VOICES OF CHANGE

These films are created to elevate the voices of those often left on the margins and who are at the grassroots leadership of environmental and conservation efforts. By focusing on personal stories of courage, innovation, and collective effort, we aim to inspire viewers to engage with and advocate for inclusive environmental action. “Voices of Change” directly supports WeGotNext’s mission to bring forward stories from underrepresented communities, serving as a catalyst for greater empathy and action within these critical areas.

Seeking Judhuri

Ahmad, a first-generation Lebanese-American, is embarking on the challenging Lebanon Mountain Trail, a 470km through-hike that spans from Syria's northern border to Israel's southern border.

Ahmad extends a heartfelt invitation to his father, who fled Lebanon during the civil war, transforming the hike into a symbolic journey of reconnection with his cultural roots, a confrontation with the past he left behind, and an earnest attempt to mend the fractured relationship between the Lebanese people and the outdoors, scarred by the ravages of war. The film unfolds as a compelling narrative of self-discovery, intergenerational reconciliation, and the transformative power of nature in overcoming the wounds of history.

Healing Waters

After over a decade of dreaming, Niki Choo finally undertakes an ambitious expedition - paddling from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic across multiple rivers and remote wilderness areas. Along with her partner Jared, she meticulously plans the complex route across changing terrain.

Niki Choo pursues her lifelong dream of an audacious paddling expedition to the Arctic Ocean, fueling passion but testing her relationship with her partner and their families as they confront brutal conditions and differing motivations.

water. weather. willingness

Inspired by visual and written artist Roni Horn, Everett embarks on an overland bike expedition spanning over 2400 km, linking Iceland’s major glaciers with art spaces and coastal communities impacted by socio-economic changes from industry and extraction. Drawn to Iceland's ever-changing landscape, Everett explores intersections of identity, climate, and stewardship, finding reflections of their own fragile being in the land they traverse.

Supporting the "WeGotNext Ambassadors: Voices of Change" film series is an opportunity to directly contribute to amplifying critical voices in the environmental and conservation sectors. Your investment will help bring these inspiring stories to a global audience, sparking change and encouraging more inclusive dialogue around environmental challenges. This initiative promises to inspire and motivate meaningful action in communities worldwide, aligning with the core philanthropic goals of fostering education, awareness, and active participation in environmental stewardship.

We are seeking philanthropic funding to produce a trilogy of films inspired by the ambassadors of WeGotNext, whose mission is to amplify individual stories of adventure and activism from communities underrepresented in outdoor, conservation, and environmental spaces. We aim to raise $75,000 to cover production and distribution costs, ensuring these powerful stories reach a global audience and inspire action and awareness around key social issues.