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COVID-19: Rise in Human Trafficking Cases

COVID-19: Rise in Human Trafficking Cases - 7:20

The COVID-19 pandemic has created new risks and challenges for victims and survivors of trafficking – exacerbating vulnerabilities for many.

Megan Cutter, Director of the National Human Trafficking Hotline, a program operated by Polaris, sheds light on the current trend in trafficking cases and how the pandemic is impacting incident reporting.

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Pandemic Impact: Support for the Disability Community

Pandemic Impact: Support for the Disability Community - 5:42

As states face ongoing funding challengesas a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, programs and services for people with disabilities may be at risk.

Peter Berns, CEO of The Arc, discusses The Arc’s efforts in fighting disparities and discrimination toward people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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‘Shecession’: COVID-19’s Economic Impact on Women

‘Shecession’: COVID-19’s Economic Impact on Women - 7:17

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect Americans of all backgrounds, some advocates are concerned about a “shecession” — an economic crisis disproportionately impacting women.

Alejandra Castillo, CEO of YWCA USA, outlines policy recommendations for building a more equitable future for women in the workforce.

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Combating Nationwide Child Trafficking

Combating Nationwide Child Trafficking - 6:46

Each year, as many as 300,000 American children are at risk of being victimized of commercial sexual exploitation.

Teresa Huizar, Executive Director of the National Children’s Alliance, discusses the prevalence of this issue in all 50 states and the importance of engaging communities to better protect children.

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Human Trafficking: Fighting Modern-Day Slavery in the U.S.

Human Trafficking: Fighting Modern-Day Slavery in the U.S. - 5:15

According to the ILO, approximately 40 million people worldwide are victims of human trafficking, a multibillion-dollar criminal industry.

Caroline Diemar, Director of the National Human Trafficking Hotline, details the many forms of modern-day slavery and shares how her organization is fighting this global epidemic.

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COVID-19 and the Rise of Domestic Violence

COVID-19 and the Rise of Domestic Violence - 7:30

Health experts advise that staying home is a key tactic to reduce the spread of COVID-19. But home isn’t a safe space for everyone. While reports of domestic violence are on the rise, support organizations work to safely engage survivors.

Brittany Eltringham, Program Specialist for the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, discusses how isolation during COVID-19 has increased domestic abuse rates and resources available for those seeking help.

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Born This Way Foundation: Making Kindness Cool

Born This Way Foundation: Making Kindness Cool - 6:58

Young people can experience emotional distress as they develop and mature, but may lack access to resources for support.

Maya Smith, Executive Director of the Born This Way Foundation, discusses the power of kindness and its impact on the well-being and mental health of young people.

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Bringing Police and Students Together

Bringing Police and Students Together - 6:52

Ongoing protest movements are drawing increased attention to police-community relationships.

JW Cortés, actor and President of The Detective Rafael Ramos Foundation, reflects on his personal background, and outlines how trust can be built in communities across the country.

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Journey Toward LGBTQ Equality

Journey Toward LGBTQ Equality - 9:12

The LGBTQ fight for equal rights became organized in 1969, after the riots at New York City's Stonewall Inn. LGBTQ civil rights activist and author Mark Segal has been involved in the movement from its beginning. Mark joins Robert Traynham for a candid and intimate discussion about his life, his role in the fight for equality, and the state of LGBTQ rights across America and around the globe. Mark is the publisher of the Philadelphia Gay News. Interview recorded on May 17, 2017.

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LGBTQ Equality in Black America

LGBTQ Equality in Black America - 5:47

Recent years have afforded many advancements in the movement for LGBTQ equality. And while public opinion polls show that visibility and acceptance continue to rise, not all subgroups reap the same benefits. For African-Americans who identify as LGBTQ, equality gaps do exist across earning ability, health issues and inclusion.

David J. Johns, Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, discusses the black equality gap, along with his organization’s efforts to foster higher rates of acceptance and visibility for the black LGBTQ population.

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LGBTQ Pride in Rural America

LGBTQ Pride in Rural America - 6:30

While America’s LGBTQ population is highly visible in select metropolitan areas, LGBTQ people and their families live in every single geographic region of the United States, including rural communities. While challenges that contribute to a sense of LGBTQ isolation exist in rural America, many choose to remain, making homes and raising families with pride.

Julianna Gonen, Policy Director for the National Center for Lesbian Rights, discusses the organization’s “Rural Pride Campaign” and advocacy efforts to increase access to services for LGBTQ populations outside of urban areas.

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A Face for Transgender Rights

A Face for Transgender Rights - 7:50

A 2017 Pew Research Center study reports that Americans are becoming more accepting in their views of LGBTQ people, with 63 percent of respondents saying that homosexuality should be accepted by society. However, when it comes to transgender people, the public is split over whether acceptance has gone far enough, too far, or if the current level of acceptance is just right. As the movement for LGBTQ equality continues, what is the state of discrimination on the basis of gender identity and expression?

Sarah McBride, National Press Secretary for the Human Rights Campaign, published her coming-out letter in the student newspaper at American University, launching her career as a transgender advocate and putting a face on the cause for transgender rights.

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Combatting Inequities Within the LGBTQ Community

Combatting Inequities Within the LGBTQ Community - 5:15

LGBTQ Americans have seen many advances in recent years but benefits of those advances have not been spread equally. There are marginalized groups within the LGBTQ community contending with high rates of poverty, HIV infection and discrimination.

Kierra Johnson, Deputy Executive Director of the National LGBTQ Task Force, discusses inequities that exist within the equality movement.

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LGBTQ Authenticity at Work

LGBTQ Authenticity at Work - 5:43

In 2017, the American Psychological Association reported that social isolation and loneliness are major health threats that will continue to grow. This impacts the LGBTQ community, especially for those who are closeted or restrain their authentic identity in the workplace. As more Americans continue to identify as LGBTQ, how can the business world adapt?

Erin Uritus, CEO of Out & Equal Workplace Advocates, discusses the need for businesses to foster a culture of authenticity and belonging for all employees.

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The Out for America Project

The Out for America Project - 5:54

In 1974, Kathy Kozachenko was elected to the Ann Arbor City Council in Michigan, becoming the first openly gay or lesbian candidate elected to public office in the United States. Forty-four years later, representation stands at 539 elected officials who openly identify as LGBTQ, holding public office from municipal to federal levels. While this number is at an all-time high, this population remains underrepresented at just 0.1 percent of all elected official nationwide.

Ruben Gonzales, Vice President of Leadership Initiatives at the LGBTQ Victory Institute, joins Paul Lisnek to discuss efforts to increase the ranks of LGBTQ elected officials and create a national network to help further LGBTQ equality through the organization’s “Out for America Census Project.

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America’s Bustling LGBTQ Economy

America’s Bustling LGBTQ Economy - 5:21

There are an estimated 1.4 million LGBTQ-owned businesses in America today contributing $1.7 trillion to the national economy. More than 1,000 of these businesses are officially certified as LGBT Business Enterprises (LGBTBE) by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

A discussion with Jacob Palalay, Senior Director of Corporate Relations for the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, about the economic contributions of LGBTQ businesses and the benefits of being certified as an LGBTBE.

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Closing Rural America's LGBTQ Tech Gap

Closing Rural America's LGBTQ Tech Gap - 5:42

The internet has changed the way the world exchanges information. And for the LGBTQ population, the internet can be a lifeline and an important resource for identity and community formation, connections to local LGBTQ organizations, and vital online support spaces. Digital access can be limited, however, especially in rural America.

Christopher Wood, Executive Director of the LBGT Technology Partnership and Institute, discusses how this technology gap impacts LGBTQ Americans in rural areas, along with efforts to boost digital inclusion.

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