Tami Island: A Journey Through Time and Tide

Synopsis:
Tami Island, a remote and vibrant atoll in Finschhafen, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea, harbors a history and culture rich in tradition and resilience. This documentary film weaves together the island’s past, present, and future, exploring its cultural heritage, environmental challenges, and the indomitable spirit of its people. Through personal interviews with islanders such as Allan Paniu, a dedicated head teacher, and Kiniwa Sam, a health worker committed to the well-being of the community, the film highlights their struggles and perseverance in maintaining their traditions while addressing modern-day issues. From the ancient art of canoe-making to the challenges posed by climate change, "Tami Island: A Journey Through Time and Tide" invites viewers on an intimate voyage to discover the enduring legacy of a people shaped by the forces of nature and time.

https://youtu.be/DGB932Yf-PE?si=c3TO6MuqCb2Uotwi

• Tami Island, Finschaffen District, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea , Papua New Guinea

• Refugees and internally displaced people
• Remote and rural communities

In scaling up, this project will be replicated in the Carteret Island of Autonomous Bougainville Region of Papua New Guinea. This particular island has been inundated. As a result, it's inhabitants were forced to relocate to the main island of Bougainville. Their communities were displaced as a result of climate change triggering global warming and rising sea levels.

This project is focused on the intersection of Internet Governance and Climate Change. It is sustainable because we have the local capacity to progress the continuity of this project. However, that will very much depend on laising with the local and national government including the international donor community. Therefore, we seek to forge new strategic partnership to foster resilience in the Pacific Islands Countries which are on the brink of inundation.

This particular project is focused on leveraging digital technology as a Climate Adaptation Strategy to foster resilience in the face of rising sea levels posing existential threat to local people. The emphasis is placed on the role of media in digital technology to archive data of sinking islands in the Metaverse.