Really enjoyed this story, especially the introduction to the woman from Beirut.

My wife is the Executive Director of the CASCADIA International Women's Film Festival.

https://www.cascadiafilmfest.org/

It is entering its sixth year, dedicated exclusively to women directors, and getting stronger every year.

You might take note of it and even visit when it lauches its film selections from around the world next spring.

I'm going to send her a link to your piece here.