Maxima

Claudia Sparrow/2019/53 min/People & Cultures, Social Justice, Historical Perspectives, Water

FILM DESCRIPTION: “Maxima” follows Peruvian indigenous farmer Máxima Acuña in her fight to protect her land as she stands up to the largest gold producer in the world: US-based Newmont Mining Corporation. Throughout Máxima’s fight for justice, the film provides an illustrative case study in the tactics used by transnational corporations to commit human rights violations and environmental crimes, the role played by non-profits and The World Bank, and, ultimately, the resilience of one woman who refuses to back down.

This film will follow “Becoming Ruby.

Monday, March 8, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Central Standard Time
International Women’s Day

Tickets available to U.S. viewers only.

After the screening, stay connected to discuss the film with:

Facilitator Reesheda Graham Washington, Principal, RGW Consulting; Chief Experience Officer, Live Cafe & Creative Space

Panelists:

  • Coach Robin Renee, GirlTrek Outdoor Trip Leader

  • Claudia Sparrow, Director, "Maxima"

  • Olga Bautista, President, Southeast Environmental Task Force

  • Yolanda Cortes, Pastoral Bíblica Claretiana de los Estados Unidos y Canadá

This event is sponsored by:

Betsy Grimm Waking Wellness: Support Maxima and her family, demanding Newmont drop its lawsuits and stop all harassment: https://www.standwithmaxima.com/get-involved

Calumet College of St. Joseph

Northwestern University: sustainNU encourages you to take action, exploring how you can reduce your impact where you live, work, and learn.

WBEZ and Vocalo: Stay informed with WBEZ Chicago, where we bring you the perspective and expertise you need to understand the world around you.