American White Pelicans and Black-necked Stilts by Molly Graham
Bird Flu Awareness & Prevention Initiative
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Online
The H5N1 Prevention documentary is a part of a multi-layered advocacy initiative, The H5N1 Prevention Initiative, whose mission is to combat avian influenza. The Initiative consists of a documentary, live presentations, a fundraising platform, and a Bird Center H5N1 Hub to support bird centers' efforts. A grant from the Hershey Corporation helped underwrite the H5N1 Prevention documentary, which features experts in ornithology, epidemiology, and health policy sharing information on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, as well as on bird organizations' preparedness measures and community safeguarding. As a birding enthusiast, public health advocate, and activist filmmaker, Jack Aronian founded the initiative and created/produced the documentary to highlight the devastating impacts of bird flu and its threat as a potential pandemic. Aronian views bird centers as key intermediaries for protecting the public and disseminating government-issued health information about Avian Influenza. Dedicated members of bird organizations and their connections to environmental groups can play a critical role in catalyzing public engagement. The H5N1 Prevention Initiative aims to raise awareness of avian influenza, fundraise for the vital role of bird centers, and share how our collective efforts can protect avian species and life on Earth. 100% of the proceeds from the H5N1 Prevention documentary benefit bird organizations.
Jack Aronian, Filmmaker
Jack Aronian is a Youth Service America and Presidential Volunteer Service Award-winning young filmmaker who has received numerous additional honors and strong support from research scientists, public health, and civic leaders for his multimedia environmental advocacy work on H5N1. He has been featured in a wide range of media for his work and its impact. His bird flu campaign was first inspired by his namesake grandfather, an amateur ornithologist, peregrine bird bander, and author who was profoundly concerned about the ramifications of avian influenza. Aronian's ornithological documentary work honors his grandfather's multifaceted legacy. The Initiative also springs from his own love of birds and farm work. As one of his most personal goals, Aronian seeks to highlight the pandemic generation's imperative to collaborate, communicate, and mobilize the global community to secure widespread attention and action on zoonotic diseases.
This presentation will be recorded.