In 2012 PBS’s news documentary series FRONTLINE explored the issue of child poverty and homelessness in America through the eyes of the children themselves in the Emmy-nominated Poor Kids.Five years later they revisit the kids at the heart of the film—Kaylie, Brittany, Jasmine, and Johnny—and their families to see what their lives are like now, offering a powerful and intimate look at what poverty and homelessness mean to children—and to the country. With more than one in six of the nation’s children living below the poverty line, Poor Kids offers an unforgettable perspective on the impact of unemployment, foreclosure, and financial distress through the eyes of the children who are directly impacted.

Preceded by The Brown House by Jarel Espina | US 2018 | 3 min

In this short film produced in CFI Education’s My Place | My Story digital storytelling workshop for teens, the filmmaker recounts his experience as a homeless youth living in a shelter in San Rafael.

Panel discussion to follow the screening featuring:

• Lynn Murphy, Mental Health Outreach Liaison, San Rafael Police Department
• Ken Shapiro, Director, Whole Person Care, Marin County Health & Human Services
• Meredith Parnell, Executive Director, MarinKids
• Dylan Donner, Children for Change Student Member
• Norah Elder, Children for Change Student Member