UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — At 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, Penn State Sustainability’s “Intersections” film program will host its next online film screening, which will focus on efforts to allow historically underserved groups to gain more access to the outdoors and nature-based pursuits.
The online screening includes two short films: “Resistance Climbing,” about a group of Palestinians who create a makeshift climbing gym and learn to rock climb, and “Ascend,” about a group of Afghani young women who learn climbing in defiance of the Taliban and flee to the U.S. for the freedom to continue their education and to continue to climb.
Following the films, there will be a panel discussion featuring Penn State student leaders in the outdoors, as well as faculty experts on building more inclusive and welcoming outdoor spaces that encourage everyone to reconnect with nature and enjoy nature-based hobbies.
The screening is free and open to all. Pre-registration is required at this link.