DKR Films:
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Event Details:
- Date: Monday, June 9
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Room 428, Massachusetts State House
Exclusive screening of the award‑winning documentary There Are Things To Do, directed by Mike Syers and produced by Fermín Rojas. This powerful 18‑minute film chronicles the life and legacy of Urvashi Vaid—an immigrant, LGBTQ+ activist, author, and trailblazer—whose vision reshaped the modern LGBTQ+ movement and continues to inspire changemakers around the world.
“She was, almost certainly, the most prolific LGBTQ organizer in history.”
- Masha Gessen, The New Yorker
Fermín Rojas, Producer of this powerful film, provide a brief introduction. After the screening, please stay for a facilitated discussion—sharing insights on community building, leadership, and what each of us can do next to advance equality and justice.
More film information at: www.therearethingstodo.com and PBS
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“She was, almost certainly, the most prolific LGBTQ organizer in history.” - Masha Gessen, The New Yorker
Contacts
Fermín Rojas
Producer
DKR Films
fermin.dkr@gmail.com
OR
Colin Hennessy
Office of Sen. Julian Cyr
colin.hennessy@masenate.gov
OR
Mike Syers
Director / Producer
film@therearethingstodo.com