26 Blocks
PROJECT · DIGI2U
26 Blocks.
A documentary project exploring gentrification and community impact in Jersey City, produced with Digi2U crew and tools.
26 Blocks Doc: Uncovering Stories of Resilience & Change
26 Blocks Doc is a powerful documentary series that delves into the realities of gentrification and its effects on African American communities. Through in-depth storytelling, interviews, and historical context, we highlight the voices of community leaders, developers, and residents fighting to reclaim their neighborhoods amidst ongoing change.
How Digi2U Supports 26Blocks.com
Empower Communities with Access to Technology and Education
nHow Digi2U Supports 26Blocks.com
We are In a Mission to Help the Helpless
Digi2U plays a pivotal role in supporting 26Blocks.com by providing the technical expertise, infrastructure, and collaborative framework needed to bring its vision to life. With a mission rooted in empowering underrepresented communities through STEAM education, Digi2U brings a wealth of resources and innovative approaches that align seamlessly with the goals of 26 Blocks.
A Partnership Rooted in Empowerment
26Blocks.com tells the stories of diverse communities, shedding light on their creativity, resilience, and culture. Digi2U amplifies this mission by offering cutting-edge tools and training in media production and documentary filmmaking. Through our makerspaces in Jersey City, Newark, and Atlanta, we provide the infrastructure needed for creators to capture, edit, and share powerful narratives.nnOur collaboration with 26Blocks.com ensures access to top-tier digital resources, fostering the development of meaningful, high-quality storytelling that reflects the essence of the communities it highlights.
Technical Support for Media Production
Digi2U supports 26Blocks.com with advanced tools and programming designed for creators
Interviews
Media Production and Documentary Filmmaking Training:
Digi2U equips participants with skills in camera operation, video editing, sound design, and storytelling techniques. Our expertise has directly supported the production of 40 streamed media events and three feature-length documentaries to date, which include critical social issues highlighted by projects like 26 Blocks.
Production Training
Collaborative Innovation Spaces:
Digi2U’s maker-spaces serve as hubs for the creative processes behind 26Blocks.com. From ideation to final production, these spaces foster a collaborative environment where filmmakers and creators work together to bring stories to life.
Supporting Future Growth
As 26Blocks.com continues to evolve, Digi2U remains committed to supporting its expansion and sustainability.
26Blocks.com
Real-World Impact
Digi2U’s programming and technical support have tangibly impacted 26Blocks.com, contributing to its success in multiple ways:
OUR PROJECTS
nRELEASE SUMMER 2025
THE PEOPLE'S
WARD F
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NOW ON TUBI
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Dare to Care
A tribute to domestic violence survivors, told by survivors and the grass-roots organization that empowered them.
RELEASE WINTER 2025/2026
26 BLOCKS
DOCUSERIES
A twenty-year docuseries that scrutinizes gentrification of Jersey City through the experiences of community construction groups that tirelessly endeavor to be part of the redevelopment.
RELEASED OCTOBER OF 2024
ELVIN DOMINIC
Elvin Dominici is a community advocate and leader who ran for an at-large seat on the Jersey City Council in the 2021 general election, demonstrating his commitment to public service and bettering his community. Although he did not win, his dedication to creating positive change remains steadfast. Currently, 26Blocks is working on a biopic that highlights Elvin’s inspiring journey, capturing his passion for service, resilience, and vision for the future.
