Cultural Crossroads is raising support to help students and community members attend the 2026 Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival at Manship Theatre. Public group registration will open only if enough funding is raised; otherwise, a smaller group may be invited based on available support.

Naomi wrote the semi-autobiographical book to help children understand kidney transplantation and feel less alone when a parent is seriously ill. She later became an organ-donation advocate and was selected for TIME’s 2025 Girls of the Year list.

A free evening celebrating young literary voices featuring poets and authors Samia White, Antione Lacey, and Lakeisha Sims through readings, conversation, and community.