April Jones is an award-winning filmmaker and impact journalist
whose work spans over 2 decades underscoring her
prolific output and contributions to the film industry
Nestled in the heart of Helsinki is the Suvilahti DIY. One of the largest communally built concrete skate parks in the world. Originally constructed after Suvilahti was abandoned by development, the DIY has grown organically into a communal hub that hosts local breweries, designated graffiti paint areas, and the titular skate park, which has attracted Olympians and celebrities from around the world. Tony Hawk calls it an important destination for skaters everywhere. Ice-T is a supporter...
The Suvilahti Skatepark Organization faces demolition as it battles against major city development plans. This ongoing pressing issue is the subject of a new short documentary aimed at rallying community support to save this global cultural landmark.
April is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and impact journalist. Her interdisciplinary storytelling and philanthropy work inspires social change by amplifying the voices of the underground.
She has had the opportunity to be a featured guest speaker for Women in Film, US Embassy, Portland Community College, PCMTV, Artists United to End Homelessness, and State University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
In addition to her expansive film industry background spanning over 2 decades, she has also crafted over 40 short documentaries, 2 feature films, 2 full-length music albums, and currently has multiple projects in development, underscoring her prolific output and contributions to the industry.