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The science is overwhelming; the facts are in. The planet is heating up at an alarming rate and the results are everywhere to be seen. Yet, as time runs out, climate progress is blocked by the men who are profiting from the burning of the planet: energy moguls like the Koch brothers and Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson. Powerful politicians like Senators Mitch McConnell and Jim Inhofe, who receive massive contributions from the oil and coal industries. Most of these men are too intelligent to truly believe that climate change is not a growing crisis.

The drama that shaped today’s Iran, from the Revolution to the present day. In 1979, seemingly overnight—moving at a clip some thirty years faster than the rest of the world—Iran became the first revolutionary theocracy in modern times. Since then, the country has been largely a black box...

Before the Romans could become masters of the Mediterranean, they had to first conquer the people of their own peninsula. This book explores the origins of Roman imperialism and the creation of Rome's early Italian empire, bringing new light and interpretations to this important but problematic period in Roman history. It explains how and why the Romans were able to expand their influence within Italy, often through the use of armed conflict, laying the foundations for their great imperial project.

In Childhood Under Siege, Joel Bakan reveals the callous and widespread exploitation of children by profit-seeking corporations and society's failure to protect them. The creator of the award-winning film and internationally best-selling book The Corporation, Bakan shows how corporations pump billions of dollars into rendering parents and governments powerless to shield children from a relentless commercial assault designed solely to exploit their unique needs and vulnerabilities.

In the final installment of Anthony Trollopes six Palliser novels, the unexpected death of Lady Glencora thrusts Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, into the challenging role of single parent to his three children. The eldest, Lord Silverbridge, has just been expelled from Oxford; his younger brother, Gerald, is preparing to enter Cambridge; and the youngest, nineteen-year-old Lady Mary, has foolishly fallen for Francis Tregear, a gentleman with no fortune. Although Glencora had approved of Marys affection before her passing, the Duke remains unaware and is unlikely to endorse it. ...

This show tells the stories behind child-rights decisions, one case at a time. Using clear, accessible language. Each episode explains how courts and human rights bodies decide cases affecting children ; and how those decisions can be used to hold governments accountable. Season one focuses on Africa and the work of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC). Each episode unpacks a decision against a country, breaking down the facts, the law, and what governments were required to do for children. This podcast is for everyone. Tune in!

Why is it so hard to find high-quality, affordable child care in the U.S.? And what would it take to fix it? Child Care Matters: Built to Break is a critical examination of our early childhood system from the perspectives of those who live it every day. Join host Jamee Herbert, CEO of BridgeCare, and a wide variety of leaders, experts, and critical stakeholders on this journey to reveal the underlying reasons for limited supply, skyrocketing costs, and a fragmented infrastructure that was set up to fail.

This collection features engaging readings that resonate more with young teens aged 12 and up rather than younger children. Each piece is infused with an idealistic spirit, offering a captivating glimpse into the socialist ideals that were shaping the working class during the early 20th century. - Summary by KevinS

The office of Children and Young People’s Commissioner for Scotland office turns 18 on 26 April 2022. We’ve championed children’s human rights for the length of an entire childhood! The first Commissioner, from April 2004, was Professor Kathleen Marshall. Tam Baillie held the post from 2009, and was followed by Bruce Adamson in 2017. In this series, guided by questions from children and young people, all three Children's Commissioners discuss their work, the progress of children's rights in Scotland, and the important changes they would still like to see. The podcast was co-produced by ...

CASA for Children is a branded podcast from LA Times Studios paid for by CASA. Join L.A. Times Studio President Anna Magzanyan for a thoughtful conversation with CASA volunteer Jessica Herrera, as she reflects on the pivotal role her CASA mentor played in providing stability during her time in foster care.

Champions for Children: The Save the Children NZ PodcastWelcome to Champions for Children, the podcast where we bring you real stories from the frontline of change. Each episode, we sit down with the people working to create a better future for children - whether through humanitarian aid, child protection, healthcare, education, or advocacy. From crisis zones to policy changes, we explore the challenges, victories, and the people behind the work that protects, empowers, and uplifts children in Aotearoa and around the world. Hear first hand from humanitarian workers, local changemakers, and ...

Each month, Speaking for Kids the podcast will bring you a variety of crucial conversations with people making public policy – and the voices of the people impacted by those decisions in Michigan. Our goal will be to help you strengthen your voice to speak up for the changes we need to improve Michigan’s kids' & families' lives. In this and future podcasts, we’ll explore encouraging champions like you to get involved in the issues we’re fighting for. Including child care, early childhood education and development, the child welfare and foster care systems, family supports and kinship ...

Today, orphanages are common in many parts of the world. But a look at young people who spent their childhoods in institutions in Romania reveals just how developmentally damaging such places can be.

The Big Conversation: The Children's Commissioner's Podcast shares the voices and views of England’s children. In the podcast, you will hear from the Children's Commissioner and her 16 Youth Ambassadors. It’s a chance for them to interview decision makers; to talk truth to power and a chance for you to hear what young people really think about issues that affect them. The podcast draws on the themes in The Big Ambition and will focus on the most important issues that are impacting young people's lives with solutions developed with children from across England. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Advice and information podcasts from Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. Covering everything from disability benefits, special education, health and diagnosis, and accessing social care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A six episode podcast that explores the influences and shortcomings of Australia’s offshore detention policy. Featuring prominent jurists, whistleblowers, human rights defenders, and political representatives, to unpack Australia’s offshore detention policy. Guests: Geoffrey Robertson QC Michael Kirby AC Julian Burnside AO QC Dr Nick Martin Dr Graham Thom - Amnesty International Australia Paul Power - Refugee Council of Australia Professor George Newhouse - National Justice Project Kon Karapanagiotidis - Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Jana Favero - Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Claire O’...

This is a UNICEF podcast series on hate speech and its impact on child rights with the objectives of raising awareness and knowledge among all stakeholders on the impact of hate speech on the full spectrum of children's rights and encouraging potential programmes and strategies that can be leveraged to protect children from hate speech.The International Day for Countering Hate Speech (18 June) was proclaimed in 2021 by General Assembly Resolution 75/309 building on the UN Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech, launched by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on 18 June 2019. On the ...

This podcast is about all things Children's Division in Missouri! Learn about Children's Division's mission, involvement in big issues facing child welfare today, and how the division is working hard to better support the children and families in the Show Me State.

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Are you struggling to keep good child welfare staff and volunteers? Are they drowning in alphabet soup, unclear timelines, fuzzy roles, and “who does what” confusion? Does attending court hearings cause anxiety in staff and families? You are not by yourself. When people talk about the foster care system they often describe it as broken, confusing, and frustrating. It’s why I’m so excited to introduce a podcast that will help staff and volunteers see the big picture of child welfare, lessen anxiety, and provide tips on how to connect with partners in the child welfare system. I’m ...