Name: Virtual Screening "Witness", our Oscar qualifying film!
Start: 2025-12-03T17:30:00-08:00
End: 2025-12-03T18:30:00-08:00

Muslims for Progressive Values is an Associate Producer for this film and we're excited to invite you to an exclusive virtual screening of "[Witness](https://v8k6.engage.squarespace-mail.com/r?m=691b40502af30a10dec13311&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fwitness.shortfilm%2F%3Fhl%3Den&w=5d7a8b54f8fcb073d517d297&c=b_691a296de11d6a301ef7fa3e&l=en-US&s=6TeaHxYw7FIqcChxMuxloZq7oyM%3D)," a powerful short film that tells the story of a revered small-town imam who faces a crisis of faith when he must choose between upholding the values of his mosque or protecting the safety and spiritual belonging of a trans male congregant.

**After a successful festival run, “Witness” is now For Your Consideration for Best Live Action Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards!**

**Date**: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
**Time:** 5:30 PM PT – 6:30 PM PT
**Location:** Online (link provided upon ticket purchase) tickets available **[here!](https://givebutter.com/Witness)**

**If you are able to, we encourage you to consider sponsoring an attendee to help cover the cost for community members who may not be able to purchase a ticket.**

This event offers a meaningful opportunity to experience *Witness* from the comfort of your home while engaging with a community committed to justice, compassion, and progressive change.

Following the screening, join us for an **inspiring Q&A** **with the film’s creators** **Saif Jaan** (writer and co-director) and **Radha** **Mehta** (co-director and producer) as they share insights into the film’s story, message, and creative journey.

All proceeds from this event will support our public relations campaign to help *Witness* reach the Oscar Awards stage.

We hope you’ll join us for this special evening!

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