Nature Restoration in Ireland: Meet the Storytellers
Meet the film-makers and activists telling the story of people who are working to rewild and restore nature in Ireland.
The Green Foundation Ireland, in association with TU Dublin Green Week, introduces film-makers and activists telling the story of people who are working to rewild and restore nature in Ireland.
‘This is Your River’ tells the story of the citizens and communities along the river Dodder who are working to restore and preserve the river that flows from the Wicklow mountains to Dublin Port. As part of their efforts to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the River Dodder, the Dodder Action group commissioned documentary film-maker John Gormley to make the educational film, This is your River.
‘The Forest Midwife’ documentary about the wisdom of trees and the power of a human. The documentary follows writer and social entrepreneur Catherine Cleary and her work over the last year to transform a piece of land in Roscommon into a forest and nature reserve. Produced and directed by filmmaker Beta Bajgart, the film includes a specially commissioned piece of writing by award-winning poet and author Kerri Ni Dochartaigh. It also features the voice of renowned Irish actor Mary McEvoy.
Who is this event for? This event is suitable for anyone who is interested in the use of film-making and story-telling as a tool to address climate action and biodiversity loss, those interested in nature restoration, or those who wish to connect with others in the community who want to instigate meaningful action. The event is open to all – staff and students of TU Dublin and members of the public.
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Programme:
4.00pm – Screening of ‘This is Your River’
4.35pm – Screening of ‘The Forest Midwife’
5.10pm – Panel discussion with Beta Bajgart (Forest Midwife filmmaker); Catherine Cleary (Forest Midwife); John Gormley (This is Your River filmmaker). Chairperson Dr Pat Brereton.
5.45pm – Light refreshments.