06/18/2026
This documentary explores the long arc of student activism and voting rights in Champaign County, Illinois, connecting 1970s student-led movements to present-day civic leadership. Through historical context, personal reflection, and firsthand accounts, it traces how youth organizing, civil rights coalitions, and the fight for student voter registration helped reshape local democracy. The film underscores a central theme: small, collective actions—especially by young people—can create lasting structural change, affirming the enduring power and responsibility of participation in democracy.
