Water weighs heavy, especially when it carries the stories of those who suffer
A grieving mother. A flooded football field. A burdened woman. Three emotional stories set in Nepal showing how communities are already being impacted by flooding and drought, all made worse by the injustice of climate change and increasing extreme weather events. The intertwined narratives along with expert exposition highlight the human cost of climate crisis in Nepal with a sharp focus on the compounding nature and localized injustice of this global crisis.
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"The Weight of Water" ignites a movement for change, showcasing how the climate crisis is reshaping lives and communities in Nepal. This powerful documentary not only tells emotional stories of individuals affected by flooding and drought but also serves as a catalyst for regional policy shifts and community resilience.
By highlighting the struggles of a grieving mother and a burdened woman, the film underlines the urgent need for action against the injustices of climate change. As reported, communities in the Hindu Kush Himalayas face increasingly extreme weather events, with the potential for loss of livelihoods and displacement threatening thousands.
The campaign associated with the film aims to inspire knowledge sharing that attracts investment for greener, more inclusive development. With a focus on actionable change, it seeks to mobilize support for policies that address the compounding crises of climate impact and social injustice. Together, these narratives and the call to action serve as a wake-up call for viewers to recognize the human cost of climate change and the necessity for urgent intervention.
Impact Goals
The campaign aims to build and share knowledge that drives regional policy and action and attracts investment that enables the diverse countries and communities of the Hindu Kush Himalayas to transition to greener, more inclusive, and climate resilient development.
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