Empowering Culture through Storytelling

Welcome to Wōrak Horak Youth Organization, where we're not just teaching filmmaking - we're igniting a cultural revolution. Our mission? To transform the lives of Native youth through the power of film. We don't merely educate; we empower, inspire, and cultivate the next generation of Native storytellers.

Through our innovative dual-approach model, we offer an immersive 10-week summer film program alongside professional video production services. This unique structure not only provides hands-on learning for our youth but also generates sustainable revenue to fuel our programs. Join us in celebrating creativity, resilience, and the rich tapestry of Native narratives as we launch the filmmakers of tomorrow into their roles as cultural pioneers today.

Our Services

  • Unlock your high schooler's creativity with our 10-week summer film production program! They will learn filmmaking from start to finish, focusing on storytelling in Native communities. This program develops critical thinking and teamwork skills in a fun, creative setting. If your teen loves the arts, this is a unique chance to enhance their skills. Don't miss out on sparking their passion for filmmaking and storytelling. Contact us to learn how they can get started!

Help young storytellers grow and flourish with our engaging 10-week filmmaking program designed specifically for aspiring creatives. Spark their creativity and build invaluable skills as participants enthusiastically capture their unique ideas on camera. We proudly provide comprehensive video production services for various organizations, enhancing visual storytelling while simultaneously supporting our youth filmmakers—an essential part of our revenue also funds and sustains our impactful youth filmmaking program.

  • Meet our 2025 Youth Co-Hort

  • The Next Generation of Native Storytellers

We are Raising Funds

Help us Raise Funds towards our Non-Profit fees! Please visit our Indiegogo Campaign Fund Page to make a contribution.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/501-c3-start-up-worak-horak-youth-organization/x/28799047#/

FEATURED SHORT FILMS

Cookies

(Short Narrative Film)

Byzantium

(A Music Video Production)

Uncle

(A Short Animatic Draft)

FILM TEASER

Taking Back Our Voice -

Short Documentary produced by Tylie Chilson, 2024 Youth Alumni of our pilot program.

FILM TEASER

Horuną (Wisdom of Hochunk Elders) -

Short documentary produced by Gia Scott, 2024 Youth Alumni of our pilot program.

Contact Us

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