I am Greta

Aotea Square, scene of the School for Climate Change gathering in 2019, is the setting for this free, outdoor screening of the documentary I am Greta, coinciding with the celebration of Earth Day.

Greta Thunberg, a 15-year-old student in Sweden, started a school strike for the climate after asking adults 'if you don’t care about my future on earth, why should I care about my future in school?' Within months, her strike evolved into a global movement as the quiet teenager became a world-famous activist.

Before I Am Greta starts, arrive a little early and watch the inspiring new short film, Rise, screening at 5.45 pm. Meet the young Kiwi organisers of one of New Zealand’s biggest protest marches of a generation, and hear what motivated them to take action.

Container in the Square Cafe will be open and selling non-alcoholic beverages, as well as tasty eats and treats. We recommend bringing blankets and chairs to sit on to ensure a cosy experience!

Parents, please don't drop off or leave your children unsupervised at this event.