Incredible journey with Ninth Wave

One of the best decisions I have ever made was embarking on a journey with Ninth Wave, accompanying journalist Jon Bonfiglio and filmmaker Graeme Rogers on a filmmaking internship that took us from Oregon to New Mexico. The experience encouraged me to pursue filmmaking as a career, shaped by the stories I heard and told, the skills I gained, and the confidence instilled in me along the way. I encountered breathtaking landscapes and remarkable people-from filming with an inspirational Freedom Rider of the 1960s to staying with an Indigenous LGBTQI+ activist in the Navajo Nation. These experiences reignited my love of storytelling, especially when it is rooted in beautiful cultures and nature-not through forced narratives or fleeting encounters, but through the unfolding of chance meetings and the building of genuine relationships. The journey was filled with inspiration and excitement, and I recommend it to anyone seeking an unforgettable experience. Through these experiences, I learned as much about myself as I did about others. It truly was an experience of a lifetime.