'People of the Forest' - Documentary Screening
Be part of the People of the Forest event at the Royal Geographical Society
The Royal Geographical Society is hosting a 'People of the Forest' event in partnership with EIA International this May.
During the event filmmakers and investigators will also be talking about the stories behind their documentaries.
Speakers include Gavin Searle (Director of BAFTA nominated BBC series Tribe), award-winners Handcrafted Films, and investigators from The Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA).
This evening encompasses some of EIA's work with threatened forest communities including the first ever films made by Papuan people about how illegal logging gangs are threatening their way of life.
The event is taking place on Thursday May 15th from 4pm to 9pm. The event is free to attend but you must book your place in advance, you can do this by emailing the EIA or calling 0207 354 7960.
Find out more about EIA International.
How to get there
The closest tube stations are located at Knightsbridge and High Street Kensington.
If travelling by bus the 9, 10, 14, 19, 22, 52, 74, 137, 414, 452 and C1 all serve Knightsbridge and the 9, 10, 27, 28, 49, 52, 70, 328, 452 and C1 all serve High Street Kensington.
