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WCFF is under the leadership of Jatin Chaurasia, CEO of Sumeru Inc. and Sumeru Studios; filmmaker Anabelle D. Munro, and filmmaker and visual artist Sej Saraiya. Munro and Saraiya serve as executive directors of the festival, and they jointly programmed the event…

Sej Saraiya, an award-winning photographer from India who documents indigenous and vanishing cultures, was invited to exhibit at this event and also coproduced it. One reason I photograph indigenous people and their sacred lands,” says Saraiya…

Immersed in the potent aroma of rain-soaked earth and the deep, melodic hum of tribal chants, Sej Saraiya captures moments most of us can only dream of. This Los Angeles-based cultural-conservation photographer and filmmaker…

Saraiya's work extends beyond visual representation, encompassing a broader mission of safeguarding cultural heritage and precious lands cherished by these communities…

Saraiya aims to preserve and illuminate the fascinating stories of Indigenous elders, granting them a well-deserved spotlight. She captures the essence of their experiences and invites viewers to immerse themselves in their wisdom, inspiring a renewed appreciation for the Earth and its stewards…