Film och samtal: Beat the Heat

Film och samtal: Beat the heat What happens when a group of pensioners decide to challenge their own state and go all the way to victory in the European Court of Human Rights? The women behind Klimaseniorinnen are now visiting Sweden to tell their story.

Together, we will watch the documentary Beat the Heat and take part in a discussion about moral courage, commitment and the ability to make a difference, regardless of age.

Some of the women behind this high-profile campaign are now coming to Sweden and visiting ABF-huset for a discussion about courage, persistence and the ability to influence society, regardless of age.

Film: Beat the Heat

The documentary Beat the Heat follows Klimaseniorinnen’s journey from commitment and organising to their historic victory in court. The film offers an intimate look at how a group of older women managed to put climate change on the international agenda and inspire people around the world.

Three generations on the future

After the film, we invite you to a discussion bringing together three generations of women around one of the major questions of our time: How do we bring about change when those in power fail to act?

The panel includes:

Representatives from Klimaseniorinnen

Direct from Switzerland. Hear them talk about their path to the European Court of Human Rights, life after the victory and why older women have become such an important voice in the climate debate.

Marie, energy expert and active member of Rebellmammorna

On moral courage, commitment and continuing to stand up for your convictions even when it comes at a cost.

Ida Edling, environmental lawyer and head of legal affairs at Aurora

On the law as a tool for social change and the work to hold the Swedish state to account on climate change.

Moderator: Andreas Magnusson, Climate Live

Active in the climate and democracy movements since 2018.

Join us for an evening of film, discussion and people who show that change often begins with someone deciding to act.