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

FEATURED PROGRAMS

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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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 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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PMC SPOTLIGHTS

World Population Day – July 11th

Population Media Center (PMC) invites you to join us in commemorating World Population Day.

July 11th marks the day where we, as a world, come together and shine a light on various population issues such as the importance of family planning and gender equality, ending poverty, improving maternal health, and upholding human rights. Addressing each of these issues is critical to achieving a healthy and environmentally balanced world.

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Call for Entries for the Population Institute’s 31st Annual Global Media Awards

The Population Institute’s Global Media Awards are devoted to drawing attention to global population issues. The award honors those who have contributed to creating an awareness of population problems through their journalistic endeavors in a meritorious manner.
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PMC Spring Newsletter Now Available

The Spring 2010 newsletter features stories about PMC’s programs in Ethiopia, the United States and Papua New Guinea.

Spring 2010 Newsletter (PDF, 2MB)

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