disasters at Brave New Films

Broken promises for China quake surviviors - Nov 11 200

2008-11-15T00:55:57Z

Six months after a massive earthquake struck central China, killing more than 80,000 people, survivors are pleading with the government for the compensation they were promised.

Since the quake hit it has been widely understood that the rebuilding process would be a long, arduous task, but for many Chinese, progress has been far too slow.

Al Jazeera's Tony Cheng reports from Sichuan province.

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HEAVEN ON EARTH

2008-11-19T04:27:51Z

HEAVEN ON EARTH
Permaculture with Rico Zook
a 25minute film by Bruce Weaver

SYNOPSIS
What images do we hold in mind for the future of humankind, and the planet? At present, we are bombarded with images of global climate change, worldwide food and water shortages and catastrophic wars. Heaven On Earth is a video travelogue documenting the work of permaculturist Rico Zook. Join us as we travel with Rico to the Northern most part of India in the shade of the towering Himalayas, to glimpse the future through Rico's eyes and learn what permaculture is, and what it has to offer both humanity and the planet. Is it possible we might find heaven on earth here, and now? Watch and see.

This film is available for purchase!
20$ Donation Get a copy for your permaculture event or get a copy for your school.

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Search for Philippine ferry survivors - June 23 2008

2008-10-26T15:31:46Z

Just a few survivors of a ferry disaster in the Philippines have made their way to shore.

The "Princess of the Stars" sank in heavy seas caused by Typhoon Fengshen.

Al Jazeera's Paul Allen reports

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Richard Carmona - Humanitarian Aid and Foreign Policy

2008-10-14T11:29:35Z

Complete video at: fora.tv

Former U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona argues for greater forcus on humanitarian aid as a staple of American foreign policy.

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Prevention: The Key to Heading off a National Health-Care Crisis with former Surgeon General Richard Carmona, M.D.

Carmona describes the current health crisis as preventable and reversible. He notes that chronic disease accounts for 7 in 10 deaths and 75 cents of every dollar spent on health care in the United States.

As 17th U.S. surgeon general, Carmona worked to revise our nation's approach to health by emphasizing the importance of increasing prevention, eliminating health disparities and improving health literacy.

Carmona's rise to being "doctor of the nation" is particularly remarkable because of his disadvantaged childhood. He was homeless at age 6 and a high-school dropout at 17. Join us to hear Carmona's insights about our health-care challenges and opportunities - The Commonwealth Club of California

Dr. Richard H. Carmona was born to a poor family in New York City. Dr. Carmona experienced homelessness, hunger and health disparities during his youth. The experiences greatly sensitized him to the relationships among culture, health, education and economic status and shaped his future.

After dropping out of high school, Dr. Carmona enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1967. While serving, he earned his General Equivalency Diploma and went on to become a combat-decorated Special Forces Vietnam veteran. After leaving active duty, he was able to attend Bronx Community College of the City University of New York through an open enrollment program for veterans. He earned an associate of arts degree and then attended the University of California, San Francisco, where he received a bachelor of science degree (1977) and medical degree (1979). At the University of California Medical School, Dr. Carmona was awarded the prestigious gold-headed cane as the top graduate.

Originally trained in general and vascular surgery after medical school, Dr. Carmona completed a
National Institutes of Health-sponsored fellowship in trauma, burns and critical care. He is a Fellow
of the American College of Surgeons. Recruited jointly by the Tucson (Arizona) Medical Center and
the University of Arizona, Dr. Carmona started and directed Arizona's first regional trauma care
system, and became the chairman of the State of Arizona Southern Regional Emergency Medical
System, a professor of surgery, public health and family and community medicine at the University
of Arizona, and the Pima County Sheriff's Department surgeon and deputy sheriff.

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Relief Efforts Just Got Better

2008-11-19T04:35:20Z

One reason why relief efforts are improving globally: Global Relief Technologies. See the whole show and learn how you can make a difference in your town now at www.theresident.net.

GRT is now hiring! Check them out at www.globalrelieftech.com.

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Unbelievable Katrina Lawsuit!

2008-10-18T03:30:44Z

Hurricane Katrina lawsuit from a victim for a few dollars. Watch the entire show at www.theyoungturks.com

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Feds: When disaster strikes, ask for I.D.

2008-01-12T20:17:45Z

If there's another 9/11 or major earthquake, our federal government will require an I.D. before you save a life.

"They're more worried about keeping volunteers out than doing an analysis of what really went wrong," [Ground Zero volunteer Rhonda] Shearer said. "Independent citizens need to be involved, where we have no ax to grind or cross to bear. But we will tell the truth, and we will tell what we see and bear witness to the incompetence."

That's right. The feds think it's more important to cover up incompetence than to shuttle supplies to police and fire workers. See? Our government cares. They just want to love us to death, don't they?

In an effort to provide better control and coordination, the federal government is launching an ambitious ID program for rescue workers to keep everyday people from swarming to a disaster scene.

While big unruly crowds can hinder emergency aid, it seems to me that it's more likely that the benefits of volunteer assistance outweigh the risks. But then who am I but just some schlemiel with a heart instead of a piece of coal.

Shearer said she's convinced that agencies aren't equipped to handle major disasters — but "don't want outsiders pointing out their failings". Ding ding ding! We have a winner.

For reasons ranging from general safety to protection from lawsuits, construction and demolition companies want to see a disaster ID card program succeed.

There it is. The magic word: Lawsuits. And I.D. cards? They're all the rage. Get yours today!

It Happen In....Oklahoma - 13 August 07 - Part 2

2008-10-25T15:29:45Z

The first of a four part series looking at major disasters across the globe.

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It Happen In....Oklahoma - 13 August 07 - Part 2

2008-10-25T15:29:46Z

The first of a four part series looking at major disasters across the globe.

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