Clarissa’s Battle

Join the Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative after the screening of Clarissa’s Battle for a panel discussion where local early childhood advocates will provide insights, share personal experiences, and discuss actionable steps to address the issues raised in the film.

About the Film

Clarissa is a driven, straight-talking single Black mother and social warrior in Oakland, California. Becoming unhoused with an infant inspired her to champion childcare and preschool as a human right. Funny and irreverent, Clarissa’s infectious energy pulls us along as she presses forward, with fortitude gained through effort and loss. Stay after the film to discuss the critical issues surrounding childcare, early childhood education, and available family support with a panel discussion of local advocates.