The Slow Newscast Lost glacier: the climate pioneers
Jul 30, 2024
A 70-year-old Swiss woman defies retirement to fight for social justice, leading a group of women to take their government to court over climate negligence. They win a significant ruling, only to face backlash as their activism gains traction. Personal stories intertwine with glacial memories, stressing the emotional connection to the shrinking Alps. The struggles of these women, combined with reflections on resilience and climate justice, highlight the challenges of advocacy in a changing world and the urgent need for effective climate policies.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Echoes of the Alps: Personal Stories and Climate Action
02:09 • 6min
Glacial Memories and Climate Action
08:36 • 13min
Women, Politics, and Climate Justice
21:48 • 10min
Strasbourg's Climate Ruling
31:32 • 4min
Swiss Women in Climate Activism
35:11 • 10min
Resilience and Optimism in the Face of Challenges
45:32 • 3min