A Rising tide

A look at homelessness in Alameda County

A Cheryl Fabio Film

Trailer A Rising Tide

A_Rising_Tide_2_13_min from Sarah Webster Fabio Center on Vimeo.

A look at Homelessness in Alameda County

Through the eyes of children, their families, and the helping industry that has developed from the housing crisis, A Rising Tide follows the strategies of families and service providers struggling with homelessness.

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Announcing Film Distribution with BullFrog Films

The Sarah Webster Fabio Center for Social Justice (SWFCenter) is thrilled to announce that our documentary, A Rising Tide, is now available through esteemed educational film distributor, Bullfrog Films.

For requests involving the documentary or inquiries about inviting the film to your event, please reach out directly to Bullfrog Films.

Email: info@bullfrogfilms.com
Phone: (610) 779-8226

Home Screening Opportunity Suitcase Screening

We invite you to partake in the SUITCASE SCREENINGS of “A Rising Tide,” a series of 20 to 40 community sessions proposed between July 15th and November. Join us in these screenings designed to empower community members by helping them connect with their personal power and encouraging them to address the rising homelessness in Oakland, particularly affecting Black children and their families. By attending, you will experience the feature-length documentary “A Rising Tide,” which serves as a catalyst for learning and discussion. Together, we will explore the reasons behind the heightened vulnerability of these groups to homelessness and discover ways to create meaningful change.

In order to participate fill out the form to the right and a SWFCenter staff member will reach out to coordinate screenings.

*must be located in the Bay Area*

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Upcoming screening: A Rising Tide at the Awareness Film Fest

Join us for a special screening of A Rising Tide as part of the Awareness Film Fest on Saturday, October 5th, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 1000 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA.

In line with the mission of the Awareness Film Fest, A Rising Tide sheds light on the homelessness crisis in the Bay Area, offering a raw and compelling look at one of today’s most urgent social issues. Through this powerful documentary, viewers are invited to witness the stories of those often overlooked, sparking deeper understanding and inspiring action toward meaningful change.

The screening block will feature 1-6 films played in succession over 60-135 minutes, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Your ticket grants you access to all films in this block.

Entry begins at 3:00 pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with thought-provoking stories that challenge us to see beyond the surface and connect with our shared humanity.

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The Mission What is the Sarah Webster Fabio Center for Social Justice (SWFCenter)?

The mission of SWFCenter is to support the needs of traditionally underserved communities by providing opportunities for dialogue, art, social justice, and community building.

A 501(C)3, the organization was inspired by the work of Sarah Fabio, poet, scholar, educator, and cultural critic. Fabio consistently found ways to speak her truth and continues to inspire others to do the same!

The Goal

Our programming is unapologetic and focused on African Americans and the African Diaspora. SWFCenter operates as a trans-disciplinary, community-based, media outlet that is youth-concerned and free-flowing. SWFCenter’s primary practice is producing documentary films. Our films emphasize cultural transformation and countering widespread anti-Black narratives. SWFCenter’s efforts inspire future change agents to thrive. The organization made twenty in 2023.