The silence begins as a tool for survival.
Emilie Hauan Solvang is an emerging Sámi-Norwegian writer and director. Alongside her academic background in theatre, media and screenwriting, she has built experience in the Norwegian TV industry. Her work is driven by a desire to confront inherited shame and create space for voices that have historically been silenced.
Debbie Nsamba is a producer based in Norway, with roots in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a background in education, she transitioned into the film industry in 2023, becoming a co-founder and producer at Finnmark Productions. She began by producing commissioned projects before moving to independent film production.