Republic of Congo: The Fight Against Cholera
The disease is carried by the source of life – water – but it can lead to death within hours. Cholera recently swept through the Republic of the Congo in central Africa with deadly effect – but now efforts are under way to protect the country’s most vulnerable people. 21st Century - Show 66 - Republic of Congo: The Fight Against Cholera Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century66.pdf
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Mexico: African Migrants
Mexico has long been a haven for poor migrants from Latin America. But this is a story about an unexpected group of people who have travelled much farther in search of a place to call home. This is where their journey into Mexico begins.... 21st Century - Show 66 - Mexico: African Migrants Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century66.pdf
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South Africa: Coal's Lethal Legacy
The world is becoming desperately short of fresh water, threatening our very survival. In South Africa, the country’s water supply is at risk as the nation’s energy needs grow. Can this be turned around before it’s too late? Here’s our story. 21st Century - Show 66 - South Africa: Coal's Lethal Legacy Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century66.pdf
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Noor: Women's rights in Iraq
Iraq’s elections have helped move it towards democracy, but the on-going violence, extremism and chaos still threaten the nation’s most vulnerable citizens: women and children. Amid this turmoil, many courageous Iraqis are striving to protect their human rights. 21st Century - Show 65 - Noor: Women's rights in Iraq Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century65.pdf
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A New Vision for Russia
If you can’t get on a train or enter a building because you are disabled it isn’t just an inconvenience – it’s a denial of a human right. Today we meet two activists in Moscow whose own disabilities have made them all the more determined to bring about change. 21st Century - Show 65 - A New Vision for Russia Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century65.pdf
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Trinidad and Tobago: Eco-System At Risk
For about a third of the world population, fish is a staple part of their diet. And millions of people depend on fishing for their livelihood. But the world's oceans are being stripped of stock at alarming rates, and threatening the future of many and putting the ocean's delicate ecosystem at risk . We travel to the waters of the Caribbean where the danger is very real. 21st Century - Show 64 - Trinidad and Tobago: Eco-System At Risk Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century64.pdf
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Gabon: Elephant Man
For elephants, last year was one of the worst ever recorded. They’re being slaughtered for their ivory at record rates, African elephants are increasingly the targets of global criminal trafficking networks. We travel to Central Africa to the frontline of the fight to save these creatures and meet one man who’s dedicating his life to their protection. 21st Century - Show 64 - Gabon: Elephant Man Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century64.pdf
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The Maras: A Gang's Reign of Terror
They’re called the Maras…. A gang identified by their menacing tattoos. Having unleashed a wave of violence across large parts of Central America, their reign of terror is now spreading even further… and leaving thousands fearing for their lives. 21st Century - Show 63 - The Maras: A Gang’s Reign of Terror Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century63.pdf
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The Roma: The Road to Inclusion
The Roma - known around the world as Gypsies. Theirs’ is a long and painful history of being excluded...often denied their rights. And, that discrimination continues today, forcing many to live in poverty. We travel to Europe, where one extraordinary group of Roma is fighting to ensure that painful legacy ends with them. Here's their story. 21st Century - Show 63 - The Roma: The Road to Inclusion Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century63.pdf
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Migrants Risking it All: The Journey from North Africa to Italy
Imagine risking your life - and that of your family’s - all for the dream of a better future. This is exactly what tens of thousands of courageous refugees from North Africa did, seeking refuge and safety after the revolutions known as the Arab Spring. Most came to Italy's shores, but they're finding achieving their dream is more difficult than they ever imagined. 21st Century - Show 63 - Migrants Risking it All: The Journey from North Africa to Italy Script (pdf): http://www.un.org/webcast/pdfs/21century63.pdf
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