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OUR lift off documentary

  • Soft Ground The Moor Sheffield, England, S1 United Kingdom (map)

our lift off documentary

22nd June | 13:30-15:30 | Soft Ground, The Moor

Through intimate exploration, Our Lift-Off uncovers the often-overlooked hurdles hindering ethnic minority female participation in football, from cultural barriers to limited resources and a scarcity of role models.

Featuring England’s First Black Female Captain, Mary Phillip, it urges for inclusivity and actions to diversify the future of Women football.

About Chim’Di
Chim'Di Ugada is a Nigerian-born producer with a strong passion for developing stories that reflect the rich diversity within underrepresented communities.

Her journey began as a student when she directed and produced a short documentary: Feel the Beat: Blackpool Young Artist, which sparked her love for documentary filmmaking.

In 2023, Chim’Di successfully produced six short documentaries for the Filmmaker Challenge Programme at Sheffield DocFest, working alongside renowned director Kevin MacDonald.

She is currently directing and producing her second documentary, which explores the journey of female players from underrepresented communities in football.



 
  • Doors open - 13:00

    Run Time - 13:30 - 15:30

  • Soft Ground

    The Moor

    Sheffield City Centre

  • Suitable for all ages.

  • Soft Ground has an accessible lift and toilet.

  • https://www.instagram.com/chimdi_talks/

    www.youtube.com/@chimdidaentity

 

Saturday 22nd June, 2024

13:30 - 15:30

Tickets are free

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