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Leah has over 20 years of experience in curation and production of independent documentaries, film festivals, panel conversations, and as grant-making advisor. Her work has focused on social justice, accountability, inclusivity, and impact in film.

As Associate Director at the Human Rights Watch Film Festival for 11 years Leah led efforts to embed accessible, inclusive and trauma-informed practices – from programming / curation to event production – while building on her relationships in the international film, human rights and journalism worlds. The intersection of ethics, accountability, impact and care has guided Leah’s many roles and collaborations over the years, in which she has strived to center the dignity and authority of those most marginalized and co-build deep and meaningful impact, while honoring creative storytelling. Previous roles include work with institutions such as POV, Sundance Film Festival & Institute, Chicken & Egg Pictures, Catapult Film Fund, Rooftop Films and Arts Engine.