IMPACT COORDINATOR

Maya Winneg is a filmmaker and producer based in Philadelphia. Their work, be it personal, public access or in support of important projects like Expanding Sanctuary is fueled by their keen interest in the people in their life and community. Recurrent themes include family threads or coping with existential dread, often through a surreal and joyful lens.

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE

Tyler Rocio Ecoña is a Peruvian-American artist, writer, and administrator in Philadelphia. A former intern of Cartoon Network Studios, their multidisciplinary work has been developed with organizations such as Power Street Theatre, Susquehanna University, Philly Women's Theatre Fest, Cannonball Festival, Beacon Theatre, and Temple University’s IoD, amongst others. They are passionate about community building and uplifting intersectional voices in the creative world and beyond; her work seeks to create spaces that empower diverse narratives while reflecting the world around us. BFA: The University of the Arts.

DIGITAL STORYTELLING ASSOCIATE

Currently a Senior in college studying Communications and Program Production, Sara Fueyo credits her love for entertainment to her colorful upbringing in Miami, Florida. Inspired by the constant buzz of the cities music, culture, and art, Fueyo aims to tell stories that reflect the electric energy she was raised on. When she isn't busy writing new work or getting behind a camera, Fueyo spends her free time baking TikTok recipes and reading funny memoirs.

BIG PICTURE ALLIANCE APPRENTICE

Idris/Izzy Mansaray is a Sierra Leonean American journalist and filmmaker based in Philadelphia. With a dedication to unveiling queer and immigrant histories, their art highlights overlooked figures, narratives, and news related to these communities. Through both written word and film, they strive to showcase the spirit of joy and resilience found within marginalized spaces. Idris' films have been featured in the 'Philadelphia Independent Film Festival' and the 'Big Picture Film Festival', with written work featured in outlets such as 'Imagine This Women's Film Festival'. When they're not writing or working on set, Idris can be found performing poetry around the city and playing fiddle tunes in their home in West Philly.

FELLOW

Charlie is a Queer and Latinx cinematographer from León, Mexico and southwest Florida. They study Film & TV and African American and Black Diaspora Studies at Boston University. Passionate about social justice, Charlie is invested in telling the stories of historically underrepresented minority communities through their work. They believe that in order to thoroughly educate audiences and trigger social change, a visual platform is necessary to stimulate empathy and true understanding. In their free time, they love creative writing, illustration, and talking about their bulldog, Rubble. Visit their website if you’re interested in learning more or connecting: charliemqd.com

INTERN

Mehek is a Junior at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in Economics & Film. Growing up in Mumbai, the heart of bollywood, she's always had a passion for cinema. Through travel she feels fortunate to have been able to soak up different cultures and ways of life. Using Film as a lens, Mehek enjoys experiencing diffferent worlds!