Celebrating Native American Women in Entertainment
About this Event
The WICT Network: SoCal proudly presents Celebrating Native American Women in Entertainment, hosted by First Entertainment Credit Union. Join us for an evening with award-winning filmmakers Valerie Red-Horse Mohl and Yvonne Russo, featuring a special screening, panel discussion, audience Q&A and networking.
They will share insights on Indigenous storytelling, representation and working in entertainment today. The event will also include a Native American prayer, participation from Native-owned businesses and opportunities to connect with industry professionals. Whether you work in entertainment or are passionate about authentic storytelling, we welcome you to this special evening.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
First Entertainment Credit Union – Hollywood Branch
6735 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles, California 90068
AGENDA
6:00 PM — Guest Check-In and Arrival
6:15–7:15 PM — Featured Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A
7:15–8:00 PM — Networking Mixer
Special Promo Codes Available
Students, The WICT Network members and organizations interested in attending may be eligible for special promotional codes. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
ABOUT THE WICT NETWORK: SOCAL
The WICT Network: Southern California serves entertainment, media and technology professionals throughout the region through leadership development, educational programming, mentorship and opportunities to build meaningful industry connections.
Join us as we celebrate Native American women in entertainment, amplify Indigenous voices and come together for an evening of meaningful conversation and connection.
Watch Trailers Featuring the Work of Valerie Red-Horse Mohl
Naturally Native — Written, Produced, Co-Directed and Starring Valerie Red-Horse Mohl
Official Sundance Film Festival Selection
MANKILLER — Directed and Produced by Valerie Red-Horse Mohl
Documentary on Wilma Mankiller, the Cherokee Nation’s first woman Principal Chief
https://vimeo.com/311072644?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Vow of Silence: The Assassination of Annie Mae — Trailer
Directed and Produced by Yvonne Russo
2025 Humanitas Prize Recipient | 2026 Film Independent Spirit Award Nominee
VIVA VERDI! — Feature Documentary Trailer
Directed, Produced and Written by Yvonne Russo
2026 Academy Award® Nominee — Best Original Song
Click the link to watch: https://www.jolt.film/watch/vivaverdi
Links to additional work by Yvonne Russo: https://yvonnerusso.com/video/
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 17.85 to USD 23.18
