Best Center for Women at Emory Podcasts (2024)

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Simple Measures, Big Results 1:01:07

9+ y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Kelly Callahan, director of the Center's Trachoma Control Program, is joined by Jim Ervin, past international president of the Lions Clubs International Association, a key supporter of the Center's efforts to prevent disease, for a conversation about the Carter Center's work to eliminate blinding trachoma from countries across Africa. Footage from …

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Peace in Liberia, 10 Years Later 1:26:04

9+ y ago1:26:04

1:26:04

This event explores Liberia's progress and setbacks toward a sustainable peace after its 14-year civil war, including the impact of the Ebola crisis on recovery. The Carter Center has worked in Liberia for more than two decades, observing elections and partnering with government and civil society to strengthen democratic institutions, access to inf…

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Combating Violence and Discrimination Against Women and Girls 1:19:53

9+ y ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Combating Violence Against Women and Girls and Advancing Peace: Three of the participants in the Carter Center's Human Rights Defenders Forum join former U.S. President Jimmy Carter for a discussion about protecting the rights of women and girls, with a special emphasis on women and peacemaking and on the role religious leaders can play in this eff…

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Building a Lasting Peace: Where Are the Women? 1:32:22

10y ago1:32:22

1:32:22

The Elders along with women peace builders explore what can be done to prevent conflicts, combat cultural norms, and ensure women are part of peace-making efforts. This event promotes the recommendation on women's role in peace building set out in President Carter's acclaimed recent book "A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power." Car…

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China Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections 1:03:43

10y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Presented in partnership with the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations, this discussion features a keynote address by President Jimmy Carter, followed by a Q&A moderated by Steve Orlins, committee president.By The Carter Center

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A Conversation with the Carters 1:23:03

10y ago1:23:03

1:23:03

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter discuss recent Carter Center peace and health initiatives around the world.By The Carter Center

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Search for Identity: Reflections on Human Rights Abuses During Argentina's "Dirty War" 1:35:40

10y ago1:35:40

1:35:40

Thousands of individuals were arrested, tortured, and killed during Argentina's "Dirty War," which then U.S. President Jimmy Carter protested by withdrawing U.S. economic and military support. Starting with the 45-minute documentary "Las Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo and the Search for Identity," which describes efforts to track down grandchildren missi…

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Neglected Tropical Diseases and Bringing Up the Bottom Billion 1:33:38

10+ y ago1:33:38

1:33:38

Neglected tropical diseases afflict some of the world's most isolated communities. Yet they are not as obscure as many people think – the blinding bacterial disease trachoma existed in the United States and Europe until the early-20th century, and river blindness was brought to the Americas from Africa through the slave trade. Carter Center experts…

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Using New Technology for Peace 1:26:23

11y ago1:26:23

1:26:23

Information and communications technology is quickly changing the ways in which nongovernmental organizations such as The Carter Center do their work. What are the inherent risks, challenges, and opportunities of using these tools? How is the Center harnessing technology to promote peace? Watch a panel discussion by Carter Center technology experts…

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Peace in the Sudans 1:35:01

11y ago1:35:01

1:35:01

In 2011, South Sudan celebrated its independence from Sudan after decades of war, but conflict in the region continues. A panel discusses the Carter Center's efforts to strengthen peace between the two countries through a series of dialogues between leaders. Moderated by Itonde Kakoma, manager of the Center's Sudan-South Sudan Dialogue Group, panel…

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Venezuela's Political Future 1:29:58

11+ y ago1:29:58

1:29:58

Venezuela experts Margarita López Maya and Carter Center Americas Program Director Dr. Jennifer McCoy discuss the future of Venezuela in the wake of President Hugo Chavez' death and snap presidential elections on April 14. For more than a decade, The Carter Center has conducted election observation, media training, and conflict resolution efforts i…

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Beyond Stigma: Bringing the Conversation About Mental Illness Forward 1:30:05

11+ y ago1:30:05

1:30:05

Experts discuss how early intervention and community support can make a positive impact toward healing and recovery for young adults with mental illnesses.By The Carter Center

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What's Next for China? 1:36:23

12y ago1:36:23

1:36:23

Experts discuss the Chinese Communist Party's possible impact on China's political and social development, U.S-China relations, and the Carter Center's programming in China.By The Carter Center

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30 Years of The Carter Center 1:26:56

12y ago1:26:56

1:26:56

Hear from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter as they reflect on 30 years of the Center's peace and health initiatives around the world.By The Carter Center

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The Arab Awakening 1:35:02

12+ y ago1:35:02

1:35:02

In December 2010, street demonstrations in Tunisia launched the "Arab Awakening," as countries across the Middle East and North Africa began to protest their governments using non-violent means and social media to organize and raise awareness. The Carter Center has followed events closely and plans to monitor upcoming elections in the region, obser…

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Dark Forest Black Fly 1:30:35

12+ y ago1:30:35

1:30:35

Watch video footage from "Dark Forest Black Fly," which documents efforts to eliminate river blindness from Uganda; listen to a panel discussion about the challenges of eliminating the disease and experiences making the film.By The Carter Center

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Human Rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo 1:30:59

12+ y ago1:30:59

1:30:59

Panelists discuss the Carter Center's efforts to promote peace by supporting local human rights groups and social service providers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Center also provides protection to human rights defender and promotes transparency and accountability of the nation's copper-mining industry.…

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The State of Democracy in the Americas 1:31:12

13y ago1:31:12

1:31:12

n the tenth anniversary year of the Inter-American Democratic Charter, a panel discusses the state of democracy in the Americas and the Charter's reach. Carter Center Americas Program Director Jennifer McCoy moderates.By The Carter Center

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Conversation with the Carters, Sept. 13, 2011 1:34:39

13y ago1:34:39

1:34:39

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter discuss The Carter Center's peace and health initiatives around the world.By The Carter Center

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Behind the Scenes of "Foul Water, Fiery Serpent," a New Documentary on Guinea Worm Disease 1:30:27

13+ y ago1:30:27

1:30:27

Watch exclusive footage and hear stories from the field from the filmmakers who produced the new documentary "Foul Water, Fiery Serpent," which chronicles the Carter Center's historic campaign to eradicate Guinea worm disease. The discussion also includes the latest information and statistics about the eradication effort. Presenters include Ernesto…

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Justice for the Poor 1:33:13

13+ y ago1:33:13

1:33:13

The Carter Center is at the forefront of a growing international movement to find ways to deliver justice to the poor in places like Liberia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, so that all people, not just those who can afford it, can realize their full rights as citizens. Hear about new and innovative practices that are improving access to j…

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After the War: Mental Health and a Veteran's Journey Home 1:29:22

14y ago1:29:22

1:29:22

The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have posed a unique set of psychological challenges to troops resulting from multiple tours of duty and a greater prevalence of brain injury, among other factors. Experts discuss the high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder and ways in which families, communities, and the nation can support mental wellness for v…

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A Conversation with Jimmy Carter 1:29:04

14y ago1:29:04

1:29:04

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter discusses current Carter Center peace and health initiatives around the world.By The Carter Center

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Improving the Lives of Women Through Public Health Initiatives 1:32:11

14+ y ago1:32:11

1:32:11

Women's rights and their access to medical care can be severely limited. Yet, without the support of local women, efforts to improve public health often fail. With help from The Carter Center, public health initiatives are helping women to achieve better health for themselves and their families as well as become leaders in their communities. Dr. Pa…

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Africa: Elections Aren't Enough 1:29:16

14+ y ago1:29:16

1:29:16

Paul Collier, award-winning author of books such as "The Bottom Billion," and "War, Guns, and Votes," and professor of economics and director of the Center for the Study of African Economies at Oxford University, leads a Conversation that takes a closer look at the impact of elections in Africa and what is needed to make democracy hold in developin…

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The Mental Health Crisis in Georgia 1:32:56

14+ y ago1:32:56

1:32:56

More than 130 patients have died under suspicious circumstances in Georgia's public psychiatric hospitals over the past seven years, according to an exposé by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Carter Center has been a leading voice for change in Georgia's mental health system since this crisis came to light, and has worked to identify strategie…

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China – U.S. Relations 1:28:37

15y ago1:28:37

1:28:37

Normalizing relations with China was one of the most important decisions for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter during his administration 30 years ago. Making the decision was difficult, as is managing this complex and multi-faceted bilateral relationship, which has a significant impact on world peace, stability, and prosperity. This discussion on …

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The Carter Presidency Revisited 1:35:47

15y ago1:35:47

1:35:47

A panel of distinguished presidential scholars reassesses the relevance for today of key policies and events of the administration of the 39th U.S. President. Speakers include Kevin Mattson, author of "What the Heck Are You Up To Mr. President?" Jimmy Carter, America's 'Malaise,' and the Speech That Should Have Changed the Country (2009), Jimmy Car…

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Myths and Realities 1:30:09

15+ y ago1:30:09

1:30:09

Mental illnesses are extremely common—one in four Americans will experience one in their lifetime—yet advances in treatment and understanding of mental illnesses have not changed public perception of these disorders. Many people incorrectly believe mental illnesses cannot be treated or that a person with a mental illness is more likely to be violen…

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Beyond Free and Fair 1:37:11

15+ y ago1:37:11

1:37:11

Election observers play a vital role in the elections of countries emerging from conflict. Their presence deters interference or fraud and reassures voters that they can safely and secretly cast their ballots, and their assessments are central to determining whether an election is considered genuinely democratic. Hear from leaders in the field of i…

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Zeroing In On Guinea Worm Disease 1:31:30

15+ y ago1:31:30

1:31:30

When The Carter Center began leading the campaign to eradicate Guinea worm in 1986, there were an estimated 3.5 million cases of the disease in 20 countries in Africa and Asia. Today, there are fewer than 5,000 cases in six African countries—Sudan, Ghana, Mali, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Niger—making Guinea worm disease poised to be the next disease af…

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Restoring Rights and Rules: A New Human Rights Agenda for the United States 1:31:02

16y ago1:31:02

1:31:02

The U.S. human rights record has been greatly tarnished by Guantanamo Bay, Abu Ghraib, and other events during recent years. Join former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Egyptian human rights defender Saad Ibrahim, Executive Director of Amnesty International USA Larry Cox, and Chairperson of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission Sima Sama…

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The Crab & The Fly: River Blindness 9:57

16y ago9:57

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In the dense forests of Uganda, the fight against river blindness follows an especially challenging mission. Watch public health specialists from The Carter Center as they journey to the black fly's breeding area, discover how freshwater crabs play a unique role in the life cycle of the insect, and learn how dedicated field workers devote tireless …

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River Blindness in Uganda 3:44

16y ago3:44

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In the dense forests of Uganda, the fight against river blindness follows an especially challenging mission. Watch public health specialists from The Carter Center as they journey to the black fly's breeding area, discover how freshwater crabs play a unique role in the life cycle of the insect, and learn how dedicated field workers devote tireless …

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A Conversation With The Carters 1:35:05

16y ago1:35:05

1:35:05

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter discuss current initiatives at The Carter Center and their recent activities. Moderated by Carter Center CEO Dr. John Hardman.By The Carter Center

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Trachoma Control Program 4:22

16y ago4:22

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Trachoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. The Carter Center, with support from its partners, has been a leader in the fight against the disease in Africa since 1998. Through inexpensive, grassroots solutions, millions of people are now able to preserve their eyesight.By The Carter Center

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Ending the Anguish of a Silent Disease 3:52

16y ago3:52

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Overview of the Carter Center's effort to control schistosomiasis.By The Carter Center

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Guinea Worm's Last Stand: Southern Sudan 10:47

16+ y ago10:47

10:47

The Guinea worm eradication campaign in Southern Sudan led by The Carter Center, Southern Sudan's government, and other key partners. See how Guinea worm disease affects the lives of villagers who struggle to survive in a land just emerging from decades of civil war, and how the Carter Center's dedicated health workers face enormous challenges on t…

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Guinea Worm: Countdown to Zero 2:55

16+ y ago2:55

2:55

The end of Guinea worm disease is within reach -- the result of a 22-year eradication campaign led by The Carter Center. In 1986, there were 3.5 million cases of Guinea worm in 20 countries in Africa and Asia. That number has now been reduced by more than 99 percent, with fewer than 5,000 cases remaining worldwide, concentrated primarily in Ghana a…

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Ethiopia Public Health Training Initiative 4:21

16+ y ago4:21

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Working to address the shortage of qualified health professionals in Ethiopia, the Ethiopian government, in partnership with The Carter Center, has established a unique public health strategy to improve the quality of training to the country's health science students.By The Carter Center

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Battling Disease at the Grassroots Level: a Case Study in Ethiopia 1:02:04

16+ y ago1:02:04

1:02:04

There is a critical shortage of global health care workers to combat life-threatening diseases, most severely in the poor countries of sub-Saharan Africa. For more than a decade, the Carter Center's Ethiopia Public Health Training Initiative has worked to build a skilled national health care workforce through specialized curricula and enhanced lear…

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Assessing the Prospects for Political Reform in China 1:26:50

16+ y ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Panelists Professor Mary Brown-Bullock, president emeriti of Agnes Scott College and visiting distinguished professor of China Studies at Emory University; Professor Fei-Ling Wang of Georgia Institute of Technology; and Professor Yawei Liu, director of the China Program at The Carter Center discuss prospects of democratization in China. Dr. John St…

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Are We Safer with Secrecy? 1:25:24

16+ y ago1:25:24

1:25:24

The level of secrecy in the U.S. government is at a level not seen before. Security legislation has eroded the right to information in the United States since 9/11. Recent legislation passed by Congress aims to strengthen the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which is a critical tool for both reporters and citizens to research public infor…

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Heralding Freedom 1:36:28

17y ago1:36:28

1:36:28

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter; U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young; Larry Cox, executive director of Amnesty International USA; Sergei Kovalev, Russian human rights activist and former Gulag prisoner; and Isaac Newton Farris Jr., nephew of the late Martin Luther King Jr., and president and CEO of The King Center in Atlanta discuss the suppression of …

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25 Years of The Carter Center 1:27:37

17y ago1:27:37

1:27:37

As part of The Carter Center's 25th anniversary, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter discuss current peace and health initiatives at The Carter Center and reflect on past accomplishments. Moderated by Carter Center President and CEO, Dr. John Hardman.By The Carter Center

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Palestinian Crisis: What is Risked by a 'West Bank First' Policy? 1:37:07

17y ago1:37:07

1:37:07

Middle East experts discuss the current crisis in the region. Panelists include Daniel Levy, former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak and leader of the Geneva Peace Initiative; former Minister of Information in the Palestinian NUG Mustapha Barghouthi; and moderator is David Carroll, director of the Carter Center's Democracy Program.…

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Your Mental Health at Work 1:25:28

17+ y ago1:25:28

1:25:28

Gaps in insurance coverage, problems with access to care, and the stigma surrounding mental illnesses can contribute to an environment that discourages employees from seeking help and treatment. Panelists include Ron Bachman, president and CEO of Healthcare Visions, Inc., and a nationally recognized expert on mental health parity; Tom Johnson, form…

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Palestine Peace Not Apartheid 1:27:39

17+ y ago1:27:39

1:27:39

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright speak on the prospects for lasting peace in the Palestinian territories to a sold-out audience at The Carter Center.By The Carter Center

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Jimmy Carter on the Record 1:19:41

18y ago1:19:41

1:19:41

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter provides a briefing on Carter Center initiatives in disease eradication, conflict resolution, democracy building, and mental health promotion. Carter Center Executive Director Dr. John Hardman moderates.By The Carter Center

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