Between the Sun and the Sidewalk Film Screening at Wilson Middle School October 4th

BETWEEN THE SUN AND THE SIDEWALK , a documentary by East Bay filmmaker Helen De Michiel, follows two fiercely dedicated young Latino political organizers leading a team of new recruits to mobilize their community to support a sugary drink tax. When California legislators pass a stealth law to ban all local soda taxes until 2030, these young activists fearlessly battle the corporate lobbying efforts to block them.

In their goal to ignite a grassroots movement for health justice, the young organizers are undaunted. Tested during their fight for democracy and the right to vote on local issues, the film’s heroes overcome doubt, fear, and powerful resistance as they dare to fight back against the goliath American beverage industry.

This story of hands-on community organizing reveals how, through collective participation at the grassroots level, people can make meaningful change that benefits everyone.

We look forward to re-connecting with all our friends and allies. Our hope is to use the film to inspire people to continue to organize. Now more than ever.

The screening will be followed by a short panel discussion with Producer & Director

Helen De Michiel and participating TOLA youth organizers.

Host or Publisher Cesar Chavez Service Clubs