Denver, Colorado
A Powerful Conversation on Foster Care Through Film
Emmy award-winning Rebecoming Me: Falling Through Foster Care is a deeply personal and compelling documentary that brings to light the lived experiences of five extraordinary adults who spent part of their childhood in the foster care system. This raw and honest film uncovers the complexities of foster care, highlighting both the struggles and the resilience of those who have navigated it firsthand.
Produced by Better Together Productions in collaboration with Cobbled Streets, Rebecoming Me uses the power of storytelling to spark crucial conversations about the systemic challenges foster youth face and the opportunities for meaningful change. The film serves as a call to action, inviting audiences to reflect on how communities can better support children in foster care and drive lasting improvements at both local and national levels.
More than just a screening, this event was a powerful gathering of individuals committed to making a difference. The audience brought together those with lived foster care experience, community leaders, advocates, and allies, all united by a shared goal of fostering understanding and change. Following the screening, a thought-provoking panel discussion deepened the dialogue, offering firsthand perspectives and actionable insights on how to create a more supportive and effective foster care system. Attendees engaged in meaningful conversations, exchanged ideas, and connected with organizations working toward reform. The event not only shed light on critical issues but also served as a catalyst for advocacy, collaboration, and real impact in communities both locally and beyond.
