The film is an optimistic take on the local and global plastic pollution crisis as told through a refreshing urban youth point of view, with an inspiring take action message. The production follows a group of 5th graders who spent 2 years investigating plastic pollution by taking on the roles of community scientists, leaders, and advocates.
This special event between the Columbia Climate School, Barnard Sustainability, and Cafeteria Culture, the creators behind the film, will start with a screening, followed by a dynamic discussion with a diverse panel of scientists, educators, and students, including:
Debby Lee Cohen - Co-Director/Producer of Microplastic Madness and Executive Director, Cafeteria Culture
Sandra Goldmark - Director of Campus Sustainability and Climate Action, Barnard College and Senior Assistant Dean of Interdisciplinary Engagement, Columbia Climate School
Joaquim Goes - Lamont Research Professor, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia Climate School
Rhonda Keyser - Education Director, Cafeteria Culture
Rebeca Sabnam - Youth Advocate, Cafeteria Culture, and Sophomore, Columbia University
Moderator:
Laurel Zaima-Sheehy - Program Manager, Non-Degree Education and Outreach Programs, Columbia Climate School
This event will be both live and livestreamed.