The world’s largest technology firms including Dell, Apple, Tesla and Alphabet, have come under fire with human rights activists. A recent lawsuit alleges these companies are knowingly benefiting from children mining cobalt in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This week on #VOAOurVoices, our panel of guests to discuss the feasibility of fighting unlawful child labor practices by corporate giants and, most often, informal work relationships. Terry Collingsworth, attorney and executive director of International Rights Advocates, join hosts Auriane Itangishaka, Ayen Bior and guest co-host Mary Mugawe of VOA Swahili to examine how to protect 73 million African children who work under the age of 15. Also, Mulowa Kajoba, founder and chairperson Galaxy of Universal Potential, a program providing educational opportunities in Democratic Republic of Congo joins the conversation via Skype.
Episodes
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April 19, 2024
Our Voices 616: Autistic women on the spectrum for success
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April 12, 2024
Our Voices 615: Money and Marriage
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April 05, 2024
Our Voices 614 : Overcoming Depression
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March 22, 2024
Our Voices 612: The Lives of Africa’s First-Born Daughters
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March 15, 2024
Our Voices 611: Honoring Women of Courage