Life-Sized Animal Puppets Journey 12,400 Miles to Inspire Climate Action
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📰 The quick summary: Life-sized animal puppets from ‘The Herds’ art initiative have embarked on a 12,400-mile journey across 20 cities to raise climate crisis awareness through emotional connection rather than scientific facts.
📈 One key stat: The Herds will travel 12,400 miles through 20 cities in just four months, engaging approximately 2,000 people who will learn to create their own animal puppets along the way.
💬 One key quote: “The idea is to put in front of people that there is an emergency – not with scientific facts, but with emotions,” said Sarah Desbois, producer of The Herds Senegal.
1️⃣ The big picture: An innovative public art initiative called ‘The Herds’ has launched a massive climate awareness campaign featuring life-sized animal puppets traveling from central Africa to the Arctic Circle. Starting in Kinshasa on April 10th, these intricately crafted puppets will journey 12,400 miles through 20 cities over four months. Created by The Walk Productions, the same nonprofit behind the acclaimed Little Amal refugee puppet project, The Herds aims to spark dialogue about climate change through emotional connection rather than scientific data. In each location, local volunteers learn to construct their own animal puppets from recycled materials, spreading both the message and the artistic technique.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: This creative approach to climate activism engages communities through art and emotion rather than statistics, making complex environmental issues more accessible and personal. The project connects diverse communities across continents, fostering a sense of global solidarity in addressing climate challenges. By teaching thousands of participants to create puppets from recycled materials, The Herds promotes sustainability while developing practical skills. The massive public displays in cities like Lagos have already drawn thousands of spectators, effectively bringing climate awareness to new audiences who might otherwise remain disconnected from environmental discourse. The initiative also highlights the connection between climate change and forced migration, bringing attention to this crucial humanitarian aspect.
3️⃣ What’s next: After visiting Marrakesh, The Herds will continue through Casablanca and Rabat before entering Europe. The puppets will travel through Spain, France, Italy, England, and Scandinavia before reaching their final destination at the Arctic Circle in early August. Throughout the journey, local communities will continue creating their own animal puppets and organizing climate-focused events.
Read the full story here: EcoWatch – Herds of Life-Sized Animal Puppets Set Off on Climate Awareness Journey From Central Africa to the Arctic Circle
