Film Lens
The film follows the Radical Monarchs, a group of girls aged 8 to 11 in California, who focus on social justice issues that affect young women of color. They engage in activism and community support, such as working with Protect Oakland Renters to address housing instability. The girls learn about various topics, including disability justice and transphobia, while building their identities as social justice leaders.
The documentary illustrates how the Radical Monarchs empower girls to take action and make a difference in their communities. It shows their desire to create more troops across the country to spread their message and impact. The girls express pride in their work and the importance of being part of history, emphasizing that small actions can lead to significant change.
Why Watch
- •Meet the Radical Monarchs fighting for social justice.
- •See how young girls tackle issues like housing and disability.
- •Find out what it means to be a social justice leader at a young age.
Did You Know
•The Radical Monarchs focus on issues affecting young women of color.
•Girls in the group range in age from 8 to 11 years old.
•One girl felt her experience in a local Girl Scouts troop did not represent her identity.
•The girls aim to create more Radical Monarch troops across the country.
Perfect For
Young activistsParents of girlsSocial justice advocates