presents:
Stepping Into Your Voice:
The Power of Authentic Self Expression.
A StoryBolt Documentary Screening & Discussion Session
brought to you by:
The story of iconic writer, poet, actress and activist Maya Angelou, whose life intersected some of the most significant moments in the recent history of the United States of America. This unprecedented film weaves her words with rare and intimate archival photographs and videos, which paint hidden moments of her exuberant life during some of America’s most defining moments. From her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her work with Malcolm X in Ghana and her inaugural poem for President Bill Clinton, the film takes us on an incredible journey through the life of a true American icon.
Date & Time: September 25, 2025 | 12:00 EST (75 min)
With us today.
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StoryBolt Facilitator
Christina Broderick-Royes is a transformation consultant, licensed social worker, and TEDx speaker with over a decade of experience in helping individuals, teams, and organizations navigate the messy middle—those critical moments where they're ready to let go of the old and step into something bigger and better, while ensuring proactive mental health practices. Her work focuses on cultivating the inner power necessary for effective growth and leadership. She has helped over 70 organizations nationwide develop and implement initiatives for leaders, their programs, and their communities that center mental health and wellbeing, aligning strategies with both personal values and societal transformation. As a trusted consultant, Christina's proven approach combines strategic thinking with personal growth, as she is dedicated to creating environments where individuals thrive, communities heal, and organizations implement impactful, sustainable initiatives.
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Filmmaker / StorytellerBob Hercules is a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker whose work has been seen widely on PBS, BBC, IFC, Netflix, Amazon, and in film festivals around the world. His film, Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise (co-directed by Rita Coburn), premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and went on to win 19 awards on three continents and a Peabody Award. The film was nominated for an NAACP Image Award and aired on both PBS’ American Masters and BBC’s Storyville series.
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