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Nature as a Bridge: Stories That Show Us How to Connect
San Diego, USAWednesday, April 15, 2026
A documentary that redefines environmental education
The Premise
The film “In Our Nature” examines the impact of screen time on children’s connection to the world.
“If kids spend up to seven hours a day on devices, what happens when nature lessons become more political and less universal?”
The makers sought real stories where nature becomes a bridge between strangers.
Three Inspiring Programs
| Location | Initiative | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago – South Side | Southside Blooms | Turns vacant lots into flower farms, giving teens jobs and fostering cross‑racial friendships. |
| Rural Kentucky | Red Oaks Forest School | Brings families from opposite political sides into a shared forest learning experience, easing policy and identity tensions. |
| San Antonio | Military educator’s program | Uses nature to help children process loss, illustrating the outdoors as a healing space. |
Nature as an Antidote to Polarization
- Bridges racial gaps, political divides, and emotional trauma.
- Provides a neutral, shared space for listening and learning.
The documentary invites viewers to rethink how nature can be woven into education and community building.
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