Rishi VakilOn February 26, 2025, The Impact Lounge hosted the inaugural Lumen Awards at Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica, California. This event honored individuals and organizations making significant contributions to wildlife relief efforts.
Celebrating Changemakers
The Lumen Awards recognized a diverse group of honorees, including environmental activists, filmmakers, and nonprofit organizations dedicated to wildlife conservation. Among the awardees was filmmaker Lucy Walker, acknowledged for her documentary “Bring Your Own Brigade,” which explores the causes and prevention of wildfires. In a recent statement, Walker expressed gratitude for the recognition of her work highlighting wildfire issues.
Event Highlights
The ceremony featured keynote speeches from environmental leaders, panel discussions on innovative approaches to wildlife conservation, and screenings of short films showcasing successful relief initiatives. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with honorees and participate in collaborative discussions aimed at fostering future projects. Building on the success of this inaugural event, The Impact Lounge plans to make the Lumen Awards an annual celebration, continually highlighting and supporting those dedicated to making a positive impact on wildlife and the environment. The event was graced by Dolores Huerta, Juanita Chávez, Barbara Martinez, Ivette Rodriguez, Myles Bullock, Jeff Hermann, Chris Sanders, Michelle Satter, Ondi Timoner, John Clarke Mills, Charis Michelsen, Avery Colvert, Kimber Leigh Mowery and Tara Gurlides.
