Jun 17 2023 to Jun 18 2023 9 a.m.

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Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

A two day festival of performances, discussions, dialogues and workshops provoking climate action.

Auditorium | Day 1 | June 17 | Saturday 9 to 9:30 am | Inauguration 9:30 to 10:30 am | Brews and Brainstorms: Education for a Changing Climate | Discussion | Ages 13+

Join us for a conversation on the kind of education that is needed during the climate crisis. Explore where you fit in with this crucial issue and discover how your actions can contribute to a sustainable future. Our panel of leaders, including Jigyasa Labroo, Kuldeep Dantewadia and Dr. Srivi Kalyan, will guide us through thought-provoking discussions. Moderated by Anshul Tewari, this event aims to inspire innovative ideas and drive actionable steps towards a better world.

A conversation with Jigyasa Labroo, co-founder and CEO – Slam Out Loud, Kuldeep Dantewadia, co-founder and CEO – Reap Benefit, Dr. Srivi Kalyan, Educator and Dean, Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology. Moderated by Anshul Tewari, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Youth Ki Awaaz.

11:30 am to 12:30 pm | The Plastic Bag Store | Film Screening | Ages 8+

A dynamic series of stories that traverse ancient history, the present day and a future dystopia, employing inventive puppetry, humor and craft to explore how the hordes of plastic waste might be misinterpreted by future generations. A tragic-comic ode to the foreverness of plastic.

5 to 5:30 pm | Beyond the Urban | Performance | Ages 13+

A folk music performance on nature and our engagement with it. Experience the enchanting world of folk songs from different corners of Karnataka in this edition of Beyond the Urban. This performance serves as a gateway into the rich heritage of oral traditions, showcasing their power to preserve community memory and history. Delve into the wonders of nature and the deep connection we share with it through soul-stirring melodies. Shilpa Mudbi, co-founder of Urban Folk Project, along with a team of talented voices will captivate the audience, showcasing diverse genres like leisure, bhakti, ritual, and labor.

6 to 7:20 pm | Plan B/C/D/E | Play | Ages 18+

A theatre play presented as a guide to surviving climate change. In this satirical theatre play, Meghana AT takes matters into her own hands, crafting backup plans to navigate the climate crisis. With an interactive twist, she engages the audience to ensure the water-tightness of her survival strategies.

Auditorium | Day 2 | June 18 | Sunday 9:30 to 10 am | Storytelling through Movement | Performance | Ages 9+

A dance performance by students about the climate crisis. This performance will feature a series of choreographed movements that showcase the importance of reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting eco-friendly practices. The music will be carefully chosen to reflect the beauty and significance of nature, with a mixture of classical, drama, mime and contemporary styles. Performed by students from Dream a Dream Foundation.

10:15 to 11:30 am | Policy Pe Charcha | Discussion | Ages 18+

A Conversation on Karnataka’s climate future. Moderated by Anshul Tewari, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Youth Ki Awaaz.

2 to 3 pm | The Crab Season | Film Screening

Behind the cliff of Etretat, Christophe, profoundly visually impaired, takes crabs and lobsters by hand, in an almost lunar environment, where nobody ventures. Along with him we experience what Christophe feels, starting with the beauty of the landscape and his very good knowledge of the area.

3 to 4 pm | Mamody -The Last Baobab Digger | Film Screening

In the southwest of Madagascar, the Mahafaly plateau is an extremely arid land. Here, the rains fall only a few times a year. In these very difficult living conditions, the inhabitants of the small village of Ampotaka found a unique solution to store water.

4:15 to 5:15 pm | The Power of Passion Projects | Play | Ages 13+

Interaction with young educators through a playback theatre performance. Through the art form of playback theatre, witness the impactful journeys of these Fellows as they share reflections and experiences from their nature education passion projects. Be moved by the personal stories and the transformative power of connecting with nature, and gain insights into the profound impact of these projects on individuals and communities. Performed by First Drop, Playback theatre.

6:30 to 7:45 pm | Song-farers at Sea | Performance | Ages 8+

A music concert about the journey of loss and hope. Bindumalini, MD Pallavi and Vedanth Bharadwaj, finding themselves at sea, sieve through songs and stories, looking for cues and directions to find ways to navigate through loss and hope, and to find the future they want to sail towards.

Workshops | Day 1 | June 17 | Saturday 11:30 am to 5:30 pm | Campaign Crafternoon: From Ideas to Action | Ages 18-40 | Boardroom

A workshop on setting your campaign roadmap. Participants of the workshop will gain invaluable skills and knowledge in planning and executing mobilisation and advocacy campaigns centered around the causes they hold dear. This empowering workshop will equip attendees with the tools needed to create real and lasting change. Throughout the workshop, attendees will delve into the Theory of Change, develop tactical pathways to success, build efficient timelines, and harness the power of data and analysis to track progress. Facilitated by Divya Narayanan, Campaigns Director, Jhatkaa.

11:30 am to 1:00 pm | Laughing in the Face of Climate Change | Ages 8 – 17 | Library

A cartooning workshop. Discover the step-by-step process of creating characters, expressing emotions through art, and crafting complete panel comic strips. Unleash your creativity and gain a deeper understanding of environmental awareness through the art of cartoons. Facilitated by Rohan Chakravarty, Cartoonist, Green Humour.

Beyond Barriers | Ages 15 – 30 | Hall 1

A photography workshop for the neurodivergent community, the deaf community and wheelchair users.

17th June | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm | Open to the deaf community 17th June | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Open to wheelchair users 18th June | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Open to the neurodivergent community

Climate change poses a significant threat to all individuals, but those living with disabilities face even greater challenges due to discrimination and marginalization. Join Srivatsan Shankaran’s groundbreaking photography workshop, a transformative event designed to celebrate inclusivity and empower individuals of all abilities. Specifically tailored for wheelchair users, neurodivergent individuals, and the deaf community, this workshop embraces the power of photography as a medium of self-expression and creativity. Facilitated by Srivatsan Sankaran, Photographer and Advocate for Disability Rights.

12 to 1 pm | Mad Scientists Unleashed: Where Learning Gets Playful | Ages 8 – 14 | Hall 2

A fun science experiments workshop. Embark on a thrilling journey of discovery with Earth Education Fellow Snigdha Sehgal where you’ll dive into the world of fun science experiments. Explore, learn, and unleash your inner scientist! Engage in hands-on activities, conduct exciting experiments, and unravel the wonders of science. This workshop offers a perfect blend of education and entertainment, where curiosity meets scientific exploration. Facilitated by Snigdha Sehgal, Science Educator and Earth Education Fellow, YouCAN.

2 to 3 pm | Rubbish | Ages 8 – 17 | Library Understand garbage through a game. Embark on a journey of waste management and sustainability with this workshop titled Rubbish – Understanding Garbage through a Game. Led by expert facilitators, participants will engage in an interactive game that delves into the world of garbage disposal and recycling. Explore the environmental impacts of our daily choices, discover innovative solutions, and gain a deeper understanding of waste management. This workshop aims to inspire sustainable practices and empower individuals to make a positive impact on the global waste crisis. Facilitated by Fields of View, an organisation involved in policy through experiences.

2 to 3 pm | Pulp Fiction: Exploring Creativity through Handcrafting Paper | Ages 8 – 17 | Terrace

A paper-making workshop. Delve into the world of paper-making, where you’ll discover the art of transforming pulp into beautiful, handmade creations. This workshop welcomes both experienced artists and beginners, providing an opportunity to explore your artistic side while contributing to a sustainable future. Facilitated by Jerusha D’Souza, Educator and Earth Education Fellow, YouCAN.

2 to 5 pm | Healing in the Anthropocene | Ages 18+ | Hall 2

A workshop on navigating eco-anxiety and burnout. Experience a transformative workshop on navigating eco-anxiety & burnout with Bhairavi Prakash. Discover strategies to navigate emotional challenges, find resilience, and create hope in the face of climate action. Join fellow climate warriors for an empowering session that sparks hope and empowers positive action. Through this workshop, Bhairavi will equip us with coping mechanisms, tools, and practices to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of eco-anxiety & burnout. Drawing from her expertise, Bhairavi will help us find resilience, understanding, and connectedness amidst the challenges we face. Facilitated by Bhairavi Prakash, Psychologist and Founder, Mithra Trust.

4 to 5 pm | Geo-Detectives: Unraveling the Secrets of your Neighborhood | Ages 8-17 | Hall 1

A workshop on applying geo-inquiry in your locality. This is an exciting workshop on using geo-inquiry to uncover the hidden treasures of biodiversity and ecosystems in your very own neighbourhood. Embark on a journey of exploration and discovery as Earth Education Fellow Aishwarya Soni guides you through mapping and investigating biodiversity hotspots, flora, fauna, and ecological wonders. Through geo-inquiry, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of nature and the intricate web of life right outside your doorstep. Become a citizen scientist and contribute to our collective understanding of local ecosystems. Facilitated by Aishwarya Soni, Educator and Earth Education Fellow, YouCAN.

3 to 4 pm | Zero Se Hero | Hall 1 Turning information into action for remarkable impact. For the past three years, Youth Ki Awaaz (YKA) has been running a climate-action campaign – #ZeroSeHero – designed to inspire positive action by decision-makers and next-generation change-makers to help India have a just transition to net-zero policies. With over 4000 stories on climate-related issues, over 20 public engagements with decision makers and creative public information campaigns, YKA will host a workshop on storytelling for impact, on climate change. If you’re someone who is extremely passionate about climate action and wants to learn how to use the power of writing, communicating and storytelling to create impact, this session is for you. Facilitated by Youth Ki Awaaz, a citizen-led youth journalism platform.

4 to 5 pm | Climate Fiction Lab: Unleashing Imaginations | Ages 8-17 | Library

A climate fiction story-writing workshop. Through this workshop, participants will embark on a transformative journey of storytelling, learning the art of weaving climate-themed tales that resonate with the pressing environmental issues of our time. Under Bijal’s expert guidance, young writers will delve into the depths of their imagination, exploring the intricacies of nature and its relationship with humanity. Alongside fostering creativity, this workshop also focuses on honing participants’ writing skills. Bijal will share valuable techniques, helping young writers craft compelling narratives with well-rounded characters, engaging plots, and impactful messages. Facilitated by Bijal Vachharajani, Children’s Book Editor, Writer and Climate Worrier.

Workshops | Day 2 | June 18 | Sunday 8 am to 12 pm | Beyond the Blooms | Ages 8-17

Capturing earth’s epic changes through a journaling workshop. While we learn to document and record our observations of the natural world, is it possible to understand our environment better? Can we learn to pay attention to the processes and impacts, the unseen changes and hidden truths? Come join us and explore together, the possibility of how nature journaling can bring about powerful stories of change. Facilitated by Sangeetha Kadur, Wildlife Illustrator and Nature Journal Artist.

11:30 am to 1 pm | The Curiosity Trio | Ages 8-17 | Hall 1

A workshop on nature journaling, microscopy and mapping. This workshop offers an opportunity to dive into the world of nature journaling, curiosity mapping, and microscopy. Participants will discover the joy of observing and documenting the wonders of nature while igniting their curiosity and deepening their appreciation for the natural world. Through immersive activities, attendees will learn how to create curiosity maps, explore the fascinating realm of microscopy, and unleash their creativity to gain a deeper understanding of the natural environment. Facilitated by Mihir Pathak, Educator and Earth Education Fellow.

12:30 to 3:30 pm | LOCI Food Lab: Who Feeds BLR? | Ages 8+

A workshop on exploring food. LOCI Food Lab is a travelling food cart for prototyping, serving and debating a range of bioregional food futures at different sites around the world. (A bioregion (a.k.a. ecoregion) is an area bounded by natural rather than political borders, which has characteristic flora and fauna, and includes one or more ecosystems.) At this workshop, we aim to explore the bioregion of Bangalore and anticipate through taste and conversation, what the future of food in the region might be. This LOCI Food Lab is an experiment in commons-based peer production initiated by the Center for Genomic Gastronomy and will be hosted by Anusha Murthy of Edible Issues.

2 to 3 pm | Bug B&B | Hall 2 A workshop to build your own insect hotel. This workshop will provide a hands-on experience where participants can delve into the fascinating world of insects and learn the art of building their own insect hotels. Gain practical skills and insights into creating habitats for solitary bees and non-social wasps, contributing to insect conservation efforts. Through an engaging and educational session, attendees will have the opportunity to support insect biodiversity by creating welcoming spaces for these important creatures. Don’t miss this chance to learn, build, and make a positive impact on our ecosystem. Facilitated by Maria Antony, Nature Educator and Earth Education Fellow, YouCAN.

2 to 3:30 pm | Climate Chaupal | Ages 18+ | Terrace

A sharing circle for ecological loss and climate anxiety allows us to share our pain, fear, anger, grief and all other emotions about these events. The process of naming an emotion we are feeling and having others witness that with empathy and acknowledgment allows for an energetic release. A healthy emotional body and heart require us to befriend our difficult emotions, even what we have numbed ourselves to, or find difficult to feel, in our bodies and ourselves. Sharing circles is a way to do this in the community. There is something especially powerful about mourning in a community rather than by ourselves. We get a sense that there is a community that feels similar distress about the times we are living in and that we are not alone in struggling with these feelings. We each are trying to do what we can to reduce the ways we may be contributing to climate change and move towards bringing change to our communities. Facilitated by Daya, a certified Resonant Healing practitioner.

2 to 5 pm | Wing’in It | Ages 8-17 | Library

A paper sculpting workshop on birds of the Western Ghats. From vibrant plumage to delicate feathers, participants will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and attention to detail, bringing their favourite avian creatures to life. They will learn about the anatomy and characteristics of different bird species, inspiring them to replicate their unique traits through the art of paper sculpting. Through hands-on practice, young artists will gain a deeper understanding of spatial awareness, proportion, and the art of creating realistic sculptures. They will discover the joy of expressing themselves through art, fostering their imagination and honing their fine motor skills as they navigate the process of constructing life-sized birds from paper. Facilitated by Niharika Rajput, Artist and National Geographic Explorer.

3 to 5 pm | Unmasking the Planet | Ages 8-35 | Boardroom

A photojournalism workshop as a window into our planet’s health. Discover the power of visual storytelling and learn how to use photojournalism as a tool to shed light on the hidden truths of our planet’s health. Join us to explore the intersection of climate change, storytelling, and the urgent stories that demand our attention. Facilitated by Saumya Khandelwal, Photo-Journalist. Exhibitions, Installations and Interactive Displays  

All day | June 17-18 The Bizarre Bazaar of Nature: Exploring Nature’s Quirks 

Exhibition | Ages 8+ | Gallery A mobile natural history museum exhibit. Get ready to witness the beauty and complexity of the natural world up close as this mobile museum invites you to discover and appreciate the rich biodiversity of Palampur and beyond.

Workshop | June 17, 2 to 3 pm | June 18, 12-1 pm and 3:30 to 4:30pm This museum-on-wheels brings to you a treasure trove of natural artefacts, specimens, and exhibits. Embark on a journey through time and space as you explore the diverse ecosystems, ancient fossils, and captivating wildlife displays curated by Vikram Singh, Naturalist and National Geographic Explorer.

The Exhibit of Horrors | Exhibition | Foyer 1, 2 and 3 | All day | June 17-18

An interactive visual encounter with climate change. Immerse yourself in a thought-provoking exhibition showcasing powerful photographs that depict the impacts of climate change on our planet. Witness the stark realities and urgent need for action through these compelling visuals. Deepen your understanding and ignite a sense of responsibility toward protecting our environment. Curated by Conservation India, a web portal and support platform enabling conservation action.

TechART for Climate Change | Installations | All day | June 17-18

Where Do I Come From? Where Do I Go? | Walk into a cascade of waste, where data meets art and reality hits home. Witness the intimate relationship between the performers and the garbage they produced. This Al-powered art installation exposes the toxic equation between humans and the garbage we generate. This ironic visual pageantry inspires contemplation on our daily consumption habits, sparking a call to action on the pressing issue of sustainability. Where do I come Whereriollso? | Enti-i is swarm intelligence, highly organised and self-aware, with a dark sense of humour and shape-shifting stealth capabilities. Biding their time in the earth’s warming oceans, growing elaborate and bioluminescent, many have enjoyed the extra acid, hydrocarbons and heat. But rising seas can absorb only so much energy before mass extinctions, of their food and all food webs. Since this realisation, a Borromean king of leaders has arisen. Led by Enti-i, they’ve been spreading outlandish memes and rumours. Enti-i is going nuclear to galvanise intelligent action. Wood Wide Web | Enter the Wood Wide Web and witness forests come to life. Ancient and endangered trees of India and the UK share their tales of survival through skeletal tracking and Al. Don’t just admire the beauty of these magnificent beings, feel their pain and become their advocate in the fight against climate change. Through this piece, our forests have a voice and are inviting us to join them in protecting our shared planet. Curated by BeFantastic, a techart platform that engages an international community of techart creators and experts.

Nature Walks Urban Jungle Jamboree | June 17-18, 7:30 to 9 am and 9:30 to 11 am Location: Cubbon Park and Jakkur Lake

Embark on a climate walk with Spiders and the Sea, and delve into the fascinating wildlife that coexists with us in the city. Participants will have the opportunity to witness the impacts of climate change firsthand and discover how nature can contribute to mitigating these effects. The morning nature walk offers exploration, learning, and tranquility in the heart of nature. Facilitated by Spiders and the Sea, Nature Educators and Earth Education Fellows. Presented by YouCAN.