Population Media Center (PMC) works worldwide using entertainment-education for social change. PMC’s programs encourage positive behavior change among the audience. Learn More »

U.S. Population News Strategy

Today, our planet faces a “perfect storm” of unprecedented challenges including climate change, food and water shortages, and a severe energy crisis, all of which are aggravated by a rapidly expanding population.

To inform the American people about population issues and the ramifications of continued population growth, PMC is placing population experts on radio and television talk shows throughout the country.

Listen to interviews with population experts

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Electronic Game

Around the world, 1 out of 3 women has been beaten, coerced into sex, or abused in some other way. Violence against women has been called the most pervasive yet least recognized human rights abuse in the world.

PMC has created an electronic game for young boys aimed at preventing violence against women. Electronic games are a unique vehicle for reaching young audiences and have the potential to create a positive impact on gender issues by profoundly shifting beliefs, stereotypes, and attitudes.

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Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea is one of the most culturally diverse places on the planet. With a population of nearly 6.4 million, this country is growing rapidly.

Papua New Guinea’s total fertility rate of 4.4 children per woman is among the highest in the Pacific Region. The population growth and related poverty of the country is contributing to widespread environmental pressures. Addressing rapid population growth, contributing factors such as violence against women, and other related social and health issues such as HIV/AIDS is crucial to improving the overall health and well-being of people in Papua New Guinea.

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