In a world where forests are disappearing and the climate is shifting, an extraordinary story of hope unfolds in southern Brazil: For decades, one family has worked tirelessly to restore and protect the Atlantic Forest – one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Driven by their personal commitment, they founded the environmental organization Apremavi – and have achieved remarkable impact: 10 million planted trees, species returning, and vibrant habitats emerging. Now, daughter Carolina Schaffer carries the mission forward, facing the growing challenges of climate change. Although the Atlantic Forest of Brazil has been largely destroyed, it holds incredible potential for regeneration — and this family is proving what dedication and vision can accomplish.
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Brazil's Forest Makers – How One Family Is Rebuilding a Landscape
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Catégorie : Préservation de la biodiversité
Pays : Germany
Catégorie : Préservation de la biodiversité
Pays : Germany
Commanditaire : Deutsche Welle
Producteur : Deutsche Welle
Réalisateur : Vanessa Fischer
Durée : 0:19:28
Producteur : Deutsche Welle
Réalisateur : Vanessa Fischer
Durée : 0:19:28
Résumé
In a world where forests are disappearing and the climate is shifting, an extraordinary story of hope unfolds in southern Brazil: For decades, one family has worked tirelessly to restore and protect the Atlantic Forest – one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Driven by their personal commitment, they founded the environmental organization Apremavi – and have achieved remarkable impact: 10 million planted trees, species returning, and vibrant habitats emerging. Now, daughter Carolina Schaffer carries the mission forward, facing the growing challenges of climate change. Although the Atlantic Forest of Brazil has been largely destroyed, it holds incredible potential for regeneration — and this family is proving what dedication and vision can accomplish.Objectif
The Global Us series highlights positive role models and inspires viewers by showing human-driven, constructive responses to environmental challenges. Instead of doom and gloom, it focuses on solutions, resilience, and action while providing context on the issues facing the planet. The goal is to raise awareness and empower audiences with a sense of possibility through hopeful, accessible storytelling. The target audience is primarily young, urban, educated, and diverse 25–40-year-olds in North and South America, especially internationally minded viewers interested in global issues and social impact. Through DW's multilingual YouTube channels, the series is widely adapted and distributed, reaching broad and culturally diverse audiences.