Fundi: The Story of Ella Baker

Fundi: The Story of Ella Baker reveals the instrumental role that Ella Baker, a friend and advisor to Martin Luther King, Jr. and “godmother” of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, played in shaping the American Civil Rights movement. The dynamic activist was affectionately known as the Fundi, a Swahili word for a person who passes skills from one generation to another. This documentary chronicles Baker’s influential—and essential—role in the Civil Rights movement. Discussion with the son of the filmmaker, Mark Rabinowitz (IndieWire), moderated by Justin Reid (Virginia Foundation for the Humanities)

Supported by the UVA Office for Diversity and Equity

Historical Themes Political and Social Issues

Date

Sat, Nov 5, 2016

Time

2:00 PM

Location

Downtown Mall : Violet Crown C

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