Documentary Film “Riza”

There are over 20 million informal waste workers (often called “waste pickers”) around the world who recycle over half of the world’s collected waste. In this intimate film we meet one of them: Riza, a mother of four in Manila, Philippines. Largely unnoticed or ignored, she navigates her bicycle and side cart through hectic traffic every day, collecting recyclables to resell to make ends meet. This human interest and environmental justice film shines a light on the working conditions of waste collectors, their critical contributions to the circular economy and what it takes to survive.

Honest and unabashed, Riza asks us to take a closer look and challenges our assumptions about who matters. Watch the trailer.

We are looking for sponsors and individuals to support us in raising $35K to complete editing and get it seen. Now in partnership with fiscal sponsor and social impact group SIMA STUDIOS, donations are tax deductible. Do you know a sponsor (minimum $5K gift) whose mission aligns with the film? Would you like to help us finish the film? Make an impact by going here: https://lnkd.in/grHRMhFd

Email Director Stephanie Foerster to find out more.