Centers a group of young girls of color in Oakland, California, who come together to form an activist-oriented alternative to traditional scouting. Instead of earning badges for sewing or selling cookies, these girls learn about and take action on issues like Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ allyship, environmental justice, and disability rights. The organization is built around the idea that girls of color need spaces where they can claim their power, learn about social justice, and act collectively to shape a better world. The film highlights the joy, creativity, and political insight these girls bring, showing how they build community and leadership from a young age.

The documentary was filmed over three years, capturing the challenges the founders faced as their movement grew and sparked national attention. It also documents how the group responded to both enthusiastic support and backlash, including criticism from right-wing media. The film’s approach—centering the voices and experiences of girls of color—makes it a powerful tool for movement educators and organizers.

Since the film’s release, the Radical Monarchs have expanded their reach, inspiring new troops and increasing their impact on youth organizing and social justice education across the US.​