CAFÉ DES IDÉES: 🌊 NATIONS OF WATER – Impact of Sea Level rise in the South Pacific: from ecological to legal impacts

Kia ora, bonjour,

The France Aotearoa Science Technology and !nnovation (FAST!) network warmly invites you to the next Café des Idées at Victoria University of Wellington.

🌊 NATIONS OF WATER – Impact of Sea Level rise in the South Pacific: from ecological to legal impacts

This event is open to all. Join us for an eye-opening evening featuring the documentary screening of Nations of Water, directed by Géraldine Giraudeau, Professor of Public Law (Université Paris-Saclay), co-directed with Valérie Baty and with the collaboration of Lynn Englum.

The film delves into the effects of sea level rise on South Pacific communities and provides an in-depth look at one of the most urgent climate challenges of our time.

Following the screening, an engaging panel discussion, with Prof. Géraldine Giraudeau, Prof. Alberto Costi, Prof. James Renwick, Prof. Adrian Macey moderated by A-Prof. Geoffroy Lamarche, will explore the multifaceted impacts on the Pacific Ocean, building on the issues raised in the film. Our expert panelists will offer valuable insights into these critical challenges.

Nibbles will be served at the end of the event, providing an opportunity to discuss further.

📅 Wednesday 13 November 2024 – 5.30pm to 7.30pm

📍 Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus

Government Building Lecture Theatre 1

33 Bunny Street, Wellington 6011

🎟️ FREE ENTRY


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A FAST! & Victoria University Wellington event | With the support of the French Embassy in Wellington & Alliance Française Wellington | a BLUE TALKS and LEGAL DAY event