Opening our eyes - a project by Gail Mooney and Erin Kelly

Erin and Gail - Source 

Last week Friday the European Summit for Global Transformation opened with an excerpt of a documentary that was not finished. Pretty unusual, right? At first I thought that was a bold move, but there might be something in the documentary that was worth seeing if this excerpt was shown on the opening night of such a reunion.

Let me say that I was not disappointed, far from it. I was left wanting to see more! But what is this all about?

This documentary, entitled "Opening our eyes", is a project by photographer and filmmaker Gail Mooney and her daughter Erin Kelly. They travelled the world for 99 days, roaming 6 continents, shooting a film about change makers, people who are changing the world every day. Ordinary people doing extraordinary things, like Maggie Doyne who has built and opened a home for 30 kids in Nepal (and opened a school - but don't worry, she will get her own post :-)), and 9 others who do a tremendous job of making a difference in their own community or the community they chose.

As I mentioned above, the documentary is not finished, and Gail is currently busy mounting and editing. I personally can't wait to see the full length documentary, and hopefully it will be distributed globally through as many channels as possible, so as many people as possible can see it and in turn be inspired to help or make a positive difference in their community or the community they choose. 

But for now, Gail and Erin need some support to complete the project, and all of us can contribute a little. I know what you're going to say: "Ok but how?". Easy! Go here and you will not only be able to view the ten-minute trailer, but also pledge a few dollars to help out. For the time being all you have to do back the project, and only if the goal of 7500 USD is reached will you have to actually give the amount you pledged. And you can get the DVD of the documentary, what's not to like about it?

If you want to find out more about the documentary and its subjects, you can check out the project's blog, and you can also read Gail's blog. You won't be disappointed either :)

THANK YOU!