Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide
- Documentary
Half the Sky
Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide, a special presentation of Independent Lens. Photo: Courtesy of David Smoler.
PREMIERING OCTOBER 1 & 2
Filmed in 10 countries, Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide follows authors Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn and celebrity activists America Ferrera, Diane Lane, Eva Mendes, Meg Ryan, Gabrielle Union, and Olivia Wilde on a journey to tell the stories of inspiring, courageous individuals.
Gabrielle Union discusses her involvement in Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide and her experience in Vietnam.
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Diane Lane reflects on her experiences filming with Half the Sky in Somaliland, where she got a first-hand look at the challenges and solutions surrounding maternal mortality at the Edna Adan Maternity Hospital.
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Women and Girls Lead
As part of the Women and Girls Lead campaign, KCTS 9 highlights local organizations offering services to empower women and girls.
KCTS 9 - Featuring Jubilee Women's Center
KCTS 9 - Featuring Queen Anne Helpline
Community Resources
A list of Washington area organizations providing services for women and girls.
30 Songs / 30 Days
Legendary and emerging female musicians from around the world have come together to support the Half the Sky Movement.
Download a new song every day until the premiere of Half the Sky on October 1.
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