How do you inspire the next generation? Match them with their elders to gather their stories and then turn those stories into a compelling radio documentary, "Our Journey: Stories of School Desegregation and Community in Champaign-Urbana."

Twenty-five short-form independent films will be available for viewing on all PBS Digital Platforms during the 8th annual PBS Online Film Festival, July 15 - 26.

Submitted films will be nominated to be featured in the eighth annual PBS Online Film Festival.

Illinois Public Media is proud to announce the launch of Reel Midwest, a new independent film series that aims to find the best in features, documentaries, and short films in Illinois and across the Midwest.