The Encampments

"The Encampments" chronicles the extraordinary journey of a group of students from Columbia University who initiated a grassroots movement in the form of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment on their university's lawn. This bold action aimed to pressure the institution into divesting from American and Israeli weapons companies implicated in human rights violations. As the encampment gains momentum and garners media attention, its central organizers find themselves under immense scrutiny, facing hostile police tactics and suspension from their studies while also dealing with pressure from congressional forces. Despite these challenges, they remain resolute in their pursuit of a more just world, demonstrating the power of youth activism against seemingly insurmountable odds. Their story serves as an inspiring reminder that collective action can drive change even in the face of adversity and opposition.