DOCUMENTARY
Solidarity Ride: Convergence, Resurgence, Healing & Justice
About The Film
Inspired by ancestors who led Freedom Rides
Solidarity Ride: Convergence, Resurgence, Healing & Justice aims to be a beacon of hope and resilience, shedding light on the lived experiences of those who have been marginalized and silenced for far too long.
The film centers voices from the Gulf South and Appalachia
It features people who converged for the BLAC Policy Summit in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as for a back-to-school drive in Brazoria County, Texas.
This film doesn't just document environmental injustice — it uplifts narrative justice, ensuring that the voices of impacted communities are heard, valued, and amplified.
Watch the trailer:
Why Narrative Justice Matters in the Fight Against Environmental Racism
“Environmental racism is not just about polluted air or contaminated water; it's about systemic inequality that places the heaviest burdens on those least equipped to bear them.
Communities of color often live closest to highways, industrial plants, and waste facilities — not by choice, but because of decades of discriminatory policies and practices. These injustices are compounded by the fact that their stories are often ignored or erased from mainstream narratives.
Narrative justice seeks to mobilize voices and address this imbalance by giving these communities control over their stories.
It ensures that their struggles, triumphs, and perspectives are represented authentically and powerfully. When we support narrative justice, we're not just supporting storytelling—we support agency, dignity, and truth.
From grassroots organizers demanding clean water to families reclaiming their right to breathe clean air, this film reminds us that these individuals are not victims but leaders in a justice movement.”
- Michael McKenzie
Counterstream Executive Director
Solidarity Ride: Convergence, Resurgence, Healing & Justice, Director & Writer
Screenings
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Support The Film
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Together, we can create a world where everyone has an equal opportunity to live in a safe and healthy environment—and where every story matters.
Filmmakers
Michael McKenzie
Director, Writer, Producer
Jazz Franklin
Editor, Cinematographer
Jay Evans
Assistant Editor, Cinematographer