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Mireia holds a degree in Humanities and has furthered her education with postgraduate degrees in Museums and Education from the University of Barcelona and in Cultural Project Management from Pompeu Fabra University. Since 2000, she has been associated with the “la Caixa” Foundation, where she has built a distinguished career in the cultural sector.
Currently, she serves as the Director of CaixaForum+, the online platform for audiovisual content dedicated to culture and science. Her work focuses on the production and selection of over 1,500 cultural and scientific contents, including series, podcasts, documentaries, films, interviews, and concerts. Thanks to her vision and commitment, these contents are accessible from mobile devices, the web, and smart TVs, bringing knowledge and culture to a wide and diverse audience.

Pablo Chehebar graduated from the Image and Sound Design program at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He has built a professional career as an Assistant Director in advertising and film projects. In 2012, together with Nicolás Iacouzzi, he founded METICHE FILMS, a production company specializing in documentaries. Their films have premiered in numerous theaters and have been selected for distribution on major streaming platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video, among others. These films have been showcased at prestigious festivals, including BAFICI, SUNCINE, DOC MX, CINE LATINO TOULOUSE, FIDBA, MARATEALE, and the Toronto Latin Film Festival. In 2023, his film ZOOFOBIA received the SOL DE ORO, the highest award at the SUNCINE festival. He is currently in post-production for DINOLANDIA, his fourth collaborative project.

Tonje Hessen Schei is a documentary filmmaker known for tackling global issues related to power, technology, and human rights. Her films explore topics like the CIA's drone war, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the rise of evangelical fundamentalism in the U.S., encouraging audiences to critically engage with these complex subjects.
In 2010, she became the director of the Human Rights Human Wrongs Film Festival, and in 2016, she delivered a TEDx talk on the use of gamers as drone pilots. Her work has been featured by major platforms like BBC, CNN, and Al Jazeera. In 2020, she received the Chicken & Egg Award for her contributions to social change. Through her films, Tonje continues to inspire critical reflection on the pressing issues of our time.

Joan, a lawyer with over two decades of experience in sustainability and energy, is an Associate Professor of Energy Law at URV. He now focuses on energy transition as a partner at SAMSO, leading projects to transform the sector towards cleaner models. Previously, he directed the IDAE, promoting key policies in renewable energy and energy efficiency in Spain.

Magda Calabrese and Richard Zubelzu (Objetivo Family) are a prominent creative duo in documentary filmmaking and audiovisual production. Magda, a multidisciplinary artist and filmmaker graduated in Fine Arts from Complutense University of Madrid, has developed a unique style that highlights social and cultural realities. Richard, born in Reinosa in 1978, began his career as a camera operator, specializing in reports on drug trafficking and immigration.
Since 2013, they have collaborated on projects such as Repormadrid TV and their production company, Objetivo Family Films, founded in 2014. Together, they address social and environmental issues, with notable works including El sueño del oro negro and SAUDADE. Richard has also been recognized as a photojournalist and has joined the Academy of Cinema of Spain, solidifying his place in the audiovisual landscape.

Holds degrees in Law and Art History with a Master's in Museography (1997). A member of the Museum Curators Corps since 2005. She has worked at the Ministry of Culture, the Prado, and Reina Sofía museums, and collaborated with institutions like Rome’s National Gallery. Her research focuses on heritage and women artists' visibility. She directed the Miró Museum (2012-2015) and is currently Head of the Cultural Activities Department at AECID.

Carmina Balaguer is a journalist and documentary filmmaker focused on how territories shape identity. After six years in Latin America, she advocates for indigenous cultures for a sustainable future. Her documentary La Pantalla Andina has been selected in 36 festivals, winning 8 awards. She contributes to outlets like National Geographic and works on new film projects.

Aldo Farrugia is the founder of Comunal, a social ans environmental impact agency. A Marketing graduate with sustainability training, he has worked with over 60 NGOs. In 2023, he ran the Mexico City marathon blindfolded, raising over 500,000 MXN for children with retinoblastoma and earned a Guinness World Record. He hosts the "Comunal Podcast."

Roser Canela-Mas has worked in international TV and film production. She holds a degree in Sustainability from the University of Leeds and contributed to the Albert project, led by BAFTA, helping productions reduce their ecological footprint. She developed the Albert tool, a carbon footprint calculator and sustainability certification. Currently, she works at ITV Studios (Global), overseeing the group’s environmental initiatives and promoting content that encourages audiences to adopt sustainable choices.

Mariana is a director, screenwriter, and art director. An engineer and filmmaker, she teaches at the Rosario Film School and has worked on over 80 projects, including documentaries and commercials. Notable works include Pintando de Amarillo, Cine Negro, and a trilogy with Eduardo Galeano. Her career, recognized with over 100 awards, reflects her social and environmental commitment.

Passionate about nature, he is a Forest Management Technician with a Master’s in Environmental Studies. He has worked in his own sustainable management company and at the Catalunya La Pedrera Foundation. Currently, he focuses on wildlife conservation, especially amphibians, insects, and wild herbivores, and works as a mountain guide and nature photographer. He organizes the Nature Conservation Days in La Seu d'Urgell.

Natalia holds a degree in International Relations and a Master's in Corporate Social Responsibility. She is an environmentalist and filmmaker focused on sustainability in cinema. She has worked as a climate consultant and Eco Assistant on Això No És Suècia. She is currently the Eco Manager for HARTA and works in the Sustainability Department at 3Cat.