Women in the World Video Library

A performance by Suma Tharu

Editor in Chief, Newsweek & The Daily Beast

An inside account of the dramatic rescue of a female British citizen from Islamabad, who has been forced by her family to marry against her will.Moderated by: Lesley Stahl, Correspondent, 60 Minutes Chaz Akoshile, Joint Head, Forced Marriage Unit, U.K.Albert David, MBE, Head of Consular Assistance, B...

An inside account of the dramatic rescue of a female British citizen from Islamabad, who has been forced by her family to marry against her will.Moderated by: Lesley Stahl, Correspondent, 60 Minutes Chaz Akoshile, Joint Head, Forced Marriage Unit, U.K.Albert David, MBE, Head of Consular Assistance, B...

Despite bearing the greatest brunt of the devastating horrors of war, women remain the pillars of their families and societies, and the source of strength that becomes the foundation of recovery.SUMA’S SONG7:35 PM8:00 PM8:10 PMIntervIewed by: Charlie Ros...

Sandra Uwiringiyimana, Genocide Survivor; Spokesperson,Foundation of Hope Ministries; Photographer

Angelina Jolie, Writer, Director, Actress, and Goodwill Ambassador, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Brian T. Moynihan, CEO, Bank of America

International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde in conversation with Niall Ferguson on the European financial crisis, the global economy, and the greatest challenges and top priorities for the IMF in the coming months.IntervIewed by: Niall Ferguson, Laurence A. Tisch Professor of History, Harvard...

Tina Brown, Editor in Chief, Newsweek & The Daily Beast, Broadway star Holland Taylor as Governor Ann RichardsHolland Taylor, Actor and Playwright

Has the definition—or importance—of professional success changed since the dawn of feminism?Moderated by: Sheryl Sandberg, COO, FacebookJill Abramson, Executive Editor, The New York TimesShelby Knox, Director of Women’s Rights Organizing, Change.org Anne Kornblut, Deputy Political Editor, The W...

The co-winner of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize talks with Tina Brown about the power of women in conflict zones to replicateGbowee’s interfaith coalition that brought peace to Liberia.IntervIewed by: Tina Brown, Editor in Chief, Newsweek & The Daily BeastLeymah Gbowee, Founder and President, Gbowee Pe...

As the U.S. prepares to pull out of Afghanistan, what will become of Afghan women and girls? Much of the answer lies with Afghan men.Moderated by: Christiane Amanpour, Global Affairs Anchor, ABC News; Host and Chief International Correspondent, CNN InternationalBibi Hokmina, Elected Member, Provincia...

Do women leaders bring different gifts than men to the increasinglycomplex challenges of local, national, and international security?Moderated by: Charlie Rose, Executive Editor and Anchor, Charlie Rose; Anchor, CBS This Morning The Honorable Jane Harman, Director, President, and CEO, Woodrow Wilson ...

In the face of current global economic turbulence, women are a critical force in meeting the demands of the new employment landscape. Muhtar Kent, Chairman and CEOof The Coca-Cola Company, discusses his view on why women around the globe are set to become key participants in ‘cracking the code’ f...

Over the past two decades, violence against women in Central America and Mexico has surged. Panelists explore what’s fueling this perilous culture for women and girls.Moderated by: Christopher Dickey, Paris Bureau Chiefand Middle East Regional Editor, Newsweek & The Daily Beast Norma Andrade, Found...

Gabi Zedlmayer and Barbara Bush discuss leveragingnew technologies to tackle critical global health challenges.Moderated by: Cheryl Dorsey, President, Echoing Green Barbara Bush, CEO and Co-Founder, Global Health CorpsGabi Zedlmayer, Vice President, Sustainability and Social Innovation, HP

Gabi Zedlmayer and Barbara Bush discuss leveragingnew technologies to tackle critical global health challenges.Moderated by: Cheryl Dorsey, President, Echoing Green Barbara Bush, CEO and Co-Founder, Global Health CorpsGabi Zedlmayer, Vice President, Sustainability and Social Innovation, HP

75% of China’s women have entered the workforce, and they’re joining the middle class at a blistering speed. Both bound and freed by certain traditions, Chinese women are smashing stereotypes. And the world is watching.Moderated by: Barbara Walters, ABC News Correspondent; Creator/Co-Executive Pr...

In Afghanistan, U.S. women soldiers are reinventing counter- insurgency in remote, volatile regions. Yet far more female soldiers in the U.S. military are exhibiting trauma caused by sexual assault—most often committed by their fellow soldiers—than trauma from the front lines. How to simultaneous...

The 2012 campaign year has unexpectedly been dominated by social issues, particularly when it comes to women’s rights. Celebrating her 25th anniversary in Congress, the Democratic Leader in a candid conversation with Pat Mitchell.IntervIewed by: Pat Mitchell, President and CEO, The Paley Center for...

Two young entrepreneurs from Harvard share the storyof their incredible “sOccket” invention, which is bringing electricity to impoverished communities around the world.IntervIewed by: Allison Samuels, Senior Writer, Newsweek & The Daily BeastJessica O. Matthews, Co-Founder and CEO, Uncharted Play...

Russian journalist Masha Gessen on her explosive new book on Vladimir Putin, and whether Russia might be primed for another revolution.IntervIewed by: Chrystia Freeland, Global Editor at Large, Thomson ReutersMasha Gessen, Author, The Man Without A Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin

This program delves into how women are faring in the aftermath of the ‘great recession’ and takes a forward- leaning look at the emerging job market. Based on recent research and analysis, this panel of leading business women will compare strategies for meeting the challenges thatlie ahead both f...

Women’s economic security is American economic security: the Chair of the White House Council on Women and Girls and Senior Advisor to President Obama discusses the role of women in the economic recovery and how women are integral to keeping America competitive in the 21st century.Moderated by: Mel...

Israeli Opposition Leader Tzipi Livni on the crisis with Iran, the role of women in resolving the Palestinian conflict, and women’s rights versus cultural tenets. IntervIewed by: Simon Schama, University Professor and Author Tzipi Livni, Head, Kadima Party; Opposition Leader, Israel

A tribute to legendary war correspondent Marie Colvin, and an interview with the Pulitzer-Prize-winning photographer who was kidnapped by Gaddafi’s forces.Lynsey Addario, Photographer

A tribute to legendary war correspondent Marie Colvin, and an interview with the Pulitzer-Prize-winning photographer who was kidnapped by Gaddafi’s forces.Lynsey Addario, Photographer

A year ago they stood with the men in Tahrir Square and demanded democratic reform, but since then Egypt’s revolutionary women have been attacked, jailed, and marginalized. Women from across the country’s political spectrum describe their efforts to elevate the influence of Egyptian women at this...

Anna Netrebko, world-renowned Russian soprano and star of the Metropolitan Opera, gives a special live performance.Anna Netrebko, World-Renowned Operatic Soprano

A short film highlighting the efforts of Olympic runner Allyson Felix as an Athlete Ambassador for Right to Play. Through games and sports, Right to Play is committed to providing opportunities for development, health, and peace through the power of play, encouraging the physical, social, and emotion...

Members of the exclusive club of women who have led nationsdiscuss the global imperative to elevate more women into their ranks. Moderated by: Andrea Mitchell, Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent, NBC; Host, MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell ReportsThe Honorable Jane Harman, Director, President,and CEO, Wood...

A conversation with Lauren Bush Lauren, on the inspiration and impact of Project FEED, which has provided more than 65 million school meals to children around the world through the saleof artisan-made bags.IntervIewed by: Alex Witt, MSNBC Anchor, Weekendswith Alex Witt, and NBC CorrespondentLauren Bu...

What happens when women assume authority in the justice pipeline, and how do they make real change happen? Two powerful champions of justice, both lawyers who happen to be sisters,talk about their approaches to creating a more just future.Moderated by: Cynthia McFadden, Co-Anchor, ABC News’ Nightli...

An exciting new initiative to engage college-aged women Kim K. Azzarelli, President, Women in the World Foundation

17-year-old Talia Leman, CEO and Founder of RandomKid.org, shares the story behind her grassroots organization that supports and mentors children around the world who are passionate about improving the lives of others.IntervIewed by: Jill Iscol, Ed. D., President, IF Hummingbird Foundation, and Autho...

With the explosion of digital and social media, girls’ lives now unfold in the most public of spaces. Yet innovative young women are harnessing digital technology, owning their images, and leveraging the issues that are most important to them.Moderated by: Chelsea Clinton, Board Member, Clinton Fou...

A conversation with Principal Asenath Andrews about the educational innovation of Detroit’s Catherine Ferguson Academyfor Young Women.IntervIewed by: Renée Montagne, Co-Host, NPR’s Morning Edition Asenath Andrews, Founding Principal, CatherineFerguson Academy, Detroit, MITiffini Baldwin, Cather...

Sarah Brown, Dr. Ida Odinga of Kenya, and Shelly Esque of Intel discuss the importance of educating girls throughout the world, and what it takes to break down the barriers preventing some girls from receiving an education.Moderated by: Juju Chang, Correspondent, ABC News’ Nightline Sarah Brown, CE...

Presenting Suma, one of several remarkable young girls in 10x10’s groundbreaking feature film whose life has been transformed by the opportunity to go to school.Moderated by: Juju ChangRichard E. Robbins, Director, 10x10Suma Tharu, Room to Read Girls’ Education Program Scholar

Presenting Suma, one of several remarkable young girls in 10x10’s groundbreaking feature film whose life has been transformed by the opportunity to go to school.Moderated by: Juju ChangRichard E. Robbins, Director, 10x10Suma Tharu, Room to Read Girls’ Education Program Scholar

With Burmese elections only weeks away, is this a turning pointfor the women and girls of the homeland of Aung San Suu Kyi? Moderated by: Tina Brown, Editor in Chief,Newsweek & The Daily BeastMelanne Verveer, U.S. Ambassador-at-Large forGlobal Women’s Issues, U.S. Department of State Zin Mar Aung, ...