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2024 FESTIVAL PROGRAMME
OCT 14 - 18
Melbourne, Australia
Principal Venues:
Royal Botanic Gardens | Library at the Dock | Treasury Theatre | Park Hyatt
Royal Botanic Gardens
Library at the Dock
Treasury Theatre
Park Hyatt
Auxiliary Venues:
Butterfly Club | Kitchen Quarters | APY Gallery | Mr TOD Cafe
* This preliminary programme outlines main events across multiple venues. Specific times, speakers and events are subject to change.
* Kindly ensure to book tickets for each session/screening you are interested in, for purposes of attendance management.
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Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
14.10.2024
11:30AM - 1PM
Meet: Treasury Theatre
Tour
Circular Economy Tour
14.10.2024
1PM - 2:30PM
Presentation on existing initiatives, proceeded by a tour of Melbourne's commercial organics processing facility in Degraves St
Facilitator:
Jordi McInerney, Manager Circular Economy: City of Melbourne
FULLY BOOKED!
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
14.10.2024
1PM - 2:30PM
• Under the Sand -- 10'
• Dream It Big -- 30'
• The Notebook -- 9'
• Refugees can Change their Life with Cash -- 4'
• Insects & Flowers -- 29'
• Forgive Us Mother for we have Sinned -- 16'
• 2075 -- 5'
• Junk-E -- 7'
• Birds without Borders -- 13'
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Knowledge Session
Cultural Integration vs. Multiculturalism
Should immigrants assimilate into the host country's culture, or should societies embrace multiculturalism? What are the pros and cons of each approach?
14.10.2024
3PM - 4:30PM
Panelists:
- Judy Gao, Strategic Communications & Finance Specialist
- Tasneem Chopra, Creative Consultant & DEI Expert
- Bunhom Chhorn, Filmmaker & Media Expert
- Dr. James Hodkinson, Senior Fellow: Warwick Institute of Engagement, WU
- Ramandeep Sibia, Comms Manager & Climate change activist
- Sarah Chong, Multicultural Community Leader & Activist
Moderator:
Benson Saulo, Diplomat, Finance & Trade Expert
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
15.10.2024
10AM - 1PM
• The Heat of Change -- 20'
• Triggered -- 13'
• Puzzle -- 4'
• Architecture of Hope -- 10'
• Understorey -- 7'
• Cousin -- 6'
• Oceans of Adaptation -- 7'
• Thunder Love -- 12'
• Change -- 2'
• Shattered Chains: Reclaiming after ISIS -- 19'
• Juggled Justice -- 12'
• Broken -- 5'
• The Voice of the Rooster -- 9'
• In Limbo -- 18'
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Tour
Royal Botanic Gardens Tour
15.10.2024
10AM - 12 NOON
Facilitator:
Andrew Laidlaw, Landscape Architect: Royal Botanic Gardens
*For all attendees.
FULLY BOOKED!
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Knowledge Session
Climate Change and Its Impact on Biodiversity
What are the most pressing threats to biodiversity due to climate change, and how can we mitigate these effects?
15.10.2024
2PM - 3:30PM
Mueller Hall
Panelists:
- Reena Ghelani, Assistant Secretary General on Climate Change and El Nino Response
- Tony Rinaudo, Agronomist & Missionary: World Vision
- Professor Arnold Dix, Scientist and Barrister
- Kumi Naidoo, Global Ambassador Africans Rising; Former Secretary General Amnesty International and Former Executive Director, GreenPeace
Moderator:
Professor Mimmie Watts, Federation University Australia
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
15.10.2024
3PM - 4:30PM
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
15.10.2024
5PM - 6:30PM
The Ranch -- 35'
Q&A
- Stefan Raabe, Filmmaker
- Damian McLindon, Director
- Ben Smith, CEO of the Mornington Peninsula Community Center
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
16.10.2024
10AM - 1PM
• Harvesting Dream -- 25'
• The Royal Summit -- 15'
• The Three Wishes -- 10'
• Warpaper -- 5'
• Wishing for a Colorful Atmosphere -- 4'
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
16.10.2024
2PM - 3:30PM
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
16.10.2024
4PM - 5:30PM
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
16.10.2024
6PM - 9PM
• Lui -- 2'
• Unpeeled -- 30'
• Neither Living nor Dead -- 4'
• Water is Coming -- 16'
• The Western Yard -- 14'
• Queue for a Dream -- 2'
• Women of the Mangrove -- 15'
• Dhwani -- 10'
• The Silence After the Storm -- 11'
• Mermaid -- 15'
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Knowledge Session
Immigration Policies and Human Rights
How can countries balance national security concerns with the need to uphold human rights and provide asylum to refugees?
16.10.2024
2PM - 3:30PM
Mueller Hall
Panelists:
- Evelyn Tadros, Barrister
- Professor Mimmie Watts, Public Health, Policy & Immigration Expert
- Osai Ojigho, Director Policy Public Affairs & Campaigns: Christian Aid
- Anna Macdonald, Campaigner
- Nyadol Nyuon, Lawyer
Moderator:
Professor Paul Long, Educator: Monash University
Venue: Library at the Dock
Presentation
Climate Storytelling by Dr. Bhagi Siva.
This session uses relatable narratives to convey the emotional and human impacts of climate change, making it more tangible and urgent for audiences.
16.10.2024
4PM - 5:30PM
Dr. Bhagi blends captivating imagery and sound to explore the climate crisis and indigenous health practices, offering a visionary approach to inspire empathy and action toward a sustainable future.
Presented by:
Taye Balogun, Director: THENGOIFF, Film Director, Media Consultant & Educator
Facilitator:
Dr. Bhagi Siva, Medical Practitioner & Visual Storyteller
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Workshop
Using Satirical Play for Development solutions
Explore how satirical plays can offer innovative solutions to social and developmental challenges by using humor and irony.
16.10.2024
6PM - 7:30PM
Led by Christian, this session will demonstrate how satire exposes societal flaws, engages audiences, and sparks meaningful conversations. Discover how exaggeration and wit can simplify complex issues and inspire change through advocacy and education.
Facilitator:
Christian Lollike, Danish Playwright
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
17.10.2024
10AM - 11AM
• The Solution -- 5'
• Mad Honey -- 24'
• Water Ashes -- 3'
• Listen -- 2'
• Saralish -- 20'
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Knowledge Session
The Impact of Climate Change on Public Health
Exploring how rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and changing ecosystems are affecting human health, including the spread of diseases and mental health challenges.
17.10.2024
10AM - 11:30AM
Mueller Hall
Panelists:
- Dr Jenny Huang
- Angela Ashley - Chiew
- Dr Wesa Chau
- Dr Walter, Dermatologist & Surgeon
Moderator:
Mary Ana McGlasson, Director: Centre for Humanitarian Leadership
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Knowledge Session
Integrating Indigenous Knowledge with Modern Science
How can traditional ecological knowledge enhance contemporary scientific research and environmental management practices? What can we learn from Indigenous practices in terms of sustainable living, resource management, and conservation?
17.10.2024
1PM - 2:30PM
Mueller Hall
Panelists:
- Andrew Laidlaw, Landscape Architect: Royal Botanic Gardens
- Russell Taylor, CEO: EcoCARE
- Peter & Andrea Hylands
- City of Melbourne Representative
Moderator:
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
17.10.2024
2PM - 3:30PM
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Workshop
Embracing Our Ecological Futures: Learning to Choose A Path
Our guest panelists will envision Melbourne's ecological future in 50 years, considering climate change, population growth, and the rights of First Nations peoples. Attendees will then join small groups to creatively explore and discuss these themes.
17.10.2024
3PM - 4:30PM
Mueller Hall
Panelists:
- Melissa Pineda Pinto, Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne
- Hanh Nguyen, PhD student at the University of Tasmania
- Peter Symes, Botanical consultant, former curator of Cooktown Botanic Gardens & RBG Melbourne
- Freya Thomas, Senior Urban Forester: City of Melbourne
Moderators:
- Dave Kendal, Director: Future in Nature
- Pauline Marsh
Venue: Treasury Theatre
Screening
FILM SCREENING,
Q&A
17.10.2024
4PM - 5:30PM
Venue: Library at the Dock
Workshop
Narratives for Change: How Storytelling Fuels Advocacy Success
Join global activist Anna Macdonald, who has over two decades of experience leading impactful international campaigns, in an interactive workshop on the power of storytelling in advocacy.
17.10.2024
4PM - 5:30PM
Learn how shaping narratives can influence decision-makers, mobilize communities, and drive change. Through discussions and real-world examples, gain practical techniques for using storytelling to achieve advocacy goals. Leave inspired to craft impactful stories!
Facilitator:
Anna Macdonald, Campaigner
Venue: Library at the Dock
Knowledge Session
Policy and Governance
What policies can support the integration of indigenous knowledge in ecological protection while considering the dynamics of immigration?
17.10.2024
6PM - 7:30PM
Panelists:
- Anna Macdonald, Campaigner
- Osai Ojigho, Director Policy Public Affairs & Campaigns: Christian Aid
- Peter Hylands
- Benson Saulo, Diplomat, Finance & Trade Expert
Moderator:
Meet: Royal Botanic Gardens
Tour
Greenline Project Tour
18.10.2024
12 NOON - 3PM
Presentation on the Greenline Project, in relation to THENGOIFF 2024's themes: indigenous knowledge & ecological protection.
Sites:
• Yarra’s edge
• Turning basin (at Enterprize Park)
• Library at the Dock
Facilitator:
Luke Flanagan, Principal Program Manager: City of Melbourne
FULLY BOOKED!
Venue: Royal Botanic Gardens
Knowledge Session
Break-out
Indigenous youth-led forum
18.10.2024
10AM - 11:30AM
Venue: Library at the Dock
Screening
FILM SCREENINGS
18.10.2024
4PM - 9PM
• Under the Sand -- 10'
• Dream It Big -- 30'
• The Notebook -- 9'
• Refugees can Change their Life with Cash -- 4'
• Insects & Flowers -- 29'
• Forgive Us Mother for we have Sinned -- 16'
• 2075 -- 5'
• Junk-E -- 7'
• Birds without Borders -- 13'