Santana Coleman is an award-winning filmmaker, educator, and advocate for social justice storytelling. The exploration of identity, systemic inequities, and resilience is beautifully woven into all of her projects. Her first professional credit as a Co-Producer on the remarkable documentary, When Claude Got Shot, earned an Emmy for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking in 2022. Continuing her success, she directed the evocative short film, The Last Week, which examines the effects of Black male incarceration on families. With a deep passion for community engagement and driving change through impactful storytelling, Santana has served as the impact producer for When Claude Got Shot and Tribal Strands, a documentary highlighting the movement to end hair discrimination and celebrate the social power of Black hair. Her dedication to connecting stories with audiences and fostering dialogue has been integral to the success of her projects. Currently, Santana is directing and producing a documentary series for Everytown for Gun Safety, showcasing how community violence intervention organizations across the U.S. are reducing gun violence and empowering communities. She also field-produced the award-winning documentary Two American Families, a 33-year-long docu-series chronicling the struggles of Milwaukee families amid economic challenges. Her collaborative approach shines through her two series currently in pre-production, Black Girl Training and Camp Inner Child. Both of which explore identity and foster inner growth through unconventional methods. Through her films, educational efforts, and impact-driven initiatives, she continues to inspire reflection, foster connections, and amplify underrepresented voices.