Bembridge Parish Council will be hosting an environmental awareness day on Saturday (18th April) at Bembridge Village Hall, running from 9am to 1pm.
The event is being delivered in partnership with a range of local groups working together to find practical ways to protect the environment and tackle climate change across the Island.
Residents are being invited to attend to find out what is already happening in Bembridge and across the Isle of Wight, as well as to share their own ideas and learn simple actions they can take to support nature locally.
A number of environmental organisations will be in attendance, including The Tree Council, Plastic Free Bembridge, Save Our Hedgehogs Isle of Wight, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, Bembridge Resilience Group and Greenpeace Isle of Wight.
Organisers say the aim is to build a stronger network of people and groups working together to make a positive difference for both the environment and the local community.
A screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing documentary will also take place at 10am in the back hall.
The 50-minute film follows the National Emergency Briefing held at Central Hall Westminster last November, where leading UK experts spoke to politicians and decision-makers about the impacts of climate and nature breakdown.
Following the screening, there will be a discussion on the issues raised and what actions can be taken locally.
Isle of Wight MP Joe Robertson is expected to attend the film and take part in the discussion afterwards.
Due to the nature of the content, the film is only suitable for those aged 16 and over.
Organisers are asking attendees to reserve a place in advance to help with planning.
Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available throughout the morning, and residents are encouraged to drop in, take part in the conversation, and find out more about local environmental work.
