philadelphia Film Center at 1412 Chestnut Street.

"These prison doors become revolving doors. Being in and out, in and out, in and out. That’s the message I was trying to get across," Jerome L. tells Generocity freelancer Shalon Bayliss.

With films from the likes of Questlove and Solange Knowles, and live conversations between luminaries Spike Lee and Tarana Burke, the festival is a must-attend Philly event.

Filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor: "I think that this offers a different perspective on immigration ... Immigrants are not helpless. They are incredibly strong people.”

De Aguiar answered Generocity's questions about Independence Public Media, its recent grants, and her ideas about how philanthropy needs to change.