We are led by mostly women, a female Director, Cinematographer, and female Audio all with different race, orientation, etc. In front of the camera there are going to be women of all races, ages, etc. Many people from different walks of life are involved!

Lydia Lopez(R) and Teyani Tyler(L)

Photography Credit: Dimitri Khosrowpour

The majority of women in America are not very fond of their periods. Women suffer from cramps, bloating, hot flashes, mood swings, among many other problematic and sometimes more serious issues such as endemitriosis or infection. Yet, there is an entire population of women who don't get to take pain medication, go to the doctor for infections, and simply have to deal with sitting in their own blood for a week.

Dessandra Hertz

Photography Credit:

Ariel Griffin

Lisa Helshur

Photography Credit:

Jeff Secorsky

People think of "The Homeless" as one big entity. Some think of them as a group of druggies who put themselves on the streets, while others give them help in terms of food and clothing. However, it seems that many people throughout the filming of this documentary claimed that they had never even thought about the specific needs of homeless women alone, which is why this documentary is being made.

Why Me?

Photography Credit: Taylor Kokas

My name is Dimitri Khosrowpour, and above all else, I am extremely passionate about this subject. When I first started this documentary, I called one of the co-owners from The Homeless Period Project, Sharron Phillips, so that I may get started. As I talked more with her, and many others from different orginizations, I found out more and more about what being a homeless woman was like. And then I started talking to the homeless women in Austin, Texas. I suddenly knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life doing my part to keep these women safe, happy, and healthy.

I believe that passion and love is key to making a great documentary. Furthermore, I am interning with a film programmer at a film festival, and I must say that I have grown tenfold as a filmmaker since starting at that position.

Why Is This An Important Documentary?

My hope with this documentary is that it will be seen nationwide, if not worldwide. I wish for people to see this documentary and say,"I suppose I can start carrying pads and tampons in my car just in case I see a homeless woman today." Furthermore, I wish for people to see this documentary and realize that homeless people are just as diverse in needs as those who have homes are. There are many organizations that help homeless women that will be mentioned in this documentary as well. The more that people know, the more people will be able to help.

FLOCODE Packing Party

Photography Credit: Jeff Secorsky

Where Are We Now?

We have filmed 3 out of 4 days, with interviews from different homeless women for Behind The Scenes footage, interviews with different organization leaders, and our subjects Lydia and Teyani. However, the crew is still waiting to be paid.

I want to thank you for taking the time to review this campaign. I think we have some amazing perks to offer you. I hope you will join us in this adventure!