By Iesha Baldwin, Vice President of Membership
Happy Earth Day! In celebration of Earth Day 2025, the United Nations Association of Atlanta hosted a heartfelt screening of Wall-E, the beloved animated film by The Walt Disney Company, at the Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon. While it may be categorized as a family film, Wall-E speaks volumes to people of all ages.
Happy Earth Day! In celebration of Earth Day 2025, the United Nations Association of Atlanta hosted a heartfelt screening of Wall-E, the beloved animated film by The Walt Disney Company, at the Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon. While it may be categorized as a family film, Wall-E speaks volumes to people of all ages.
Screening of the movie Wall-E at Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon (April 21) Photo/Iesha Baldwin The film offers a gripping, emotional portrayal of a world ravaged by carelessness, overconsumption, and environmental neglect. Through the eyes of a lonely little robot left to clean up Earth’s waste, we’re reminded of just how much damage can be done when we prioritize convenience over care. But more importantly, Wall-E also presents a message of hope. It shows us that with heart, determination, and the help of technology, restoration is possible. Robotics and innovation, when guided by ethical intentions, can become tools for healing both our planet and our relationships with one another.
What truly touched me and made me shed a tear was the atmosphere in the room. The audience was a beautiful blend of cultures, backgrounds, and generations. From curious kindergarteners experiencing the film for the first time to elders who have witnessed firsthand the evolution of our environmental challenges, we sat side by side, laughing, gasping, and reflecting together. In that space, it was clear: this is what our world needs more of.
What truly touched me and made me shed a tear was the atmosphere in the room. The audience was a beautiful blend of cultures, backgrounds, and generations. From curious kindergarteners experiencing the film for the first time to elders who have witnessed firsthand the evolution of our environmental challenges, we sat side by side, laughing, gasping, and reflecting together. In that space, it was clear: this is what our world needs more of.
From left: Alma Jean Billingslea, UNA-ATL member, Iesha Baldwin UNA-ATL VP of Membership, Molly Read Woo, UNA-ATL member We need more moments of shared learning, more intergenerational storytelling, and more opportunities to be in community --connected not only to each other but also to the Earth. Events like this one serve as reminders that solving our global environmental and social problems requires collective action. No one is too young, too old, or too different to make a difference.
If Wall-E teaches us anything, it’s that it’s never too late to change course. And if today’s audience teaches us anything, it’s that the change we need begins with unity, compassion, and the courage to care.
If you're interested in learning more about how technology can create a better world, I invite you to tune in to the UNA AI & SDG Series. I'll be speaking on May 21st from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM EST—sharing insights on how artificial intelligence and innovation can support the Sustainable Development Goals.
RSVP here: UNA Youth Affinity Group AI for SDGs Series Conversation Circles
And if you're passionate about intergenerational communities and want to be part of the UNA-ATL intergenerational family, become a member and attend our events!
If Wall-E teaches us anything, it’s that it’s never too late to change course. And if today’s audience teaches us anything, it’s that the change we need begins with unity, compassion, and the courage to care.
If you're interested in learning more about how technology can create a better world, I invite you to tune in to the UNA AI & SDG Series. I'll be speaking on May 21st from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM EST—sharing insights on how artificial intelligence and innovation can support the Sustainable Development Goals.
RSVP here: UNA Youth Affinity Group AI for SDGs Series Conversation Circles
And if you're passionate about intergenerational communities and want to be part of the UNA-ATL intergenerational family, become a member and attend our events!
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