Boyz N The Wood | Our Nature Connection

What Happens When Black Men Are Given Space to Breathe? Boyz N The Wood: Resilience in the Redwoods, directed by Faith Briggs Rose, follows a group of Black men stepping into the redwoods to reconnect with themselves, with each other, and with the healing power of the natural world. While in nature, these men are given space to breathe, to be seen, and to show up fully without judgment. In a world where many carry stress, isolation, and the pressures of daily life, nature becomes a place for restoration and healing. Through brotherhood, reflection, breathwork, and shared time outdoors, they are able to slow down, be present, and show up as they are. In the stillness of the forest, moments of joy, vulnerability, and connection unfold naturally. This film is about remembering what has always been true: nature has always been home — a place to gather, heal, breathe, belong, and remember what makes us human. When Black men are supported, that care reaches far beyond the individual. Healing moves through families, friendships, and communities, creating conditions for collective wellbeing. The Our Nature Connection film series is a collaboration between The Redford Center and REI Cooperative Action Fund. Learn more about REI Cooperative Action Fund: https://www.reifund.org/ Learn more about The Redford Center: https://www.redfordcenter.org/ Become an REI member: https://www.rei.com/membership Like, Subscribe, Comment and tune in weekly for more content from REI!