Future Council | SCEG Environmental Film Series

Youth-led courage, corporate accountability, and shaping the future of environmental action.

About This Event

What happens when the next generation demands a seat at the table to challenge corporate environmental impact?

Join the Surf Coast Environment Group (SCEG) for the inspiring finale of our 2026 Environmental Film Series, centered on the theme of Environmental Activists and Action.

We are screening the acclaimed documentary Future Council (2024), paired with a special presentation by our community partners, Parents for Climate.

Discover how young people are confronting global leaders, learn how local families are driving climate action on the Surf Coast, and connect with fellow residents over a light supper.

What’s Included in Your Ticket

Feature Documentary Screening: A presentation of Future Council (2024).
Local Partner Presentation: Hear directly from Parents for Climate about local grassroots campaigns, family-led activism, and community energy.
Light Supper: Enjoy local food during intermissions and social time.
Community Connection: Network with local activists, families, and neighbours eager to build a sustainable future.

Shorts and Feature

People Places (2025) (3min)

The People Places of the Jan Juc Coast Action Group, by local filmmaker, Scotty McClimont, Juc Media and feature original music by a local composer, Callum Watson.

Future Council (2024) (77min)

Future Council follows a group of passionate, outspoken children from around the globe who form a "Future Council" to challenge executive boardrooms and global leaders on climate inaction. Powerful, humorous, and deeply moving, the film highlights the sharp clarity and relentless drive of youth advocating for systemic change and corporate responsibility.

Special Guest: Parents for Climate

Following the film, representatives from Parents for Climate will share how local families and citizens are taking action on the Surf Coast.

They will discuss their ongoing campaigns, practical strategies for empowering young people without climate anxiety, and how everyday residents can contribute to meaningful local climate policy and environmental protection.

Event Schedule

6:30 PM: Doors Open & Welcome
7:00 PM: Feature Film Screening: Future Council
8:30 PM: Light Supper Served
8:50 PM: Presentation & Q&A: Parents for Climate
9:30 PM: Evening Concludes

Venue & Date Information

Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM (Event runs 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
Venue: Torquay Improvement Association (TIA) Main Hall
Address: Price Street, Torquay VIC

Tickets & Pricing

SCEG Members: Free Priority Access (RSVP required)
General Community: Free / Suggested Donation

Note: Seating is limited! Please reserve your free ticket in advance to secure your spot and help us plan catering for the light supper.

Thank you for supporting SCEG! If you would like to join us, become a member or donate to help us continue our vital work, please visit us at: www.sceg.org.au

We are a 100% volunteer community organisation, so it would be a huge help to follow, like, comment and share our work on socials, Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin ...Thank you!

*Please note some details of the event may change at our discretion.

*Please note photography and filming will conducted on the night for SCEG marketing purposes and help share awareness of our vital environmental work, but let us know if you don't want to be photographed or filmed.

Contact the host of Environmental Film Series 2026 October 23rd: Future Environmental Leaders

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