Inspiring film to surf into Torquay

AN inspiring new documentary exploring women’s rights, environmental activism and surfing will be screened in Torquay this month.

Ceibo will be premiered at Bells Beach Brewing on April 16.

Leading Australian gender equality advocate Lucy Small joins Ecuadorian born surfer-activist Pacha Light to look at the lives of women shaping the future of Ecuador’s lands and waters.

From land rights struggles in the Andes and Amazon, to the fight to protect the Galapagos Islands, Ceibo sheds light on women powering forward for the future.

 

Ms Small shared her excitement for sharing this story with viewers in Torquay.

“For so many years growing up as a surfer I had no one to aspire to be because surf films and magazines were filled with male surfers

“I am so proud to share this important story that brings to the foreground the compelling and beautiful narratives of women in Ecuador, a country that has achieved so much in the protection of some of the world’s most unique natural wonders.”

Co-star Pacha Light said she always dreamed about finding a way to showcase the life force of her birth country.

 

“Witnessing this collection of inspiring stories from young women and by young women, gives me hope – in activism, in relationships, in loss, Indigenous wisdoms and the strength of community.

“These stories are woven together by the love of the sea and reclaiming spaces through joyful play.

“To share my personal heritage, learning and embracing what it means to be an Ecuadorian woman throughout the filming of Ceibo has been nothing short of empowering.”

The Torquay event will also include a panel discussion with Lucy Small and Pacha Light.

For tickets, head to Humantix.