Our Work

Downstream Environmental Film Festival

Our film festival showcases the work of local, regional, and international filmmakers who use their skills to delve into environmental justice issues and motivate us to care for the land, water, and habitats of southern Minnesota. One of the films displayed in our recent festival was “Reclaim Your Water” (trailers shown below).

IMPACTS

The goal is to amplify the voices of diverse filmmakers passionate about the environment. By doing so, we aim to raise awareness around water quality issues through the arts and connect people to environmental issues far from home. Additionally, we hope to foster community building and connect neighbors through our efforts.

OUTCOMES

Through the film festival, we brought together 116 attendees and 13 passionate filmmakers to amplify the voices of diverse artists and connect people to environmental issues beyond their hometowns. With screenings in four locations, we were able to build connections with communities within our watershed and beyond, while inspiring others to take action towards a healthier environment.

WHAT’S NEXT

We aim to expand the reach of our film festival to different locations across the watershed while continuing to showcase the work of talented filmmakers with diverse backgrounds.