Unmasked: Real Heroes, Untold Stories is a docuseries profiling five change makers across Africa leading social movements to solve issues of marginalization and to improve their communities for the better.
Unmasked Docuseries
Why This?
Stories of resilience and leadership in the face of adversity shifts mainstream narratives, spotlighting underrepresented heroes stepping up to save vulnerable children and a forgotten community of orphans and refugees.
Informs audiences of the Ubuntu philosophy, “humanity toward others,” inspiring viewers to make a difference and change the realities of those in need.
Empowers anyone enduring hardships and poverty to lead solutions to problems in their own communities.
Unmasked reveals unsung heroes who take on social issues often ignored by the global community at large.
Why Now?
In a time of global divisiveness and strife, Unmasked inspires viewers to serve others through the Ubuntu philosophy. This film affirms the spirit of humanity’s interconnectedness, as the power of one person’s activism can change the world for many.
Greater impact through compassion and grassroots change agents confronting issues at their core.
Our mission is to tell stories of purpose and impact to catalyze positive social change in the world.
Our vision is a world of change makers who live by the Ubuntu philosophy of one humanity honoring our brotherhood and recognizing our interdependence.
Why Support?
Diversify artistic portfolio by empowering stories that promote social advocacy, community engagement and challenge stereotypes.
Align legacy and mission to catalyze positive change through impactful stories changing the world for the better and addressing Sustainable Development Goals.
Financial contributions are tax-deductible through our Fiscal Sponsor, The Film Collaborative.
Synopsis
Unmasked is a five-part docuseries following the lives and missions of social justice advocates across Africa doing impactful work to address issues such as poverty, hunger and barriers to healthcare and education.
The series demonstrates our shared humanity through the lens of compassionate advocates who live by the Ubuntu philosophy, “I am because we are.” Their powerful stories of resilience and sacrifice show how one person’s activism can change the world for many.
The project is fiscally sponsored by The Film Collaborative, a leading nonprofit in the film industry. There are two easy ways to donate, both options are tax-deductible.
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5. If applicable, submit for corporate matching on platforms such as Benevity.
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“Ubuntu Nation is a nation without discrimination. A nation that gives opportunity to everyone. A nation that welcomes anyone, whatever language or color. It is a nation that is putting aside our differences and making us see what we have in common. It is a nation that accepts everyone and makes us one as human beings."
Maick Mutej, co-founder Ubuntu Nation, Malawi