Standing Above the Clouds - An Earth Day Screening and Discussion

We're thrilled to share a free screening of the stunning documentary, Standing Above the Clouds! Join us on Earth Day, April 22, from 9:30am-12:30pm Pacific Time.

When a massive Thirty Meter Telescope is proposed to be built on Mauna Kea, an uprising of kiaʻi (protectors) in Hawaiʻi and around the world dedicate their lives to protecting the sacred mountain from further destruction. Through the lens of mothers and daughters in three Native Hawaiian families, Standing Above the Clouds explores intergenerational healing and the impacts of safeguarding cultural traditions.

“As the film progresses, we watch individuals coming together not just to protest but to learn cultural chants, dances, practices, and beliefs. It becomes evident that we are watching each go through a healing process as much as we are watching a community transform. They are not simply regaining their strength, but each is building a stronger, more resilient, sense of self.”

~ Standing Above the Clouds Review: Fighting latent colonialism in Hawaii - POV Magazine

During this 3-hour session over Zoom, we'll learn more about the connections between nonviolence and environmentalism, watch the film together, and discuss. You can register at the link below!