Films
This animated short film, written by elin kelsey and directed by Marc Silver, explores the deep pain of the pandemic while urging viewers to envision a better future for humanity. It highlights how collective action during COVID-19 shows our ability to create positive change, emphasizing the need for bold vision and investment in an equitable future.
Despite uncertainty, Amnesty International remains committed to challenging human rights violations and fostering hope.
BREATHE | Animated Short Film
In "Humans are Nature," Dr. elin kelsey explores the profound connections between humans and the natural world. She emphasizes how our breathing is intricately linked to ocean plants, the essential role of soil bacteria in food production, and how our bodies are deeply intertwined with nature.
Through her books for children, Dr. kelsey highlights the wonders of being a part of nature, explaining how even our breath and interactions with animals like dogs reveal our natural connections.
Humans are Nature
With the existential threat of climate change, it’s only natural to feel overwhelming emotions of anxiety, fear, or anger. But at the same time it is critically important to find sources of hope that can allow us to imagine a better future and work towards it.
In this video, author and expert Dr. elin kelsey explains the importance of being hopeful and offers tips on where to look for motivation in difficult times. For kelsey, hope is a “brave political act” that requires courage and commitment in the face of uncertainty.
Why Hope Matters
Is it too late to stop deadly climate change? Elin Kelsey argues that evidence-based hope suggests it isn't. This concept, based on real progress and effective solutions, shifts the focus from fear to empowerment.
While there are reasons to be anxious about climate change, there are also reasons to be optimistic due to meaningful accomplishments. Join Dr. Kelsey in Monterey to explore local solutions, discuss mental health and climate change, and remember what we’re fighting to protect. This film is part of the Evidence-Based Hope and Climate Solutions project for the David Suzuki Institute.
Evidence-Based Hope vs. Climate Doomism
elin kelsey researches the emotional responses to environmental issues and the pervasive sense of hopelessness they often generate. At the Rachel Carson Center, she works on "Circumnavigating Hope," focusing on shifting environmental narratives from doom and gloom to more hopeful, solution-oriented stories.
Through her research with children, environmental educators, and conservation biologists, elin emphasizes the need for narratives that empower and engage people. Her work highlights the importance of recognizing our deep connections with nature and incorporating humanities to understand and address the emotional landscape of environmental issues.
Dr. elin kelsey on "Narratives about Our Planet"
BREATHE
This animated short film, written by elin kelsey and directed by Marc Silver, explores the deep pain of the pandemic while urging viewers to envision a better future for humanity. It highlights how collective action during COVID-19 shows our ability to create positive change, emphasizing the need for bold vision and investment in an equitable future.
This animated short film, written by elin kelsey and directed by Marc Silver, explores the deep pain of the pandemic while urging viewers to envision a better future for humanity. It highlights how collective action during COVID-19 shows our ability to create positive change, emphasizing the need for bold vision and investment in an equitable future. Despite uncertainty, Amnesty International remains committed to challenging human rights violations and fostering hope.
Despite uncertainty, Amnesty International remains committed to challenging human rights violations and fostering hope.
Humans are Nature
In "Humans are Nature," Dr. elin kelsey explores the profound connections between humans and the natural world. She emphasizes how our breathing is intricately linked to ocean plants, the essential role of soil bacteria in food production, and how our bodies are deeply intertwined with nature.
In "Humans are Nature," Dr. elin kelsey explores the profound connections between humans and the natural world. She emphasizes how our breathing is intricately linked to ocean plants, the essential role of soil bacteria in food production, and how our bodies are deeply intertwined with nature. Through her books for children, Dr. kelsey highlights the wonders of being a part of nature, explaining how even our breath and interactions with animals like dogs reveal our natural connections.
Through her books for children, Dr. kelsey highlights the wonders of being a part of nature, explaining how even our breath and interactions with animals like dogs reveal our natural connections.