Name *

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When is your birthday?

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What's your phone number? *

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Have you or your family ever experienced any of the following? Check all that apply

Gender based violence

Racial discrimination

Incarceration

Foster care

Undocumented or citizenship status in transition

Workplace discrimination

Microaggressions

Homelessness

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None of the above

Other

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Have you ever experienced any of the following? Check all that apply. *

A sensory impairment (vision or hearing)

A mobility impairment

A learning disability (e.g. ADHD, dyslexia)

A mental health disorder

I have an impairment, disorder, or disability that I choose not to specify

None of the above

Other (please specify below)

According to Covered California income guidelines and salary restrictions, if an individual makes less than $20,783 per year or if a family of four earns wages less than $43,056 per year, then they qualify for government assistance based on their income. Is your family low-income? *

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If selected, I commit to attend all sessions that BIPOC Sci-Fi Screenwriting Lab convenes at the times and dates described in this application form. *

Yes

No

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We require all applicants to read (or listen to) “Parable of the Sower” by Octavia Butler prior to November 19th. Can you commit to doing this by the program start date? *

Yes

No

Maybe

How do you describe your experience in the film, TV, news or entertainment industry? *

Novice/Beginner - I have not made a film or written a script.

Student - I have written a script and/or made a film that’s been publicly exhibited.

Entry-level - I have some experience on professional film sets as a PA or assistant.

Entry-level - I have experience as a writer’s PA, assistant, or researcher.

Freelancer - I have a specific trade that I live off of (production, DP, sound) but I haven’t written a script.

Mid-career Writer/director - I have written and directed films that have been broadcast and/or won awards.

Industry professional who has 5+ years experience.

Other

I have taken a screenwriting class before. *

Yes

No

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How did you hear about this workshop series? *

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Website

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Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs

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Program Cost: The cost of the 9-week lecture series is $555. We are offering a limited amount of partial scholarships, based on need. Select an option: *

I am able to pay the $555 tuition fee to partake in the Lab and will render payment to Justice for My Sister by November 17th,  2025 at 11:59 pm PST.

I request a payment plan, $300 due on November 17th, 2025 and $255 due on December 8th, 2025 at 11:59pm PST. 

I would like to request a partial scholarship, and will attend all workshop sessions and commit to finishing a draft of my outline by February 20th, 2025. I will render payment of $250 to Justice for My Sister by November 17th, 2025 at 11:59pm PST.

I would like to request a full scholarship, and will attend all workshop sessions and commit to finishing a draft of my outline by February 20th, 2025. I commit to making the most out of this fellowship, and understand that full scholarships are limited to those with significant financial constraints.

To participate in the program you need to agree with our terms and conditions *

Select all you agree with

I understand that Justice for My Sister is working with a panel of readers to review applications, and there is a chance I might not be selected, due to limited capacity.

I agree that all the information I have provided is transparent, representative and true. I have voluntarily submitted my own original material to Justice for My Sister for the sole purpose of review for acceptance to the BIPOC Sci-Fi Screenwriting Lab.

I agree to complete the post survey provided by JFMS staff upon completion of the program.

If accepted, I agree to Justice for My Sister publishing my logline, bio and headshot photo to announce my participation in the Lab once I’ve completed my onboarding process.

I understand that upon completion of the lecture series, I am eligible to apply to Phase 2 for additional mentorship, and this is contingent upon review from a selection committee.

By submitting this application and, if selected, participating in Justice for My Sister programs, I grant Justice for My Sister, its affiliates, and fiscal sponsors the right to use my name, likeness, voice, and any materials I create or contribute to as part of the program (including but not limited to scripts, short films, photos, written testimonials, and behind-the-scenes footage) for non-commercial purposes such as marketing, publicity, educational use, and fundraising communications. This permission includes, but is not limited to, the use of excerpts, images, and summaries of my work on Justice for My Sister’s website, social media, newsletters, grant reports, and promotional materials.

I retain all copyright and ownership of my original creative work, and this consent does not transfer or assign those rights. I understand that I will not receive additional compensation for such uses, and that my participation and contributions may be edited, copied, or otherwise modified for clarity or length, provided that such modifications do not distort or misrepresent my work.