MAYSLES INSTITUTE INC

The Maysles Documentary Center (MDC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the production and exhibition of documentary films that inspire dialogue and action. Through our education and cinema programs we engage diverse communities in creative self-expression, communicating ideas and advocating needs. Maysles Education at MDC offers award-winning, year-round documentary education programs for filmmakers and film enthusiasts of all ages. This includes on-site production and media literacy programs for adults and adolescents, as well as school and community-based partnerships. Our teaching artists are professional filmmakers and experienced educators that work with students to develop storytelling, film production, and community engagement skills. We host six education programs at our documentary center in Harlem including: Filmmakers Collaborative for Adults producing course; Community Producers healing through documentary for court-involved youth, Teen Producers Academy for high school students; Van Lier fellowship for aspiring young filmmakers, Triggering Wounds gun violence prevention program; and Junior Filmmakers for ages 10 to 13. We also run a documentary production program in the South Bronx in partnership with NeON Arts. Cultural and community partners include WNET/ Thirteen, Adobe Youth Voices, Harlem Hospital Center, NY County District Attorney’s Office, Carnegie Hall NeON Arts, New York City Housing Authority Citywide Youth Leadership Council, City College of NY, Cure Violence/ SNUG, and more. All programs are free or low-cost, with sliding scale available for those in need. We offer diverse, year-round programming for youth and adults in Harlem, Northern Manhattan, and South Bronx communities. Our goal is to enhance community storytelling and civic engagement by providing residents with specialized knowledge in documentary filmmaking and the technical tools they need to succeed.