This February, in celebration of Black History Month, WORLD is premiering two new HBCU Week episodes on LOCAL, USA; encores of AFROPOP: THE ULTIMATE CULTURAL EXCHANGE; a special presentation of EYES ON THE PRIZE; and more. Also this month, Ukrainian women share their personal experiences of enduring life in a war zone in the new DOC WORLD film, “Ukrainian Storybox: A Woman’s War,” and STORIES FROM THE STAGE brings love and storytelling together with new episodes in time for Valentine’s Day.
The civil rights movement was set in motion by activists of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. While some of its leaders are familiar, Walter White — NAACP head from 1929 to 1955 and one of America’s most influential Black men — has been all but forgotten. This film traces the fascinating and complex life of this neglected civil rights hero. From AMERICAN EXPERIENCE.
Black Stories
Black history is American history. As we renew our collective commitment to lifting up the stories of Black movement makers and culture creators who define our world, we remember the names reshaping people, policies, and perspectives on race in America. Celebrate Black History Month through the stories of leaders, artists, and everyday individuals making waves big, small and extraordinary.
Ukrainian Storybox: A Woman's War
On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Most Ukrainian men ages 18-60 have been prohibited from leaving while women have either sought refuge in neighboring countries or stayed behind, living under constant threat. In Ukrainian Storybox: A Woman's War, Ukrainian women share what they are experiencing, providing a panoramic view of a war from the female perspective.
FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS
WORLD celebrates Black History Month this February with new films, encores of inspiring Black stories, a month-long presentation of EYES ON THE PRIZE, and more – explore the list in our monthly viewer’s guide.
Two new HBCU Week NOW episodes premiering on LOCAL, USA (“Changemakers” on 2/3 and “Innovation” on 2/10) demonstrate the power of Black student demonstrations and the prowess of HBCU athletic and academic programs. And as we approach the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war, Ukrainian women share their stories of life in a war zone in “Ukrainian Stoybox: A Woman’s War,” now streaming.
Plus, STORIES FROM THE STAGE brings love and storytelling together just in time for Valentine’s Day with “Meant to Happen” (2/3) and “Smitten” (2/10).
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What's New
The Russia-Ukraine war from the perspective of Ukrainian women who have fled and stayed behind.
Black history is American history. As we renew our collective commitment to lifting up the stories of Black movement makers and culture creators who define our world. Celebrate Black History Month with stories of leaders, artists, and everyday individuals making waves.
Life is full of moments that feel destined - leading to love, laughter, or lessons learned.
Illustrating the power and success of peaceful student-led protests at HBCUs.
Silence in Sikeston is a multi-platform project exploring necessary questions about history, trauma, silence and resilience through one small Missouri city. Find out how to watch the film, listen to the podcast and learn more about the story of Sikeston.
Love strikes in the most peculiar way, leaving moments of connection, heartbreak, and serendipity.
Exploring how HBCU programs and initiatives are changing and saving lives in the community.
Women leaders reclaim for their right to share the indigenous practice of controlled burning.
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