I am interested in: media framing, visual aesthetics and counternarratives (also artistic practices) of (im)mobilities, climate change and their nexus.

elena.giacomelli4@unibo.it

Syed Hasnain Raza is an award-winning environmental filmmaker, educator, and storyteller dedicated to raising awareness about pressing environmental issues through visual storytelling. With over a decade of experience in the field, his work spans wildlife conservation, climate change, renewable energy, and environmental justice. He is the founder of MPCEN (Media Project on Conservation Environment and Nature) and the Pakistan International Wildlife and Eco Film Festival (PIWEFF), initiatives that highlight his commitment to using media as a tool for advocacy and education. Syed’s filmmaking journey is marked by a deep passion for capturing the intersection between human communities and the natural world. His ability to craft compelling narratives that connect science, ecology, and human stories has earned him recognition on both national and international platforms. Notable projects include his documentary *The Sun Bear Project*, which was officially selected at the WCFF in Hollywood and the SOFA Film Festival. The film highlighted the endangered sun bears in Malaysia and underscored the urgent need for wildlife conservation. As a National Geographic Educator and a member of the IUCN CEC, Syed brings a unique blend of educational expertise and filmmaking skills to his projects. He has collaborated with globally renowned organizations such as WWF, NatGeo, and Smithsonian, where his work focused on creating documentaries and educational materials that drive public engagement on critical environmental issues. His film *Dethroned*, made in collaboration with Terramatter Studios and Four Motion Films, examines the socio-political and environmental impacts of deforestation, further cementing his reputation as a powerful voice in environmental filmmaking. In addition to his filmmaking achievements, Syed has been involved in significant climate-related activities. He was selected for the prestigious International School on Climate Mobility (ISCM) fellowship, where he collaborated with global experts to explore climate resilience and mobility. His work with PRIED on energy transitions and his documentary on Lahore's Smog Crisis, produced for the ICFJ, highlight his commitment to addressing urban environmental challenges in Pakistan. Syed’s journalism also extends to his involvement in the Green Narrative Media Initiative (GNMI) fellowship, as well as his work with the MMFD fellowship, focusing on media entrepreneurship. Syed’s expertise in ocean conservation is reflected in his collaboration with Adex Singapore, where he contributed to ocean advocacy efforts. He has delivered lectures on wildlife filmmaking at the Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival (KLEFF) and has taken on the role of Director for International Partnerships with VidaVert Film Festival, further expanding his global impact. Recently, he presented a talk during LA Climate Week, sharing insights on climate storytelling and advocacy. Syed Hasnain Raza's work continues to bridge the gap between environmental science and public understanding, using the power of film to inspire action and foster dialogue. His unique approach to storytelling, coupled with his unwavering commitment to environmental advocacy, positions him as a leading figure in the world of environmental filmmaking.Syed Hasnain Raza is an award-winning environmental filmmaker, educator, and storyteller dedicated to raising awareness about pressing environmental issues through visual storytelling. With over a decade of experience in the field, his work spans wildlife conservation, climate change, renewable energy, and environmental justice. He is the founder of MPCEN (Media Project on Conservation Environment and Nature) and the Pakistan International Wildlife and Eco Film Festival (PIWEFF), initiatives that highlight his commitment to using media as a tool for advocacy and education. Syed’s filmmaking journey is marked by a deep passion for capturing the intersection between human communities and the natural world. His ability to craft compelling narratives that connect science, ecology, and human stories has earned him recognition on both national and international platforms. Notable projects include his documentary *The Sun Bear Project*, which was officially selected at the WCFF in Hollywood and the SOFA Film Festival. The film highlighted the endangered sun bears in Malaysia and underscored the urgent need for wildlife conservation. As a National Geographic Educator and a member of the IUCN CEC, Syed brings a unique blend of educational expertise and filmmaking skills to his projects. He has collaborated with globally renowned organizations such as WWF, NatGeo, and Smithsonian, where his work focused on creating documentaries and educational materials that drive public engagement on critical environmental issues. His film *Dethroned*, made in collaboration with Terramatter Studios and Four Motion Films, examines the socio-political and environmental impacts of deforestation, further cementing his reputation as a powerful voice in environmental filmmaking. In addition to his filmmaking achievements, Syed has been involved in significant climate-related activities. He was selected for the prestigious International School on Climate Mobility (ISCM) fellowship, where he collaborated with global experts to explore climate resilience and mobility. His work with PRIED on energy transitions and his documentary on Lahore's Smog Crisis, produced for the ICFJ, highlight his commitment to addressing urban environmental challenges in Pakistan. Syed’s journalism also extends to his involvement in the Green Narrative Media Initiative (GNMI) fellowship, as well as his work with the MMFD fellowship, focusing on media entrepreneurship. Syed’s expertise in ocean conservation is reflected in his collaboration with Adex Singapore, where he contributed to ocean advocacy efforts. He has delivered lectures on wildlife filmmaking at the Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival (KLEFF) and has taken on the role of Director for International Partnerships with VidaVert Film Festival, further expanding his global impact. Recently, he presented a talk during LA Climate Week, sharing insights on climate storytelling and advocacy. Syed Hasnain Raza's work continues to bridge the gap between environmental science and public understanding, using the power of film to inspire action and foster dialogue. His unique approach to storytelling, coupled with his unwavering commitment to environmental advocacy, positions him as a leading figure in the world of environmental filmmaking.

I am a PhD Researcher at the VUB (Free University of Brussels), affiliated at Brussels Institute for Social and Population Studies and previously fellow at the Political Ecology Lab of the Universitat de Barcelona School of Economics. I'm a scholar in social demography and the interplay of population dynamics and socio-ecological change. I conduct research on Malthusian thinking and framing, and the political economy and ecology of migration. My research lies at the intersection of demography, human geography, political economy and ecology, with a focus on the relationship between population growth and pressure, economic development and international migration on the one hand and the political and public discourse on (climate) migration on the other. I am a columnist and the author of the book 'Consuming like rabbits. The (still persisting) Myth of Overpopulation' in which I correct the dominant narrative about overpopulation and shifts the focus to the core of the (climate) problem: overconsumption and the need for a paradigm shift. I have also been appointed as an expert in the States General for Just Transition by the Belgian Minister for Climate, Environment, Sustainable Development and the Green Deal.

I look forward to join this network and discover the work of all participants!

M: soumaya.majdoub@vub.be

I am curator of the international exhibition "Connections. Collaborative imaginaries of territories in change across Europe" (2022) and the short-documentary "Frontières (in)visibles", with Iranian artist Ali Zareghanatnowi (2024).

https://www.unibo.it/sitoweb/melissa.moralli2/

I'm currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, funded by the Catalina Ruiz Programme. My research focuses on migration, climate change, and religion, combining quantitative approaches — such as fuzzy-hybrid models, topic modelling, and efficiency analysis — to explore how social and environmental factors shape mobility and integration.

Right now, I'm particularly interested in examining how political and media discourses narrate climate-driven migration across Europe and the Americas, and how these narratives connect to broader debates on sustainability and social cohesion.

Email: alessandro.indelicato@ulpgc.es