BlueCommunities

The Program

Our BlueCommunities Network is made up of local organizations that are using our participatory film impact model to scale their circular projects. Using film as the tool, each BlueCommunity hosts multistakeholder dialogues around circular economy challenges that can uncover knowledge gaps and opportunities for collaboration.

Each dialogue is part of an iterative process, as we provide analysis and feedback after every session so that the next dialogue can build upon the findings of the previous. In this way, members don’t just raise awareness, they build structured pathways for collaboration that help scale their own circular economy projects.

This local momentum connects into global change. Through our analysis and global network, Blue Communities link their initiatives to municipal policy, national debates, and international collaborations. What begins as a film dialogue in one community becomes part of a collective effort tackling systemic barriers to a circular economy worldwide. By adopting this participatory model, members scale their projects while contributing to a movement that transforms local innovation into global impact.

Resources for Dialogues and Impact

What BlueCommunities receive:

Access to Film Library. SEE Positive Change and screening licences.

Film Library Moderator Guide. Step-by-step instructions for facilitators to confidently lead discussions.
Dialogue Guidelines. Clear principles that ensure conversations remain respectful, inclusive, and focused.
Easy-to-Follow Dialogue Scripts. Designed so anyone, regardless of experience, can guide a productive conversation.
Dialogue Reports. Templates to capture insights and next steps, helping track progress and impact.
Global Network. Connect with other BlueCommunities working on circular projects around the world.

As part of the BlueCommunities Network, each community gains access to dialogue resources developed in partnership with Living Room Conversations, an American NGO recognized for creating inclusive and effective conversation frameworks. These tools make it simple to host meaningful discussions alongside film screenings, helping to spark connection, understanding, and collaboration around scaling circular economy projects.

Case Studies

Film is helping to scale circular projects and sparking new local initiatives.

Advancing Chile's Circular Economy 2040 Roadmap

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions.

Non-profits, companies, universities, student groups, or community organizations interested in using film to spark dialogue and action. We especially welcome those working on circular economy solutions or looking to scale their impact.
It means joining a global network of organizations committed to addressing the root causes of environmental issues. Members host at least six film-based dialogues each year. These conversations build on each other to deepen understanding, involve key actors, and find effective systemic solutions.
The dialogue recordings are shared with Plastic Oceans International, who create reports that help guide future dialogues and strengthen members’ impact.
- Access to a curated film library
- Toolkits for facilitation and fundraising
- Discussion guides and capacity-building workshops
- Strategic reports from your dialogues that highlight barriers, knowledge gaps, and opportunities for scaling impact
- Global visibility and connections with allies, collaborators, and supporters
Members share audio/video recordings of their dialogues and take part in strategic outcome meetings. These are analyzed into reports that help you design effective action plans.
Organizations go through an interview to ensure alignment and readiness to act. After acceptance, new members have a three-month trial period before fully joining the network.
The reports you receive guide future dialogues, give a clear picture of your community, promote the involvement of key actors, and point to effective solutions. This process helps strengthen collaborations, expand impact, and connect your community with a global network of supporters.