Still on the Move: Mike Africa Jr., Memory, and the Legacy of MOVE

Some histories are preserved in books and archives. Others live on in families, neighborhoods, and communities that continue to carry their stories forward.

For Mike Africa Jr., the history of MOVE is deeply personal. It is the story of his family, his childhood, and a legacy shaped by resilience in the face of extraordinary loss. From the imprisonment of his parents to the lasting impact of the 1985 MOVE bombing in Philadelphia, Mike's life has been intertwined with one of the most consequential and controversial chapters in modern American history.

In Still on the Move, Mentor A Promise explores this history through Mike's perspective. Rather than focusing solely on a single event, the documentary examines the human experiences that endure long after headlines fade: family separation, housing instability, generational trauma, community resilience, and the ongoing work of remembrance.

Filmed during the inaugural MOVE Day 5K on May 16, 2026, the documentary captures a community gathering not only to honor those who lost their lives, but also to affirm a commitment to memory, healing, and collective strength. Participants, families, advocates, and supporters came together to recognize a history that continues to shape conversations about justice, community, and belonging.

At Mentor A Promise, we work alongside children and families experiencing housing instability throughout New York City. While every family's journey is unique, we see daily how resilience is built through community, consistency, and care. Mike's story serves as a reminder that historical events do not end when news coverage stops. Their effects can echo across generations, shaping lives, families, and communities for decades.

More than forty years after the events of May 13, 1985, Still on the Move invites viewers to reflect on the power of memory and the importance of preserving stories that help us better understand our past and our present.

Some stories are remembered because they changed history.

Others are remembered because they continue to change us.

Watch Still on the Move and join us in honoring a legacy of remembrance, resilience, and hope.