Najaa Young is a filmmaker and educator with a passion for storytelling and cultural preservation. With an MFA in Film Production from Florida State University and a BA in Theatre Arts from Chatham University, Najaa brings a wealth of academic and practical experience to her roles. She recently served as an Instructor and Film & Entertainment Studies Program Coordinator at an Atlanta college where she revitalized the curriculum and fostered creative excellence.
Her directorial work spans documentaries such as *American Africans* and *Black Dance in Louisiana*, as well as narrative films like *Blood First." Her extensive filmography is complemented by awards and recognitions, Beyond her filmmaking, Najaa is a published contributor to prominent platforms, reflecting on cultural narratives and the evolving landscape of media.
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I had a wonderful time last night with my sister from Cleveland and founder and CEO of Djapo Cultural Arts Institute Talise Campbell and Weedie Braimah at Weedie fest! I had wonderful time! Go out and enjoy your life, people! #africanmusic #africandrumming #blackculture #livemusic
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“What does your name mean?” ✨
For many of us, our names carry history, culture, and love. But not every child grows up hearing how powerful their name truly is.
That’s why I wrote My Name Is Special And So Am I — a children’s book that celebrates unique names and the beautiful cultures behind them. 🌍📚
When children understand the meaning of their names, they learn to stand proud in who they are. 💫
✨ Order a signed copy from my website: orunmilasdaughter.com
📦 Or grab it on Amazon with 2-day delivery
Drop your name in the comments and tell me what it means! I’d love to celebrate it with you. 👇🏾💬
#childrensbook #blackauthors #blackchildrensbooks #representationmatters #blackculture #africanculture #uniquenames #africannames #arabicnames #childrensbookauthor #kidsbooks #diversebooksforkids
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This is an appreciation post:
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, to everyone who has purchased my children's book, "My Name Is Special And So Am I!" from my website or from Amazon.com! I love receiving your texts, emails, phone calls and pictures. This is my first foray into the publishing world but it won't be my last!
You can order a signed copy of my book from: www.orunmilasdaughter.com or for an unsigned copy with quicker delivery order it from Amazon here: a.co/d/hAljZjE. Lastly, don't forget to give us five stars on Amazon and share our book links with friends and family! #nostalgia #childrensbook #childhoodmemories #childrensbooks #books #blackownedbusiness #blackauthors
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Give your children a #gift that they will cherish forever, a #custom #childrensbook written by me! Visit: Orunmilasdaughter.com! #holidays #uniquenames #africannames #books #blackauthor #blackownedbusinesses #womanownedsmallbusiness #blackculture #africanheritage
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Tomorrow, 5/6/2025, 7PM, we are discussing "Sinners" on my Youtube channel Kamili121, Najaa I. Young Facebook page, and Instagram. This will be the "film school" edition so I will be going deep and I want you to go deep too! #movies, #sinners #michaelbjordan #ryancoogler #films #cinema #filmschool
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Mastering Confident Communication: 1-Day Workshop with Najaa Young
Workshop Overview
Unleash the power of confident communication with this immersive 1-day workshop! Whether you're preparing for a major presentation, media interview, or simply want to elevate your speaking skills, this session is designed to equip you with the tools and techniques to speak with authority and poise.
Through practical exercises, live feedback, and real-life scenarios, you’ll refine your skills and build confidence for any speaking or media challenge. Learn how to:
✅ Craft compelling messages that resonate
✅ Engage audiences with impactful delivery
✅ Navigate media interviews with ease
✅ Speak with clarity, confidence, and influence
Don’t just talk—captivate, influence, and leave a lasting impression!
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This Wednesday, 10/30, at 7PM EST, LIVE on YouTube channel Kamili121. We discuss the final movoe in our #horrorfilm series “Spell” starring Omari Hardwick. #hoodoo #voodoo #hollywoodmovies #hoodooheritagemonth #ifa #lucumi #santeria #spell #hex #magic
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This Thursday at 7 PM, 10/24/2024, join us LIVE on YouTube, channel Kamili121, as we discuss the hashtag#hoodoo themes and images in the 2005 film, The Skeleton Key.
"Caroline Ellis (Kate Hudson), a good-natured nurse living in New Orleans, quits her job at a hospice to work for Violet Devereaux (Gena Rowlands), an elderly woman whose husband, Ben (John Hurt), is in poor health following a stroke. When Caroline begins to explore the couple's rundown Bayou mansion, she discovers strange artifacts and learns the house has a mysterious past. As she continues to investigate, she realizes that Violet is keeping a sinister secret about the cause of Ben's illness."
#skeletonkey #hollywood #film #horror #horrorfilm #horrorfilms #hoodoowitch #halloween #hoodooheritagemonth
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Join us this Wednesday at 7 PM as we discuss the 1987 film The Believers starring Martin Sheen and of course how African diaspora religions like Santeria are portrayed in this Hollywood film. Watch it live on my YouTube channel Kamili121.
#horror #horror #santeria #lucumi #cuba #puertorico #boricua #bruja #brujeria #hoodoo #Voodoo #bruja #horrorfilm #horrorfilms
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Join us tonight at 7PM on YouTube LIVE as we discuss #Voodoo and #horror master Wes Craven's 1988 film "The Serpent and the Rainbow" starring Bill Pullman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNRnO.... #Halloween #halloween2024 #hoodooheritagemonth #Africa #hollywood #hollywoodmovies #wescraven #benin #horrormoviesandchill #horrorjunkie
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