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Southeast Coastal Ambassador Meeting: Silver Dollar Road Screening
February 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
In recognition of Black History Month, we are proud to showcase an important story from our North Carolina coast by screening Silver Dollar Road at our upcoming Coastal Ambassador Meeting. Silver Dollar Road follows the story of the Reels family as told by the matriarch Mamie Reels Ellison and her niece Kim Renee Duhon, two fierce women defending their rights and fighting to protect their ancestor’s land and their brothers and uncles Melvin and Licurtis, who were imprisoned for eight years—the longest sentence for civil contempt in North Carolina history. The film highlights the ways the legal system is exploited to limit land ownership in Black communities and further contributes to the racial wealth gap.
We recognize that the subject matter is deeply sensitive and may evoke strong emotions. We aim to provide a respectful space for reflection and meaningful dialogue on these critical issues. In line with our commitment to environmental justice, we invite you to join us for an evening of film and discussion as we learn, remember, and work together toward a more equitable future.
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