

Meeting the Ones Who Care is a documentary series that travels across France to meet local associations supporting children facing illness, disability, poverty, violence, or social exclusion.
Through intimate, on-the-ground storytelling, the film gives a voice to volunteers, families and children whose everyday acts of solidarity often remain unseen. Far from large international NGOs, it focuses on grassroots initiatives rooted in local communities — associations that act quietly, with humanity, creativity and resilience.
By capturing real moments of engagement, hope and connection, the film questions our relationship to solidarity today and reminds us that meaningful change often begins close to home.
Directed by Coralie Bonnaire (France)