Screening for Peace: Colette and Justin

Though colonialism is often presented as a thing of the past, its history and legacy continue to impact millions of people around the world. The wounds it caused still feel fresh for many communities and individuals. Even for those born after colonialism who did not experience it firsthand, their personal stories are often inevitably intertwined with the struggles and oppression endured by generations of their ancestors. These communities also frequently continue to suffer from the tensions, conflicts, and interferences that former colonies have grappled with since colonial powers withdrew. Those who migrated—whether escaping persecution, violence, retribution, or seeking a better life—often carry this legacy with them, while also facing the additional challenge of being accepted elsewhere, and finding a new place for themselves, across countries and cultures. The legacy of colonialism remains, to this day, a significant obstacle hindering individuals, communities, and nations in their journey to peace, an issue that peacebuilding efforts have sometimes failed to fully recognize and address.  

This event is organized in partnership with the Geneva International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights (FIFDH), whose 23rd edition will take place from March 7 to 16, 2025 in Geneva.