Films
After the Rain
RWANDA: Amid worsening climate disasters, Florentine Mukantagwera – still in her demolished home after Rwanda’s 2023 floods – finds strength in her community as disabled Rwandans face growing risks.
Filmmaker: Francine Uwayisaba
Francine Uwayisaba is a field officer at Rwanda Union of Little People (RULP) and is in charge of the organization’s communications. Read more about Francine Uwayisaba
Heat and Hurricanes
UNITED STATES: For Larry Landrie, a disabled senior in Georgia, rising heat and frequent storms are life-threatening. As extreme weather intensifies, inclusive disaster planning becomes essential.
Filmmaker: Larry Landrie
Larry Landrie is retired from a 40-year career with the Department of Veterans Affairs. He is admin for the Facebook group, Worldwide Wheelchair Photographers. Read more about Larry Landrie
The Hottest Decade
SAMOA: In the hottest decade ever recorded, extreme heat is worsening health conditions and making it unsafe for Pacific Islanders with disabilities to go outside, cutting into their ability to work.
Filmmaker: Faaolo Utumapu-Utailesolo
Faaolo Utumapu-Utailesolo is the Program Officer for the Pacific Island Countries for the Disability Rights Fund and the Disability Rights Advocacy Fund. Read more about Faaolo Utumapu-Utailesolo
Flood Risks Rising
RWANDA: In May 2023, floods ravaged Rwanda, claiming lives and leaving many, like Florentine Mukantagwera, trapped and at risk. Her story shows the urgent need for inclusive disaster planning.
Filmmaker: Francine Uwayisaba
Francine Uwayisaba is a field officer at Rwanda Union of Little People (RULP) and is in charge of the organization’s communications. Read more about Francine Uwayisaba