Investing in Young Minds

Dear Neighbor,

Through our state budget process, my office successfully secured $500,000 in funds for the Latino Film Institute (LFI) for the Youth Cinema Project (YCP), a signature program for our youth in grades 5 through 12 to not only learn the art of filmmaking but to engage deeply with academic standards and essential life skills, like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. This initiative, at its core, aligns with our objective to empower youth, inspire creativity, and bridge cultural and educational gaps, particularly in underserved and low-income communities facing challenges in resources and language.

The Youth Cinema Project, founded by the inspirational Edward James Olmos - Actor/Producer/Humanitarian - embodies a vision where equity and access barriers are dismantled, and we are grateful to the Latino Film Institute for their partnership, trust, and collaboration to serve the people of our community.

^{The Youth Cinema Project, Latino Film Institute (Watch Video)}

If you have any questions regarding these events or any state matter, please reach out to our district office at (213) 483-5252.

In Service,

WENDY CARRILLO
Assemblywoman, District 52
Chair, Select Committee on Latina Inequities
Vice Chair, Legislative Progressive Caucus