About the Dreambuilders - FAST FACTS WHAT IS THE DREAMBUILDER CELEBRATION? The Dreambuilder Celebration creates opportunity, educates the public and initiates positive social change. • Opportunity For Aspiring Writers, Actors, Directors and Producers, especially those of minority backgrounds, working on a Dreambuilder movie is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enter the television industry and build a network of contacts and mentors. • Education Dreambuilder movies are family friendly and encourage viewers to learn about other cultures and perspectives. They also provide viewers and educators with an ideal forum to discuss relevant, important issues. • Inclusion The Celebration unites diverse individuals to create understanding and build something of value. We encourage all people to get involved in the program. • Positive Social Change With understanding comes acceptance. Friendships formed open doors to the industry, and also open eyes, minds and hearts to celebrate the uniqueness of each individual.    WHAT DOES THE DREAMBUILDER CELEBRATION INCLUDE? The Dreambuilder Celebration started as an annual regional competition for minority writers. Judges selected a winning script which we produced into a one hour entertainment special, casting local acting hopefuls and hiring those with dreams of a behind-the-camera career. Since then we have added more parts to the program, including writing and industry seminars for students and the general public and a comprehensive viewers' and teachers' package with recommended pre- and post-viewing activities, lesson plans and supporting materials. Dreams are universal. We believe that everyone should have an opportunity for their voice and opinion to be heard.    HAS THE PROGRAM BEEN SUCCESSFUL? Yes. The Dreambuilder Celebration has been applauded by educators, community leaders, the President of the NAACP, the Family Friendly Programming Forum, critics and viewers. "We believe this program fits well with the NAACP's efforts to create greater opportunities for minorities in the entertainment industry. While many organizations claim to create opportunity in television entertainment production, The Dreambuilder Celebration delivers." - Kweisi Mfume, President & CEO, NAACP