12 August 2022
Cineplexx Maribor

On the occasion of the International Youth Day, 12 August, the Association EPEKA, Soc. Ent., organised an event as part of the EU YOUTH CINEMA: GREEN TALK project.

The event took place at Cineplexx Maribor (Na Poljanah 18, 2000 Maribor). The event was free of charge. After the screening of the short films, a discussion focused on questioning solidarity among young people. The project is co-funded by Creative Europe, Media.

2022 is the European Year of Young People, who are essential for a better future – a greener, more inclusive and digital Europe. With many opportunities to learn, share visions, meet people and take part in activities across Europe, the European Year of Young People is a chance to build confidence and hope for a post-pandemic future. See what the European Year has in store for you and join #EYY2022!

EU Youth Cinema: Green Deal is an innovative project dedicated to a sustainable Europe, presenting the European Union’s green objectives in a cinematic context. The project contributes to the appreciation and understanding of the EU Green Deal among young viewers and provides a platform for a multicultural approach to the Green Agenda. The project engages young audiences in particular, addressing environmental challenges and promoting green activities and lifestyles. The project will offer a programme of film and educational activities for young people and teachers over a 24-month period (2022-2024). Film screenings and streaming content will be accompanied by didactic material and thematically linked discussions, workshops and lectures. Cineplexx Slovenia is the cinema partner and supporter of the EU Youth Cinema: Green Deal project in Slovenia.

About the films in annex.

The Association EPEKA, Soc. Ent., is supported by: