Speaking Out and Making a Difference

With regular attacks on critical race theory and the efforts to limit free speech across the country, there may be no better time for the organization Speak Out! Speak Out sponsors speakers and programs to help communities grapple with issues of race, privilege, and anti-bias work in all forms. Today, Rachel and Jim interview Amalia Mesa, the Managing Director of Speak Out. Amalia’s passion - both personally and professionally - lies in discovering how we can better ourselves and the world in which welive. From an early age, Amalia was drawn to the intersections of activism, media, culture, education and leadership. She has garnered an array of experience in the social impact sector as well as the film and TV industry, helping to develop and produce projects for HBO, Universal, Marvel Studios, 20th Century Fox, and National Geographic. She is thrilled to help accelerate SpeakOut’s growth and impact, helping the organization realize its vision, build an inspired community of creative talent, and empower the next generation. Born in Havana, Cuba, Amalia grew up in the Bay Area, and graduated from UCLA’s School of Theatre, Film, and Television. Links: https://www.speakoutnow.org https://native-land.ca https://www.speakoutnow.org/content/watch-past-speakout-webinars-and-virtual-events