Light Justice and Bird Migration: Call for Environmental Equity
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Join us for an enlightening evening during International Dark Sky Week as we explore the often-overlooked impacts of noise and light pollution on both people and wildlife. In partnership with Dark Sky Network San Diego Chapter and the Fleet Science Center, this event will highlight the urgent need for light justice—ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, has access to dark skies and a healthier environment.
Event Highlights
– Understanding Light Pollution & Bird Migration – A presentation by Cathy Handzel (Dark Sky Network) on how artificial light disrupts migratory birds and ecosystems.
– Environmental Equity & Light Justice – A discussion with Mwenda KudumuBiggs on the social and environmental impact of excessive artificial lighting.
– Mindful Birding Sessions – Learn how birdwatching fosters mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature.
– Native Planting Workshop – Discover how native plants create bird-friendly habitats and help restore biodiversity.
– Night Sky Star Party – Enjoy a stargazing experience and connect with the beauty of the universe.
At WorldBeat Cultural Center, we believe in holistic solutions to environmental challenges. Our Healing Peace Garden serves as a model for transforming noisy urban spaces into places of peace, while this event will inspire action against light pollution and promote greater awareness of its effects.
RSVP now and join us in creating a brighter future by keeping our skies dark.
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WorldBeat Cultural Center
WorldBeat Cultural CenterThis renovated 1 million gallon water tower on the edge of Balboa Park was repurposed and revitalized by the vision and hard work of Makeda Cheatom, the World Beat Center Team and the loving community that surrounds it. Over 23 years later it’s doors have been open every day to all people, regardless of color or creed, as a place to celebrate all cultures, all art, all music, all dance and all people. With the inside walls covered in murals by local artists brightly commemorating important leaders and historical cultures, there are multiple galleries and small shops within the building serving healthy local foods, locally sourced goods and a gallery of art and artifacts. Flags of all the nations are flying from the ceiling while the stage and dance floor have been host of hundreds of famous and upcoming acts, artists and events to the delight of tens of thousands of fans and attendees. Known throughout California and Mexico for its exterior murals celebrating Egyptian, African and Indigenous Cultures, the WorldBeat Center is leading as one of the most-important multicultural art and event centers in San Diego.