[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” initial_loading_animation=”fadeIn”][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Welcome to the heart of our festival! Our 2024 NBFF Selection Committee is a dynamic ensemble of volunteers, each bringing their own unique knowledge, passion, and perspective to the selection process.
With members changing annually, this ensures our festival continuously captures the evolving narrative of the Black experience through cinema. Below, you’ll meet the individuals whose keen selections have shaped an inspiring lineup, championing stories that resonate with depth, diversity, and impact.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”64px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-md-3 vc_hidden-xs”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″ desktop_alignment=”text-center” alignment_setting=”1″ offset=”vc_col-md-6″][pofo_section_heading pofo_heading_type=”heading-style5″ heading_preview_image=”heading-style5″ pofo_text_transform=”text-uppercase” pofo_enable_big_separator=”1″ pofo_hidden_markup_1507705134_2_52=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1503911117_2_27=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1499232318_2_86=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1499231909_2_49=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1498569627_2_23=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1498567480_2_59=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1498567444_2_83=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1497963633_2_8=”” pofo_hidden_markup_1497963392_2_78=”” pofo_heading=”Meet the 2024 NBFF Selection Committee” 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