Thursday 19 March, 19:00

Guardians of the Forest – Screening and Discussion with Claire Eggermont

Free, registration required

Journalist Claire Eggermont introduces a documentary by Luc Marescot, focusing on Benki Piyako, the spiritual leader of the Asháninka, and his efforts to reforest the Amazon threatened by various destructive projects. Following the screening, Claire will discuss her personal experiences and connection with the forest, as well as her book “Guardians of the Forest – The Call of Indigenous Peoples.” This event, in partnership with the Green Film Festival, explores the relationship between ecology and awareness.

In French.

Place des Trois-Perdrix 5,
1204 Genève

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Photo Credit: Luc Marescot

Friday 5 December, 09:00

Adapting to Climate Change

Lectures & Workshops

Maison de l'Avenir

A 3.5-hour workshop focused on climate change adaptation takes place at the Maison de l’Avenir as part of Geneva’s Climate Week. This interactive session aims to help attendees understand and manage climate risks, identify ineffective adaptations, and develop sustainable solutions. Recommended as a follow-up to a Climate Fresk workshop, it blends theory and collective intelligence across two 90-minute sessions.

In French.

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Friday 5 December, 10:00

Afrosonica – Sonic Landscapes. Azonto Dance Workshop

Lectures & Workshops

MEG

Join an introductory Azonto dance workshop set amidst the Afrosonica-Soundscapes exhibit. This vibrant Ghanaian dance, known for its humor and creativity, encourages joyful expression inspired by everyday life. Led by Loubna, an enthusiastic dancer specializing in Afro-urban and freestyle movements.

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Friday 5 December, 12:30

Instrumental Encounter #9 | Music of Bulgaria

Lectures & Workshops Performances

MEG

A musical encounter centered around the gadulka, a Bulgarian fiddle, featuring the virtuoso Dimitar Gougov and multi-instrumentalist Alexandre Cellier. This event offers a musical exchange blending tradition and creativity. Attendance is limited to 25 people.

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4 – 7 December

9th International Glacier Film Festival

Independent Cinema

Grütli

The International Glacier Film Festival offers a diverse program featuring 11 films, panel discussions, and director interviews. The event kicks off with an immersive concert, “Vibrations,” featuring a string quartet and artistic projections of glaciers. On Friday, two films showcase human adventures and high-altitude challenges. Saturday presents five documentaries, exploring climate issues, scientific research, and mountain escapades, accompanied by filmmaker talks. Sunday highlights documentaries about the environmental and cultural impacts of climate change, concluding with an address by a sustainability expert. The festival aims to raise public awareness about the challenges glaciers face due to the climate crisis.

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Saturday 6 December, 16:30

Projection de “Climat Décodé”

Independent Cinema

Grütli

Selected for the International Glacier Film Festival (FIFG), the documentary “Climat décodé – Voyage dans les coulisses de notre planète” (Decoded Climate – Journey Behind the Scenes of Our Planet) offers a clear and accessible exploration of climate change through the lens of the Swiss landscape. Directed by Giovan Peyrotty, who will attend the screening, the film combines science, fieldwork, and expert testimonies to provide a concrete and inspiring look at today’s environmental challenges.

In French.

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Saturday 6 December, 14:00

Planet C: Play Again?

Lectures & Workshops

Maison de l'Avenir

Join Planet C, an immersive collective game at the Maison de l’Avenir, designed to explore human obstacles in addressing climate challenges. With a group of 5 to 20 participants led by a facilitator, you’ll guide the development of a territory and gain insights for ecological transition. Based on extensive research in ecology and resource management, this game helps participants identify hurdles and devise strategies to overcome them, encouraging collective learning and action. Planet C is supported by a collective of 50 researchers from France and Switzerland, led by Leafic, an EPFZ spin-off.

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Guardians of the Forest – Screening and Discussion with Claire Eggermont