Our Team

Media Lab Director

Charulata dyal

Charulata has taught media and art classes to kids and adults of all ages. Combining her teaching and media art backgrounds, she -partnered with Revolution Me Festivals and founded  Revolution Me Media Lab. Her goal is to give young adults access to the creative world she had longed for as a teenager in East New York. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at NYU in Teaching and Learning with a focus on art education taught in vulnerable communities. In addition to working on the media lab, she is also an adjunct professor at CUNY School of Professional Studies
 

Journalism, B.A. 

Creative Writing, M.F.A.

Media Arts, M.F.A.

www.charudoes.stuff

Instructional Design and Curriculum Developer

Caroline RaY

Caroline Ray is an educator, researcher, and advocate with a passion for adolescent learning and equity in education. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Psychology (Clinical Neuroscience) at NYU, where she is researching learning, memory, and decision making across development. With a background in secondary education and nonprofit programs, Caroline has developed and taught curriculum, facilitated programs and professional development, and championed project based learning to empower students and educators in the K-12 space. Caroline is currently working on the creation of a RMML Teaching Artist training program and the the curricula for after-school programming. In addition, Caroline continues to lend her expertise of the overall growth of Revolution Me Media Lab.

History & Psychology B.A.

Education M.Ed

Administration & Outreach

Zulaika Ibrahim

Zulaika is a proud mother of two wonderful boys. A first generation Guyanese American and native New Yorker, she grew up in East New York, Brooklyn, and now calls Orlando, Florida, home. With over 15 years of experience in business administration and customer service, she is following her passion for education and community partnerships. Through her dedication to operational organization and outreach, Zulaika is dedicated to her work with Revolution Me Media Arts Lab to bring access and opportunities to the communities that need them most. She also plays a key role in the Revolution Me Film Festival, supporting the High School Filmmaker Block and uplifting the next generation of storytellers.

Marketing

Danu duvalle

Dana Duvalle is an aspiring businesswoman born and raised in New York City. As a second-generation Guyanese American, Dana celebrates the diversity of her home and neighborhood. She is passionate about community and bringing people together. Dana also finds great comfort in expressing herself through various art forms–whether it be through visual art, graphic design, or performing art. Her affinity for creative expression and helping others inspired her to join Revolution Me Media Labs. She seeks to bring opportunities to others in disadvantageous situations. 

Dana has recently graduated from the University of Albany with a B.A. in business administration with a focus on marketing and is currently working towards her M.B.A. She provides various duties at RMML, including social media management and research. 

A.A. Liberal Arts

B.A. Business Administration (Marketing/Management)

REVOLUTION ME MEDIA LAB

Revolution Me Media Labs is a non-profit organization offering media art programs in disciplines such as s photography, screenwriting, and filmmaking. Our mobile media lab sends professional teaching artists to students, allowing them to explore their creative expression in an established, safe space. We first started in the Fall of 2021 online during the pandemic. and then in-person. Through partnerships and community organizing, RMML aims to make media arts education accessible to teens.


Revolution Me Media Lab taps into the creativity of teens and young adults by providing access to tools and education for self-expression. Through instruction delivered by artists and working professionals, students explore photography, film, and other artistic disciplines to develop personal and learn to tell their stories.

DEI STATEMENT

  • Revolution Me Film and Revolution Media Labs celebrates the diversity of the community and strives to reflect it in our program's community. Our program is for people of all races, ethnicities, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, socioeconomic backgrounds, and other characteristics that make each person unique.

  • Revolution Me Film and Revolution Media Lab is dedicated to creating an equitable environment that ensures everyone has access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to succeed. We are committed to identifying and addressing systemic barriers that may impede access to our programs.

  • Inclusivity is at the heart of RM and its community. We foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging, is heard, and is valued. The foundation of our program is to create spaces where diverse perspectives are welcomed and respected. 

     

    • We actively recruit and support a diverse staff and ensure equitable access to leadership roles.

    • Our curriculum program is cultural, which reflects the experiences of the communities we serve.

    • We promote open and honest dialogue around diversity and inclusion to foster understanding and empathy.

    • We continually evaluate our policies, practices, and programs to identify and rectify any biases or inequities as a community.

  • Revolution Me holds ourselves accountable for bringing these commitments into action in all we do. We regularly assess our progress and check in with community members to ensure our values are not just aligned but the driving force. Through these efforts, we prioritize ensuring that RM’s programs remain a place of diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.

    Your Role:

     

    We invite students, family members, teaching artists, team members, or supporters to join us in upholding this commitment. Your active participation in our DEI initiatives and insights are integral to our success.

    At RM, actively work to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion to be the framework for our program to enrich our educational experiences, empower our community, and drive positive change for the future.