Case Study: Goucher Prison Education Partnership Short Documentary
About Goucher College
Goucher College, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a renowned liberal arts institution dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive educational environment.
With a strong focus on global perspective and social justice, Goucher offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth with an excellent college education for its students.
Goucher College is particularly noted for its commitment to experiential learning, requiring all students to engage in study abroad opportunities to broaden their horizons.
Through progressive initiatives like the Goucher Prison Education Partnership, the college furthers its mission to make education accessible to all, providing educational access to a Maryland correctional institution believing that knowledge can be a catalyst for meaningful societal change with quality education.
Gpep
The Goucher Prison Education Partnership (GPEP) is an innovative initiative that brings the rigorous academic standards of Goucher College into the correctional environment.
Founded with the belief that education can serve as a powerful instrument for personal and social transformation, GPEP offers incarcerated individuals the opportunity to pursue college courses, earn credits, and even achieve a degree.
This program not only enhances the intellectual and professional prospects of its participants but also fosters a sense of hope and empowerment.
By bridging the gap between prison walls and academic opportunity, GPEP exemplifies Goucher College's commitment to social justice and educational equity, demonstrating that every person, regardless of their circumstances, deserves access to the life-changing advantages of higher education.
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Client
Goucher Prison Education Partnership
Project Brief
To commemorate their 20th anniversary, Goucher Prison Education Partnership aimed to shine a light on the transformative power of education for incarcerated people.
With a mission deeply rooted in the belief that education is a fundamental right and a key to liberation, Goucher while providing excellent college education; they sought to challenge the stigma and opposition rooted in the misconception that taxpayer dollars should not be used to educate inmates.
Kap2ure was entrusted with the entire production process, tasked with telling a story that could alter perspectives, inspire change, and highlight the profound impact of educational opportunities within the prison system.
GPEP Documentary
The KAp2ure documentary production team
Our Role
Kap2ure leveraged its expertise in impactful storytelling and high-quality production to bring this vision to life.
We assembled a crew of adept professionals skilled in direction, lighting, editing, and overall project management to ensure the delivery of a polished final product.
Our approach was multidimensional—combining intimate interviews, dynamic on-site footage, and compelling narrative structures to portray the human stories at the heart of Goucher's mission.
We also collaborated closely with Goucher Prison Education Partnership to capture the essence of their work and accurately convey their message.
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Outcome & Impact
The resulting short documentary not only commemorated Goucher Prison Education Partnership's 20 years of remarkable contributions but also served as a powerful advocacy tool.
By presenting the undeniable success stories of inmates whose lives were transformed through education, the film sparked conversations around the importance and efficacy of educational programs in correctional facilities.
It emerged as a crucial resource in lobbying for continued and expanded support for such initiatives, demonstrating that education indeed holds the key to liberation.
Reflection
This project stands as a testament to Kap2ure's dedication to stories that matter.
We believe that film is not just an art form but a medium with the power to challenge, change, and shape perspectives.
Collaborating with Goucher Prison Education Partnership reaffirmed our commitment to producing content that not only resonates on an emotional level but also advocates for social justice and systemic change.
Our hope is that this case study not only showcases our capabilities as a full-service film production company but also inspires others to invest in storytelling as a tool for impactful communication.
Through this documentary, we invite potential clients to see Kap2ure as more than just a production company; we are your partners in creating content that resonates, inspires, and leads to action.
Whether your story is one of innovation, transformation, or advocacy, we are here to bring your vision to life with sincerity, passion, and excellence.
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Katie Simbala is the heart behind Kap2ure Film Studios; She is a visionary who strongly believes in the transformative power of film, and is dedicated to nurturing and supporting aspiring filmmakers on their creative endeavors.
Her journey began in 2011 'kap2uring' weddings and other special moments for her clients. Katie brings more than a decade of experience to the studio, but it is her passion for authentic storytelling and her dedication to inclusivity that truly sets her apart.
She believes in the power of film to connect us, to reveal the intricacies of the human condition, and to celebrate the diversity of our experiences.
As a Bronx Native and Baltimore dweller, Katie's work is a tribute to urban raw beauty and the voices that often go unheard.
With every project, Katie seeks to 'kap2ure' the essence of a narrative, making the invisible visible and giving rise to emotions that resonate beyond the screen. Her personal touch inspires her team to push the boundaries of creativity, ensuring each film is not just watched, but felt.
At her core, Katie is a storyteller, a dreamer who sees the world through a lens of possibility. Her mission is to empower others to tell their stories and to ensure that every frame at Kap2ure Studios is beautifully intentional .
Embrace the opportunity to work alongside a filmmaker who lives to spark connection and ignite change.
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