Women’s Voices Now has launched an empathy to action campaign featuring the short documentary “Under The Scarf.” In response to ongoing global violence against marginalized communities, one of the young feminist filmmakers behind the documentary is sounding off on why we need to change the narrative.
Author: Ana Antuna
Ana Antuna is a first-generation student studying Political Science at the University of Southern California and a passionate activist and organizer. She is part of “We Can Make A Difference LA”, a group that collects and donates hygiene products and clothing for homeless communities living in Skid Row; a board member of the Boyle Heights Neighborhood Council; and volunteer with Free Arts, a non-governmental organization that provides art for underserved children in Los Angeles County. Ana, a former lead student organizer for March For Our Lives LA and current member of the Youth Change Coalition that emerged in its wake, has organized and led marches such as the 4/20 walkouts and a die-in at City Hall and received a certification of appreciation on behalf of the City of Los Angeles and the New 9th Council district for being the moderator at a panel in the 3rd Annual Mujeres Empowered for Success Latina Conference.