The Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, is continuing its Community Impact Film Series, focused on timely issues and concerns that impact the people of Charlotte. On May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the focus is on mental health.
It is free to attend, and features film screenings, poetry, a panel discussion and a resource fair.
This event is free, but registration is required.
Schedule
11am – 11:30am – Opening Announcements and Poetic Response by Jordan Bailey
11:30am – 12:45pm – Screening of a Series of Short Films (~72 min)
- Hurt by Round 7 Productions (Jeremy Kunkle)
- Rebyrth by Cydney Tucker
- Simone by Aisha Amin
- Why Can’t We Just Be Ghost? by Patrick Jang
- Jadia’s Story, Regina’s Story, Keli’s Story by Recovery Diaries
- Terrance by Joris Debeij
- Eli by Nate Milton
12:45pm–1:25pm – Panel Discussion with local experts. Panelists include Craig Young, Ericka Ellis-Stewart, Dr. Reginald W. Johnson, and Dr. Uma Suryadevara. The discussion is moderated by John Burton Jr. Learn more about them below.
1:30pm – 2:30pm – Resource Fair featuring local organizations and nonprofits:
- Block Love CLT
- Finding Inspiration Foundation
- HopeWay
- Mind the Gap
- Messy Roots
- NAMI North Carolina
- Novant Health
- Novant Health Community Cruiser
- Sanctuary Counseling Group
- She Dreams In Color Foundation
- Young 9 Foundation
Food Provided By Vitality Bowls Super Cafe and Dulce Dreams Cafe.
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