I am a documentary filmmaker passionate about engaging in documentary work that addresses issues of social and environmental justice by amplifying the voices of marginalized and underrepresented voices.
About
Chaya Brennan Agarwal is a documentary filmmaker dedicated to exploring topics of social and environmental justice through film. With a background in documentary studies and a passion for amplifying stories, Chaya uses film as a tool for education, advocacy, and uplifting underrepresented voices.
Chaya graduated from Duke University in 2023 with degrees in International Comparative Studies and Gender, Sexuality, & Feminist Studies, as well as a certificate in Documentary Studies. She has been passionate about environmental justice for many years and has pursued this through interning with nonprofits, engaging with environmental education initiatives, and working as a research fellow at the Nicholas School of the Environment. Chaya is very creatively oriented, enjoys in art forms such as photography and painting, and is deeply invested in pursuing documentary work.
