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20239 minPG-13doc-short

I Am Somebody

20239 minPG-13doc-short

When Taylor Toynes sees his zip code linked to the cradle-to-prison pipeline, he shifts his focus to helping children envision better futures.

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When Taylor Toynes sees his zip code linked to the cradle-to-prison pipeline, he shifts his focus to helping children envision better futures.

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Scott Faris

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Scott Faris

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Taylor Toynes notices his zip code mentioned in an article about the cradle-to-prison pipeline. In response, he changes his career path to work with children. He aims to create opportunities where zip codes do not dictate life outcomes. I Am Somebody runs for 9 minutes and is part of a series on nonprofit leaders. It addresses the influence of race, class, and upbringing on their personal and professional lives. Directed by Scott Faris, it was released in 2023.

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