Description:

Join the Center for Health Equity Transformation (CHET) as we discuss Ava DuVernay’s film titled 13th. We hope you can connect with us virtually for a facilitated discussion moderated by Soledad A. McGrath, Executive Director of the Northwestern Neighborhood & Network Initiative (N3).What's the documentary about?

13TH is an in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation's history of racial inequality. Combining archival footage with testimony from activists and scholars, director Ava DuVernay's examination of the U.S. prison system looks at how the country's history of racial inequality drives the high rate of incarceration in America. This piercing, Oscar-nominated film won Best Documentary at the Emmys, the BAFTAs and the NAACP Image Awards.

US Rating: TV-MA For mature audiences. May not be suitable for ages 17 and under.

When is the CHET Discussion?

Date: Monday, August 3rd
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Where do I find the documentary? When should I watch it?
Please take the time to view this film in advance before this discussion. The 13th Film is available to view for free on Youtube.

Find the youtube link here: https://youtu.be/krfcq5pF8u8

This documentary is also available to stream on Netflix by searching "13th."