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Driving social change through innovative storytelling and media.
We believe that powerful storytelling can connect communities and inspire action
from all faith traditions and among all people of goodwill.
WHO WE ARE
SHARING STORIES,
BUILDING COMMUNITY & INSPIRING CHANGE
Odyssey Impact® is a unique network of faith-based communities, congregations,
faith leaders, seminarians, and secular partners based on a common set of
values. Together, with filmmakers and partners, we harness the diversity of
experiences and perspectives to create and distribute powerful impact campaigns
around urgent social justice issues with award-winning documentaries as the
centerpiece of our work.
Founded in 1987 as the National Interfaith Cable Coalition, Odyssey Impact® is
an interfaith 501c3 that has been catalyzing actions for social change within
faith based and secular organizations ever since.
OUR MISSION
We build awareness, change attitudes and inspire actions to drive social change.
OUR VISION
We aspire for a just, more inclusive, and hopeful world, supported by a
compassionately connected and activated society.
OUR CORE VALUES
INCLUSIVE MINDSET
We value diversity and intentionally, welcome all values and viewpoints to
strengthen our mission and impact on the world; we aim to understand all people
and cultures with an appreciation for differences; we work collaboratively with
others, regardless of background, position, or status; we ensure that
opportunities are equally available to all.
MISSION DRIVEN
We believe that powerful stories can inspire people to do great things; we
embody and promote understanding of injustice with empathy and compassion; we
strive to inspire changes in awareness, attitudes and actions that advance
healing and community building.
PROACTIVE COMMUNICATION
We share information respectfully and openly, in a timely and accessible manner,
using the most appropriate methods; we practice active listening; we strive to
ensure that information is accurate, and that reasoning is transparent and
understood by all.
ACCOUNTABLE OWNERSHIP
We acknowledge and learn from our mistakes without blaming others; we recognize
the impact of our behavior on others; we take personal responsibility for our
actions and conversations; we follow through on our commitments and decisions;
we maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
COMMITMENT TO RESPECT
We act professionally and honestly when interacting with others; we treat people
with dignity; we consistently reflect concern and courtesy towards colleagues
and stakeholders; we take personal responsibility for appropriate, respectful
behavior; we recognize personal and professional boundaries.
TRUST AND RELIABILITY
We produce quality work with ethical behavior and positive intention that build
relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and communities in order to achieve
mutual goals; we create brave and safe environments to be vulnerable; we
influence others by our actions and words; we support and give credit to others.
WHAT MAKES ODYSSEY DIFFERENT?
At Odyssey, we use our faith-based roots to move the world forward in new and
innovative ways. With our team of storytellers, Odyssey Impact® focuses on
critical areas of faith, race, gender inequities, violence, criminal and
economic justice, and the environment. We leverage our unique networks,
including faith-based communities and secular partners, to empower you. With
Odyssey’s interactive programs and stories, you can facilitate meaningful
conversations for your community. Below are a few of the ways we drive impact:
IMPACT CAMPAIGNS
Bring powerful award-winning documentaries to your community to help advance
awareness and conversations around urgent social justice issues. Campaigns
include educational guides and training resources to navigate our nation’s
toughest social issues.
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COALITION COMMUNITY BUILDING
Odyssey’s community-first model helps realize impact at scale. Each community is
different and views an injustice through a particular lens. By engaging with
communities locally, we are able to mobilize experts, influencers and educators
to come together in radical and new ways. Our curated discussions, guides and
convenings help foster meaningful connections within communities using local
talent for greater impact.
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ODYSSEY EVENTS
Town Halls and Educational Panels, both in-person and online, help shine a light
on the most pressing and urgent needs.
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CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT
Engage your workforce with the issues of the day and engage meaningful
conversations with colleagues. Odyssey Impact® helps you build the best-in-class
work culture.
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ODYSSEY FELLOWS
At Odyssey, we gather talented, emerging faith leaders during their graduate
fieldwork. Our fellows come together, synergize experiences and challenge
themselves to grow and lead a new generation of faith advocates. Our fellowship
is unique in the dynamic way we use documentary film to navigate faith and civic
engagement through critical social justice work.
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#MYJUSTICE FILM AWARD
Do you create films that amplify a broken criminal justice system, equality for
the differently-abled, women, LGBTQIA persons, or centering the environment?
Odyssey Impact® created the #MyJustice Film Award to showcase annually, an
outstanding, short documentary, justice-focused that cultivates brave films and
healing conversations.
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OUR HISTORY
CREATING IMPACT SINCE 1987
Stories, when presented correctly, can shift perspectives, build bridges, and
foster empathy. Nobody understands that better than Odyssey Impact®. For over 30
years, we have worked with a diverse array of communities and stakeholders to
move the world forward using documentary film.
1989
NICC IS INCORPORATED
NICC launches Vision Interfaith Satellite Network (VISN) and receives 501 c 3
status from the IRS
1996
A NEW NAME IS ADOPTED
A new name is adopted, The Odyssey Channel, along with a tagline: “Exploring
life’s journey.”
2000
THE ODYSSEY CHANNEL
The Kermit Channel and Hallmark Entertainment Television
2009
NICK STUART
Begins his tenure as President/CEO of Odyssey Networks.
2011
SERVING LIFE
Serving Life, the first Odyssey Networks doc commissioned. Airs on The Oprah
Winfrey Network.
2016
THREE YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN IS COMPLETED
Resulting in three business units: Odyssey Impact®, Transform Films, Engage
Entertainment.
2018
NEWTOWN
Wins the Peabody Award
WE ARE COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION.
Odyssey Impact® demonstrates its commitment to diversity with over 30 years’
experience promoting multi-faith dialogue and collaboration.
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MEET OUR TEAM
At Odyssey Impact®, our colleagues possess the ambition to make positive
contributions to society. This passion drives our work every day.
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CREATING IMPACT SINCE 1987
Odyssey Impact® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit charitable organization. Tax Exempt ID
is 13-3445556.
Odyssey Distribution® is a distributor of documentary and factual TV content,
specializing in inspirational, social justice and spiritual genres. We
distribute both long and short-form content to all television and video
platforms throughout the world.
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