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Deep Dive: Clarissa's Battle (2022)

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Clarissa's Battle
Clarissa's Battle follows Clarissa, a single Black mother in Oakland, California, who becomes unhoused while caring for her infant. This experience drives her to advocate for childcare and preschool as a human right. The film captures her energetic and candid approach as she navigates her role as a community leader and political candidate while raising her son. The film also addresses the personal healthcare crisis that many stressed working mothers, particularly women of color, face. Clarissa's story is not just about her individual struggles; it reflects broader societal issues regarding the health and dignity of children and their parents across the nation.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Clarissa, a passionate advocate for childcare rights.
  • •Follow her fight for the dignity of parents and children.
  • •See the impact of stress on working mothers like Clarissa.

Did You Know

•Clarissa is a single Black mother living in Oakland, California.
•The film was released in 2022 and has a duration of 90 minutes.
•Clarissa became unhoused while caring for her infant, which sparked her activism.

Perfect For

Social activismSingle parenthoodCommunity leadership