Produced by IAWA Founder, Meisha Robinson, and directed by James Williams, the documentary I Am Because We Are shares the stories of the youth living the realities of South Africa's 50% youth unemployment rate and a Black American woman inspired by their stories that starts an organization to give youth more than a fighting chance to succeed.

Visit www.iamweareyouth.org for screening dates and cities. The I Am, Because We Are film is a documentary highlighting the story behind the 50% youth unemployment rate in South Africa and what drove an American woman to take action that ultimately changed her life. Log line: With the youth unemployment rate at 50%, several South African youth share their thoughts on the dire situation, as an American woman inspired by their stories starts an organization to give youth more than a fighting chance to succeed.

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After touring the United States from Chicago, Illinois to Augusta, Georgia I Am Because We Are is now available to view in the convenience of your home. Click the link above to view and be sure to leave a comment and let us know your thoughts.

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