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Fostering Online Privacy for Seniors

Fostering Online Privacy for Seniors - 5:45

The Pew Research Center reports that the number of older Americans using web-connected devices continues to rise. As seniors spend more time online, they can become targets of identity theft.

Debra Berlyn of Project to Get Older Adults onLine (GOAL) discusses how seniors can protect their online privacy.

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E-learning: Promoting Democracy for Iranian Citizens

E-learning: Promoting Democracy for Iranian Citizens - 5:31

E-learning provides an opportunity for people to learn in place. Mariam Memarsadeghi of Tavaana: E-Learning Institute for Iranian Civil Society shares how the E-Collaborative for Civic Education is working to promote democracy and human rights across the globe.

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Voting Rights and Access

Voting Rights and Access - 7:06

In the past decade, 25 states have passed voting laws that advocates say are restrictive and disproportionately affect minority communities.

Clint Odom of the National Urban League discusses strategies to encourage Americans of all backgrounds to cast their vote.

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Drug Trafficking and Fentanyl Overdose Deaths

Drug Trafficking and Fentanyl Overdose Deaths - 6:48

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 130 Americans die every day from opioid overdose. Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., discusses fentanyl’s role as a driver of the opioid epidemic and legislative efforts underway to hinder drug trafficking in the U.S.

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Census 2020: Averting a Latino Undercount

Census 2020: Averting a Latino Undercount - 6:19

For decades, the U.S. Census has undercounted America’s Hispanic community. Factors such as immigration status, income level, language and education serve as continuing barriers for this population. As Census 2020 approaches, JudeAnne Heath of LULAC discusses efforts to ensure an accurate count of Hispanic families living in the United States.

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Summer Success: Teen Mentorship and Job Training

Summer Success: Teen Mentorship and Job Training - 6:36

Summer employment provides teens the opportunity to gain valuable workplace skills and developmental experiences in preparation for future careers. Terri Fishback of Boys & Girls Clubs of America discusses workforce readiness and career planning for teens.

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Easterseals at 100: A Disability Community Milestone

Easterseals at 100: A Disability Community Milestone - 6:20

For 100 years, Easterseals has championed Americans with disabilities. Angela Williams, President and CEO of Easterseals, discusses the organization’s impact and legacy, and its enduring commitment to advocating on behalf of children and adults with disabilities.

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Cybercrime: Victim Support and Recovery

Cybercrime: Victim Support and Recovery - 6:26

In 2018, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, also known as IC3, revealed that cybercrimes including theft, fraud and exploitation resulted in losses of $2.7 billion nationwide. Rachel Dooley, Chief Marketing Officer of Cybercrime Support Network, outlines efforts to support cybercrime victims through the reporting and recovery process.

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Honoring the Stonewall Uprising

Honoring the Stonewall Uprising - 5:33

2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, a catalyst of the modern gay liberation movement and ongoing push for LGBTQ equality in the United States. Christy Wallover of the Newseum in Washington, D.C., joins host Tetiana Anderson for a conversation on efforts to commemorate this historic anniversary.

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Lead Remediation

Lead Remediation - 4:26

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblyman Gary Schaer, from the NJ General Assembly, about Lead Remediation. Interview recorded 8/13/2019.

Opioid Epidemic

Opioid Epidemic - 4:33

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney, from the NJ General Assembly, about the Opioid Epidemic. Interview recorded 8/13/2019.

Health Insurance Legislation

Health Insurance Legislation - 4:17

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, from the NJ General Assembly, about Health Insurance Legislation. Interview recorded 8/13/2019.

Real Men Wear Pink of Delaware

Real Men Wear Pink of Delaware - 4:11

Jill Horner speaks with Tim Dambro, MD, Volunteer from the American Cancer Society of Delaware, about the Real Men Wear Pink of Delaware organization. Interview recorded 8/7/2019.

Protecting Seniors from Medicare Fraud

Protecting Seniors from Medicare Fraud - 5:30

Jill Horner speaks with Nancy O'Connor, Regional Administrator from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Region 3, about Protecting Seniors from Medicare Fraud and Reporting Suspected Scams to their hotline at 1-877-808-2468. Interview recorded 8/7/2019.

Childcare: Access and Affordability

Childcare: Access and Affordability - 3:53

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblywoman Gabriela Mosquera, from the NJ General Assembly, about Childcare Access and Affordability. Interview recorded 8/7/2019.

Infant and Maternal Mortality

Infant and Maternal Mortality - 4:38

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblywoman Gabriela Mosquera, from the NJ General Assembly, about Infant and Maternal Mortality. Interview recorded 8/7/2019.

Strategies for Eliminating Hepatitis B

Strategies for Eliminating Hepatitis B - 4:16

Chari Cohen, DrPH, MPH, Senior Vice President for the Hepatitis B Foundation, talks about strategies for eliminating Hepatitis B through prevention, testing, care and treatment. Recorded August 1, 2019.

Helping the Homeless Goes Mobile

Helping the Homeless Goes Mobile - 4:16

Elena Russo speaks with Donna Fortier, CEO, Mobile Hope. They discuss. How they assist homeless youth by using a mobile bus to provide services.

Building Character, Leadership and Providing an Education

Building Character, Leadership and Providing an Education - 3:35

Elena Russo speaks with Jason Crummett, President, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington - Prince William County/Manassas Region. They discuss how they provide much more than before and after school care. They discuss how they teach career development skills, healthy lifestyles and leadership skills.

Redirecting Wasted Food to Combat Hunger

Redirecting Wasted Food to Combat Hunger - 4:13

Elena Russo speaks with Aaron Tolson, Development Director, ACTS. They discuss their partnership with 412 Food Rescue to help distribute food that otherwise will go to waste from restaurants, stores etc.

Understanding How Individuals with Disabilities Live Life

Understanding How Individuals with Disabilities Live Life - 4:17

Elena Russo speaks with Ellen Head, Senior Director of Development, Special Olympics Virginia. They discuss how they provide more than just competitions for their athletes. She also talks about the Unified Teams that they offer and the benefits to everyone involved.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation - 4:30

Elena Russo talks with Bill Schmidt, President and CEO for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) mobilizes people and resources to provide access to high-quality care and leads research for a cure so people with pulmonary fibrosis (PF) will live longer healthier lives. The PFF is the nation's leading educational and advocacy organization for all who are affected by pulmonary fibrosis, a life-threatening disease resulting in progressive scarring in the lungs. The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation serves patients, caregivers, loved ones and the medical community. For more information on PFF, visit their website.

The Fight Against Sarcoidosis

The Fight Against Sarcoidosis - 4:46

Elena Russo speaks with Sean Hull, the Founder and President of the Life and Breath Foundation, about what Sarcoidosis is, the issue of the lack of awareness surrounding the disease, the impact they’ve had on the community, and their upcoming 11th Annual Flip Flop Festivus.

Kidney Walks

Kidney Walks - 5:19

Elena Russo speaks with Josie Colon, a Board Member for the National Kidney Foundation Serving Maryland and Delaware, about misconceptions most people have of kidney disease, their work to help create awareness about the disease, and about their upcoming walks to give free testing and help generate funds.

Shriner's Hospital for Children

Shriner's Hospital for Children - 6:06

Treating the routine to the rarely seen sets Shriner's Hospital for Children apart from other children’s hospitals. Shriner's Hospital for Children- Springfield Administrator, Lee Kirk, shares about the work of Shriner's and the children they serve.

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