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PEOPLE ARE THE CURRENCY: VOICES OF LIBERIA (2023)

People are the Currency is about the transitional six year presidential power of the nation of Liberia during the 2023 election. Focusing and Highlighting stories from citizens and their point of views about their business status and the future of the economic issues they are facing in real time.

  • Aissata Richards
    Director
  • Ephraim Sirleaf
    Director
  • Aissata Richards
    Writer
  • Credee Bryant
    Writer
  • Ephraim Sirleaf
    Writer
  • Ephraim Sirleaf
    Producer
  • Jeremiah Dahn
    Producer
  • Rami Ramitto
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Student
  • Runtime:
    13 minutes 31 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 1, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Liberia
  • Country of Filming:
    Liberia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Creative world digital art space
Director Biography - Aissata Richards, Ephraim Sirleaf

Aissata Richards, a Liberian- Senegelse America Film Educator, Humanitarian, and tech enthusiastic based in New York, is dedicated to driving social change.

With a passion for mentoring individuals facing limited opportunities, Aissata has amassed rich social experiences in film education. In 2019, she established the Nonprofit Organization "Societies of Unity," currently operational in Monrovia, Liberia, benefiting over 500 students.

Aissata is the founder of the Creative World Digital Art Space Learning Center; a Learning Center located in Clara Town, Monrovia Liberia further contributing to youth development through filmmaking/photography, computer literature , educational leadership, entrepreneurship, and visual arts. Actively engaged in community projects and educational programs, she leverages mentorship and leadership to address challenges and create impactful solutions using the influential medium of media.

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Director Statement

Shaping the future of Africa with stories told by the people.