A recent film screening conducted by My Age Zimbabwe through the steps ignited a powerful conversation among young leaders, highlighting the intersection of climate change, disability, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The four-minute film showcased the lived experiences of Anesuishe and Definite, two young Zimbabwean students with disabilities, bringing abstract issues into sharp focus.
Anesuishe’s struggle to balance her schoolwork with fetching water for the school garden, and Definite’s challenges managing her period due to climate-related water scarcity, resonated deeply with the audience. The film served as an awakening, revealing the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable populations.
The informal setting fostered open dialogue, with young people sharing their perspectives and proposing concrete solutions. Calls for accessible water infrastructure, inclusive menstrual health services, and youth-led tree planting initiatives underscored their commitment to action.
This session emphasized the importance of empathy, storytelling, and youth-led spaces in driving meaningful change. By centering human stories, we can foster understanding, inspire action, and empower young people to build a more just and sustainable future.
