Wednesday 20 March, 19:00 (Cinema Galeries) |
Runtime: 77' |
To highlight the UN Secretary-General's priority focus on climate action, the United Nations presents: 'Anote's Ark' The Pacific Island nation of Kiribati is one of the most remote places on the planet, seemingly far-removed from the pressures of modern life. Yet it is one of the first countries that must confront the main existential dilemma of our time: imminent annihilation from sea-level rise. While Kiribati’s President Anote Tong races to find a way to protect his nation’s people and maintain their dignity, many Kiribati are already seeking safe harbour overseas. For more on the film click here. The film will be followed by a panel discussion with:
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Registration on the night starts at 18:30 - NO LATE ADMISSION This film is in English. Runtime: 77 min.
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