Catch a thought-provoking screening that dives into urgent climate issues and sparks real talk about our planet’s future.

Join us for a screening of 'National Emergency Briefing', a film highlighting the urgency of the climate crisis and inspiring action.

Bournemouth University's ‘Sustainability Screenings’ series aims to bring our community together to progress the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, by using film as a tool to educate, reflect, and inspire meaningful action.

Our Sustainability Screenings events features a film screening, followed by an expert panel discussion with Q & A’s from the audience. Both prior to the film start and after the panel discussion, we hold an exhibition of BU research and work being done by local organisations, businesses, and community groups that link closely with the topics explored in the film. This is a fantastic opportunity for networking and developing partnerships.

This event is being delivered by Bournemouth University in partnership with University Hospitals Dorset as part of a shared commitment to promoting sustainability, health, supporting climate action and fostering community engagement across Dorset.

Agenda:

18:30 Arrival, networking, and exhibition stands open

19:00 Welcome and introduction

19:05 People's Emergency Briefing screening

19:55 Panel discussion and audience Q&A

20:15 Formal close, followed by informal networking with fellow attendees and panellists

20:30 Venue closes and doors shut

National Emergency Briefing

National Emergency Briefing is a powerful and thought-provoking film that presents the latest evidence on the climate and ecological crisis, exploring the scale of the challenges facing society and the urgent action needed to create a safer, healthier and more sustainable future.

Through expert insight and compelling storytelling, the film examines the interconnected impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, resource consumption and social inequality, while highlighting practical solutions that can help accelerate positive change at local, national and global levels.

The screening provides an opportunity for students, staff and members of the wider community to deepen their understanding of the climate and nature emergency and consider the role that individuals, organisations and institutions can play in driving meaningful action.

The film screening will be followed by a panel discussion, where we will be joined by local people from a range of backgrounds.

To find out more about the film visit: National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature (https://www.nebriefing.org/)

Accessibility

Use the BU Interactive Map to find the location of the Marconi lecture theatre (KG02) inside Kimmeridge House. Talbot Campus interactive map | Bournemouth University (https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/about/contact-us/directions-maps/talbot-campus-interactive-map)

For details about the accessibility of the venue please visit Access Able for a specific guide for this room: AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide (https://www.accessable.co.uk/bournemouth-university/access-guides/the-marconi-lecture-theatre-kg02) https://www.accessable.co.uk/bournemouth-university/access-guides/the-marconi-lecture-theatre-kg02

Travel

Talbot Campus (https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/about/contact-us/directions-maps/talbot-campus-interactive-map) is easily accessible by bike, on foot, or by bus. Our new Cycle Hub (https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/news/2024-09-19/new-cycle-hub-open-talbot-campus), located between Dorset House and Wallisdown Road, has visitor cycle storage areas. We have additional space for visitors to lock your bike in front of Poole House by the main entrance, next to Talbot House, and in front of Poole Gateway Building. Use this interactive map (https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/about/contact-us/directions-maps/talbot-campus-interactive-map) to locate these areas by filtering for ‘Bicycle Parking’. You can also cycle to Talbot Campus using the Beryl Bikes available across the BCP area. Download the Beryl Bikes App here. (https://beryl.cc/scheme/bournemouth-christchurch-and-poole)

Visit the UNIBUS website (https://www.unibuses.co.uk/) to find out how to get to Talbot Campus by bus. Regular buses run between Bournemouth Railway Station and Talbot Campus if you will be travelling to Bournemouth by train.

If you need to drive, our Visitor and Events car park is free after 16:00pm. If you wish to arrive before 16:00pm, you will need to book a parking space to avoid receiving a fine. If you have any questions about parking, please contact parking@bournemouth.ac.uk

Other Information

For general information on this event please contact: sustainability@bournemouth.ac.uk

Water refill points are available in the building so bring your reusable water bottle. Please bring your own drinks or snacks as these will not be provided.

Photos may be taken at the event. If you do not want to appear in any photos, please notify a member of staff at the event. For further informati

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