The Carter Center (audio)
Summary: Carter Center podcasts highlight issues of national and global importance as they relate to the Center's work and feature former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, with Carter Center and other global peace and health experts. The Carter Center, in partnership with Emory University, is committed to advancing human rights and alleviating unnecessary human suffering. Founded in 1982 by President and Mrs. Carter, the Atlanta-based Center has helped to improve the quality of life for people in more than 70 countries. Learn more at www.cartercenter.org
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Podcasts:
Middle East experts discuss the current crisis in the region. Panelists include Daniel Levy, former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak and leader of the Geneva Peace Initiative; former Minister of Information in the Palestinian NUG Mustapha Barghouthi; and moderator is David Carroll, director of the Carter Center's Democracy Program.
Gaps in insurance coverage, problems with access to care, and the stigma surrounding mental illnesses can contribute to an environment that discourages employees from seeking help and treatment. Panelists include Ron Bachman, president and CEO of Healthcare Visions, Inc., and a nationally recognized expert on mental health parity; Tom Johnson, former CEO of CNN, and mental health advocate; Henry Harbin, psychiatrist and former CEO of Magellan Health Services; and Cynthia Wainscott, Board Member of Mental Health America. Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, founder of the Carter Center's Mental Health Task Force, introduces the participants.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright speak on the prospects for lasting peace in the Palestinian territories to a sold-out audience at The Carter Center.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter provides a briefing on Carter Center initiatives in disease eradication, conflict resolution, democracy building, and mental health promotion. Carter Center Executive Director Dr. John Hardman moderates.