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The Art of Being Human Movement

$600 of $80,000 goal
Given by 4 generous donors in 20 days

Are we so busy building a life, we've forgotten how to live it? A documentary and global movement helping people reconnect with what matters

Auckland

Have we become so busy building a life that we've forgotten how to live it?

We are living through a paradox: We have never been more connected, yet loneliness is rising. We have never had more technology, convenience and opportunity, yet burnout, stress and exhaustion have become defining features of modern life.

We are constantly connected, constantly available and constantly consuming information. We are achieving more than ever before, but many people feel disconnected from themselves, from each other and from what matters most.

Somewhere along the way, we learned how to optimise almost everything except what it means to be human. The Art of Being Human is a global movement to spark a conversation about the future we want to create, one where progress and humanity can coexist. A future where wellbeing is valued alongside achievement. Where success is measured not only by what we accomplish, but by how deeply we connect, belong and live.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pace of modern life, questioned what success is costing us, or wondered whether there might be a better way to live, then you're already part of this conversation.

As the director of this project, we have self funded the research and capturing footage and stories. Your support will help fund taking it into the world.

By donating, you're not simply supporting a project. You're becoming a partner and seeding a movement dedicated to a more human future that can create global change.

Use of funds

Post-production of a globally relevant documentary (editing and formatting) - total cost $100k but part funded already

Community conversations and engagement programmes (venue, catering, and equipment for events, screenings, and workshops)- $45k

Development of the movement platform (launch, PR and screening) - $25k

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Arahni
Arahni 6 days ago
$300
Jess Stuart

thanks so much, really appreciate your support

Jess Stuart
Wenz
Wenz on 05 Jul 2026
Behind you all the way Jess x
$150
Jess Stuart

thanks so much, really appreciate your support

Jess Stuart
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Guest Donor on 27 Jun 2026
$50
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Private Donor on 27 Jun 2026
$100

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This campaign started on 22 Jun 2026 and ends on 22 Dec 2026.