Filmed over a 16-month period, the documentary premiered in Aruba on January 31, 2025, at The Movies Aruba, where it captivated the local community. It screened for six weeks, attracting a total of 1,846 viewers, a testament to the community’s strong interest in marine conservation. ACF also invited all of Aruba’s secondary schools to register their students for private screenings as parto of their education on Aruba’s nature. In total, 946 students from Colegio Arubano, Colegio Nigel Matthew, Colegio San Antonio, De Schakel College, Filomena College, International School of Aruba, Maria College Mavo, and Mon Plaisir Havo participated.

‘Turning the Tide’ documents the first-of-its-kind pilot project to restore Aruba’s mangroves and coral reefs, showcasing the island’s natural beauty while also highlighting the complex and collaborative work involved in ecosystem restoration. The film features contribution from local, regional and international experts.

ACF, together with its partners ScubbleBubbles Foundation, the University of Aruba, and Wageningen University and Research, invite the community of Aruba, Arubans living abroad, and anyone passionate about nature conservation to celebrate World Oceans Day 2025 by watching ‘Turning the Tide’ - a powerful film that underscores the urgency of protecting our marine environment and the communities that depend on it.