Join us Wednesday, October 15th at 7:00 p.m. as our Sustainability Film Series examines the injustices climate change through resilient South Florida communities on the edge of crisis!
Admission is FREE and open to the public – Tickets are required
About the film
Shedding light on the resilience of communities facing the brunt of climate injustice, Edge of Hope, focuses on Miami, FL as the city grapples with rising sea levels, extreme heat, intensified hurricanes, and other harbingers of crisis. The film uncovers how systemic inequities magnify the challenges of climate change, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations. By weaving together the voices of experts and community advocates, the film presents a powerful narrative of both struggle and determination.
More than just a documentary, Edge of Hope is a testament to the power of resistance and collective hope. It challenges viewers to reflect on the systemic forces at play while inspiring change through community-driven solutions. As climate threats escalate, this film serves as a crucial reminder that hope, and action remain vital in the fight for environmental justice.
About the speakers
David Dugard is a Miami native whose work centers on community engagement, equity, and resilience. He currently serves as the Program Director for the Mellon-funded FIU Commons for Justice Project, which partners with historically Black and Brown communities in Miami to address longstanding social and environmental inequities. As one of the directors of The Edge of Hope, David helped bring to life the stories and voices of Miami residents who continue to shape the city’s future in the face of challenge and change. Through his work, he explores how storytelling and collective action can strengthen community bonds and inspire meaningful progress.
Kevin Grove is Professor of Geography at Florida International University, and editor at Progress in Human Geography. His research focuses on the political geographies of resilience, disaster management and environmental security, which he has explored in Kingston, Jamaica, New York City, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and most recently, Miami, where he led the “redesigning resilience” research team in the FIU Commons for Justice project. He is the author of over 80 peer reviewed articles and chapters, including his 2018 book Resilience, which examines the links between ecological resilience theory, design thinking, and their adoption in national and local government policies initiatives. Kevin received his PhD in 2011 from the Ohio State University, and currently splits his time between Miami and Athens with his wife and son. He is a proud supporter of local youth soccer and recently coached his son’s U12 soccer team, the Adena Spears.
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Travis Eskins is a graduate student in the Film Studies program at Ohio University. He was born and raised in Huntington, West Virginia, where he studied Film and English Literature at Marshall University. His work is focused on depictions of labor movements in film, especially those from the Appalachian region. He is currently teaching a course on films set in Appalachia. 
