Six Hasidic women in Borough Park, Brooklyn, establish the first all-female ambulance corps in the United States to provide emergency medical care.
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Six Hasidic women in Borough Park, Brooklyn, establish the first all-female ambulance corps in the United States to provide emergency medical care.
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Judge Rachel Freier, a Hasidic lawyer in Borough Park, Brooklyn, leads a group of women forming Ezras Nashim, the first all-female ambulance corps in the United States. The documentary follows their efforts to provide emergency medical care in a community where men dominate emergency services. Filmed during the corps' first year, it captures the challenges these women face, including cultural barriers and the need for quick response times. '93Queen' documents their determination to create a vital service for their community.
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Why Watch
- Meet Judge Rachel Freier, a Hasidic lawyer breaking barriers.
- Follow the launch of Ezras Nashim in Borough Park.
- See how women provide emergency care in a male-dominated field.
Did You Know
- Ezras Nashim is the first all-female ambulance corps in the U.S.
- Hatzolah, the largest volunteer ambulance corps, has banned women from joining.
- The film premiered on May 1, 2018, at the Hot Docs Festival.
- The documentary was directed by Paula Eiselt and co-produced by Marco Williams.
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What is Ezras Nashim?
Ezras Nashim is an all-female ambulance corps formed by Hasidic women in Borough Park, Brooklyn.
Who is Judge Rachel Freier?
Judge Rachel Freier is a Hasidic lawyer and mother of six who ran for public office as a New York Judge and was instrumental in creating Ezras Nashim.
When did 93Queen premiere?
93Queen made its world premiere on May 1, 2018, at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.
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