A story of Kristal Bush's fight against the impact of mass incarceration in Philadelphia.
Extraordinary Women
What does it mean to be extraordinary? Defy the odds and redefine benchmarks of success. Homeless at 19, Natalie builds a career as a pediatric neurosurgeon; Rebecca, one of the "Lost Girls of Sudan," finds a path to creating positive change; and Lachi fights discrimination as a disability rights advocate. Three storytellers, three interpretations of EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN; hosted by Theresa Okokon.
A Woman on the Outside
After watching nearly every man in her life disappear into prison, Kristal Bush channels her struggle into reuniting other Philadelphia families divided by incarceration. But when her father and brother come home after decades behind bars, she confronts the greatest challenge yet - can she unite her own family without losing herself?
Running with My Girls
Tired of watching local government ignore their communities’ interests, five diverse female activists run for municipal office in Denver - one of the U.S.’s fastest gentrifying cities. A story about an engaged community outrunning the deep pockets of the political establishment, RUNNING WITH MY GIRLS demonstrates that building a new kind of political power is not just aspirational but possible.
Her Stories
Women and girls from all walks of life are coming together to stand up for racial justice, challenge gender norms and create welcoming, safe spaces for others to use their voices. In an era of the unexpected, we are surrounded by women who have persevered and are making it their mission to open doors for the next generations.
During Women's History Month in March, WORLD celebrates these groundbreaking women, well-known and less-known alike. Explore the stories of women who have defied traditional social standards for the opportunity at equality and equity in new and streaming films this month.
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Films, Features, and Exclusives
On WORLD, Women’s History Month is about shining a spotlight on how women and girls across cultures and societies uplift themselves and their communities by finding strength and camaraderie amongst one another. This March, explore the mighty change that occurs when women assert their power in business, the arts, education, and beyond, plus watch the first installment in our new content theme, Liberated Lives, following stories of individuals transitioning from incarceration to reintegration and the experiences of those who support them.
What does it mean to be extraordinary? To embody the extraordinary is to defy the odds.
Five female activists run for local office in a grassroots effort to take back their city.
The remarkable life of a fearless Mississippi sharecropper-turned-human-rights-activist.
In a divided New England town, an unexpected leader emerges to heal her community.
A mother & daughter organize their Black community to prepare for the 2020 presidential election and its challenges.
Exploring the stigmas Black girls face as they grow up within and outside their community.
In the cutthroat world of high school debate, five girls show the value of speaking up.
This documentary sheds light on women's place in Tunisia's changing society.
Explore the life, career and global impact of international music icon Angélique Kidjo.
Mama Gloria is about Gloria Allen, a 75-year-old Black trailblazing transgender activist.
Can freedom - living life as a free person - be more frightening than enslavement?
Can an employment system hide a reality of torture and humiliation?
Can a path to justice and healing be found after genocide, sexual violence and slavery?
Defining moments can be brief, but what they teach us are lessons that last a lifetime.
When the Dominican Republic strips citizenship for anyone with Haitian parents, young activist Elena becomes the face of the struggle to remain in the country built on the labor of her ancestors.
Through the whispers of doubt, nevertheless, they persisted.
A therapist and her clients confront and embrace facets of Dissociative Identity Disorder.
Portrait of artist Sonia Sanchez revealing her uncompromising life as she raised her voice
A young woman's quest to find a place in her Native American community in Louisiana.
The biography of Madame C.J. Walker, America's first self-made millionairess.
Told through video diaries, follow doctors saving lives during the first wave of COVID-19.
The unprecedented story of the 2017 New Orleans runoff to elect first female mayor.