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Myths and Realities Apr 16, 2009

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Mental illnesses are extremely common—one in four Americans will experience one in their lifetime—yet advances in treatment and understanding of mental illnesses have not changed public perception of these disorders. Many people incorrectly believe mental illnesses cannot be treated or that a person with a mental illness is more likely to be violent. Noted mental health and anti-stigma experts Dr. Patrick Corrigan, Dr. Ben Druss, and Charles Willis address these and other misconceptions that are the most harmful to efforts to improve access to mental health care and fight discrimination against people with mental illness. The discussion is facilitated by the Center's Mental Health Program Director Dr. Thom Bornemann. 4/16/2009

Beyond Free and Fair Feb 25, 2009

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Election observers play a vital role in the elections of countries emerging from conflict. Their presence deters interference or fraud and reassures voters that they can safely and secretly cast their ballots, and their assessments are central to determining whether an election is considered genuinely democratic. Hear from leaders in the field of international election observation and administration as they discuss witnessing elections in countries emerging from warfare or under threat of new conflict. Recent and upcoming election projects will be analyzed as well as emerging standards for credible elections, a project spearheaded by The Carter Center. Panelists include Ammar Dwaik; former chief electoral officer of the Palestinian Central Election Commission; Ambassador Christian Strohal, permanent representative of Austria to the United Nations and specialized agencies in Geneva, and former director of the Office of Democratic Institutions and Human Rights; and Ilona Tip, senior advisor of conflict management, democracy, and electoral education at the Electoral Institute of South Africa (EISA). David Carroll, director of the Carter Center's Democracy Program, will moderate. 2/25/2009

Zeroing In On Guinea Worm Disease Jan 15, 2009

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When The Carter Center began leading the campaign to eradicate Guinea worm in 1986, there were an estimated 3.5 million cases of the disease in 20 countries in Africa and Asia. Today, there are fewer than 5,000 cases in six African countries—Sudan, Ghana, Mali, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Niger—making Guinea worm disease poised to be the next disease after smallpox to be eradicated. Dr. Donald Hopkins, who directs all health programs at The Carter Center and is a leading expert on disease eradication including smallpox, and Dr. Ernesto Ruiz-Tiben, who leads the Center's Guinea worm eradication program, discuss the journey toward this public health achievement and the strategy to reach zero cases of the disease. 1/15/2009

Restoring Rights and Rules: A New Human Rights Agenda for the United States Dec 03, 2008

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The U.S. human rights record has been greatly tarnished by Guantanamo Bay, Abu Ghraib, and other events during recent years. Join former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Egyptian human rights defender Saad Ibrahim, Executive Director of Amnesty International USA Larry Cox, and Chairperson of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission Sima Samar as they discuss how the next administration can restore the reputation of the United States on human rights. Event will be moderated by Karin Ryan, director of the Carter Center's Human Rights Program. 12/03/2008

The Crab & The Fly: River Blindness Oct 01, 2008

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In the dense forests of Uganda, the fight against river blindness follows an especially challenging mission. Watch public health specialists from The Carter Center as they journey to the black fly's breeding area, discover how freshwater crabs play a unique role in the life cycle of the insect, and learn how dedicated field workers devote tireless efforts to the demanding job of eradicating the fly and the terrible disease it carries. 10/1/2008

River Blindness in Uganda Oct 01, 2008

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A Conversation With The Carters Sep 23, 2008

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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter discuss current initiatives at The Carter Center and their recent activities. Moderated by Carter Center CEO Dr. John Hardman.

Role of Media in Liberia Civil War Jun 04, 2008

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Panel discussion on the role of the media during Liberia's civil war, moderated by Isha Sesay, host of CNN International's Inside Africa, held at The Carter Center on June 4, 2008. Sponsored by The Carter Center; Emory Institute for Developing Nations; Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan LLP; and Atlanta Friends of the Liberian Truth & Reconciliation Commission.

Guinea Worm's Last Stand Southern Sudan May 01, 2008

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The Guinea worm eradication campaign in Southern Sudan led by The Carter Center, Southern Sudan's government, and other key partners. See how Guinea worm disease affects the lives of villagers who struggle to survive in a land just emerging from decades of civil war, and how the Carter Center's dedicated health workers face enormous challenges on the front lines of this historic final battle. 5/1/2008

Guinea Worm: Countdown to Zero May 01, 2008

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The end of Guinea worm disease is within reach -- the result of a 22-year eradication campaign led by The Carter Center. In 1986, there were 3.5 million cases of Guinea worm in 20 countries in Africa and Asia. That number has now been reduced by more than 99 percent, with fewer than 5,000 cases remaining worldwide, concentrated primarily in Ghana and Sudan. 5/1/2008

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