Half the Sky: Intergenerational Prostitution in India

Season 1 Episode 1

About the Episode

This educational module adapted from the documentary series Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide follows journalist Nicholas Kristof and actress America Ferrara as they investigate intergenerational prostitution in India, and meet change maker Urmi Basu.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 10m 44s

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