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Human Trafficking—Breaking Down the Stereotypes
Monday, January 28 @ 5pm - Full event details
A screening and discussion of the documentary "Not My Life". Help debate, discuss and debunk the myths of human trafficking. Sponsor: Action Coalition on Human Trafficking
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Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide
Tuesday, January 29 @ 7:30pm - Full event details
Inspired by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn's book, this documentary introduces women and girls who are living under some of the most difficult circumstances imaginable and fighting bravely to change them. Moderated by Prof. Phil Okeke-Ihejirika, Women’s Studies Program.
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When China Met Africa
Wednesday, January 30 @ 5pm - Full event details
An historic gathering of over 50 African heads of state in Beijing reverberates in Zambia where the lives of three characters unfold. Moderated by Dr. Malinda Smith, Dept. of Political Science. Sponsor: Global Visions Film Festival.
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EIFF Lunch Box Shorts
Thursday, January 31 @ 12pm - Full event details
A 45 minute, eye-opening journey through film featuring the Edmonton International Film Festival's best Canadian and International short films that inspire us to change our worldview and think a little differently. Lunch is included. Sponsor: Edmonton International Film Festival
Crash
Thursday, January 31 @ 5pm - Full event details
Crash tells the story of how racism, stereotypes and social tensions impact our lives by using Los Angeles, California as a stage.
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Schooling the World: The White Man's Last Burden
Friday, February 1 @ 5pm - Full event details
This film raises fundamental questions around the universal necessity and positive impact of the modern Western education system. Many people believe education is the key to a better world, but is education a one size fits all model? Are we creating more harm than good by implanting Western education systems on a global scale? Sponsor: Global, Environmental and Outdoor Education Council, Alberta Teachers' Association
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