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Zero Hunger: Were all Responsible - SDG 2
In this podcast, VIU GCIB Fall-23 students and The Salvation Army have touched on some of the complex drivers fueling this rise in global hunger, such as conflicts, climate change extremes like droughts and floods, as well as deepening inequalities exacerbating food security issues.
Created by: Abhishek Kumar, Dylys Ahenkorah, Kofi Inkoom, Ramatu Hamza
ZERO Hunger with Peter Sinclair - SDG 2
This podcast outlines and is focused on Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger, featuring Peter Sinclair, the Executive Director of Loaves and Fishes and holds discussions on food insecurity and initiatives that aim to address it. It includes a series of questions probing the origins, challenges, and impacts of "Loaves and Fishes," plans for a new warehouse project, and educational programs related to sustainable development. This reflects the symbolism of sharing and the collective effort to combat hunger.
Created by: Larisa Dsouza
GoalsPod: An Interview with Daylene on Gender Equality - SDG 5
Welcome to this episode of GoalsPod. Gender equality is the principle advocating for equal rights, opportunities, and treatment for all genders, aiming to eliminate gender-based discrimination and ensure equal potential. In this podcast, we interview Daylene the CEO of Haven’s Society. We address historical and persistent gender inequalities in education, employment, healthcare, and political representation in Nanaimo. Gender equality is crucial for fairness, justice, and social progress. It brings social and economic benefits by fostering stronger economies, healthier societies, and more inclusive communities. Join us in this episode as we discuss how empowering all genders and promoting equal rights and opportunities unlock the full potential of residents of Nanaimo and lead to a more just and prosperous world for everyone here.
Created by: Akorede Moshood Abioloa, Bukola Patani, Bejy Joseph, Ezekiel Ekata
Climate Change SDG 13
Sustainable Development Goal 12, titled "responsible consumption and production", is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. We interacted with Mr. Singh from Walmart, who discussed the sustainable practices followed at Walmart and how we can be more cautious about our consumption.
Created by: Ayushi, Prajakta and Aniruddha
Media Literacy Podcast: Influencers and echo chambers
In early 2022, a movement calling itself the “Freedom Convoy” took over the streets of Ottawa protesting vaccine mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode of the Media Literacy Podcast looks at how the convoy came into being and how our increasingly fractured media environment directly contributed to it.
Created by: Mick Sweetman, Mike Duddy and Ben Rosnau
ACL Injuries in Females - Conversations with Experts
In this podcast, I speak with 3 healthcare professionals that see ACL injuries daily. They discuss how we should be moving forward to reduce the rates of this injury, why this injury happens, and what we can do to prevent it. This topic deserves more attention, so my goal is to educate more folks about the prevalence of this injury and how we can prevent it by holding athletic clubs accountable to implement injury prevention programs.
Created by: Cassandra Harwich
The Truth About SOGI
The Truth About SOGI navigates the intersection of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) within Canadian schools.
Join us as we uncover the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing efforts to create inclusive learning environments for all students. From policy discussions to personal anecdotes, we'll explore the evolving landscape of SOGI education in Canada. Get ready for in-depth conversations, expert insights, and practical strategies for fostering acceptance and understanding in schools.
Created by: Jomy Thomas and Rifat Tejani, with guest speaker Zoe from the Positive Space Alliance (PSA)
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