Film 11 – Midlands State University National Language Institute (MSUNLI) and Fletcher High School Zimbabwe, Voicing Against Extinction
Languages: Shona, English
The film is a story picture narrative of the poaching challenges as encountered by the selected three animals of “The big 5” wildlife animals all found in Zimbabwe. It highlights the key drivers of poaching and its far-reaching implications since the endangered animals – elephant, rhino, lion – apart from being natural heritage, are also markers of identity to the indigenes due to their cultural significance, precisely totemic value. It exposes in vivid images how the human community must offer hope to these species under threat through care.
Film 12 – Central Foundation Girls’ School UK, The Tale of Shundor Bon
Languages: Bangla, English
While rushing through London for a job interview, Joya—a young environmentalist – falls into a puddle and is magically transported to Shundor Bon, the world’s largest mangrove forest. There, she meets Raja, a Royal Bengal Tiger, who shares how his home is vanishing due to the displaced Rohingya people cutting down the forest for shelter. As Joya listens, she’s drawn into a journey that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality. Her experience challenges her beliefs and awakens a deep understanding: the survival of wildlife, ecosystems, and displaced people are all connected – and protecting one means protecting them all.
Film 13 – Orange Coast Gakuen, U.S.A. – Mottainai: Too Good to Waste
Languages: Japanese, English
This video shows how students at Orange Coast Gakuen promote and spread awareness of ‘mottainai’. We hope this video explains the global issue of wastefulness and helps people understand the true meaning of ‘mottainai’ and why it is so important. Understanding the influence of waste on communities will bring awareness to the large issue and urge our audience to practice ‘mottainai’, or activities to reduce waste.
Film 14 – San Sin High School of Commerce and Home Economics, Kaohsiung City Taiwan, Home Begins With You
Languages: Mandarin, Taiwanese, English
In this story, we follow the journey of a girl in search of that very feeling, weaving together themes of local culture, friendship, and cross-cultural understanding. We believe that home is not confined to bloodlines or walls. It is found in the kindness of a friend, the comfort of shared stories, and the quiet strength of human connection. Through this film, we hope to share the idea that home can take many forms. This is not just a story of searching, but of building, understanding, and growing empathy across cultures. We invite viewers to reflect: What does “home” mean to you?
Film 15 – Sydney Chinese School Australia, A Warm Light in the Community
Languages: Mandarin, English
One quiet night, a small town was suddenly plunged into darkness. The power outage brought momentary unease – but also sparked a sense of hope in the hearts of children. With handmade lanterns in hand, they stepped into the community, bringing light to the night and warmth to others. This is a story about how care and kindness, shared even in small ways, can spread warmth and hope, and bring a community together.
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