NEVERTHELESS is more than just a docuseries: this storytelling project will shine a spotlight on the women who persisted – extraordinary leaders who are spearheading profound impact across the globe. At a time when those in power are working to silence, sideline, and strip women of their influence, these stories are more important than ever.
Featuring existing and former Elevate Prize winners, Nevertheless highlights the trailblazers driving transformative social, systemic, and cultural innovation. These changemakers are breaking barriers, challenging oppressive systems, and creating a ripple effect that is reshaping the world for the better.
Through a dynamic blend of interviews and riveting footage, the series captures the raw, unfiltered journeys of these visionary women – showcasing their struggles, their victories, and the unshakable determination it takes to create lasting change. Nevertheless is a call to action, a celebration of resilience, and a powerful reminder that no matter the opposition, women will continue to rise, lead, and write the future.
NEVERTHELESS: CLEAN START AFRICA
The first episode features Teresa Njoroge, who was convicted of a crime she didn’t commit. Transforming her pain into purpose, she launched Clean Start Africa and committed her life to working with women, girls, and children impacted by the criminal justice system in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Spotlighting stories with purpose
Elevate Studios will create an ecosystem for stories that don’t just entertain but inspire. This strategic arm will elevate the voices of changemakers, highlight multicultural perspectives, and transform the cultural conversation to make doing good not just famous, but universal and baked into the fabric of our every day.
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Why is elevate studios essential?
Spotlighting stories with purpose advances our mission to make good famous.
Impact-driven storytelling can shape culture at scale towards compassion, empathy, and connection.
We’ve seen firsthand how storytelling can amplify missions, create movements, and inspire action.