People Fixing the World

TV BRA in Norway is a unique media organisation. Their fortnightly national news show is presented by reporters who have learning disabilities or are autistic. Through interviews with politicians and other authority figures the station aims to hold the powerful to account, while also changing the way that people with learning disabilities are seen.We join them in their flashy new studio in Bergen where the journalists share some of their best stories and tell us about their aspirations for the future.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Reporter/producer: William Kremer Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Andrew Mills(Image: In the studio of TV Bra, William Kremer/BBC)

Eva Mwai, Director at North Star Alliance, shares her insights on innovative health services in Kenya. She discusses how barbershops are transforming into mental health safe spaces for young men, facilitating crucial conversations about well-being. Mwai also highlights mobile clinics at truck stops, providing essential healthcare to long-distance drivers facing unique health challenges. The blend of community support and targeted healthcare initiatives aims to break societal barriers and promote men's health awareness.

In the UK, innovative efforts are underway to restore marine ecosystems facing threats from overfishing and climate change. Scientists in Yorkshire are working with local fishing communities to protect lobster stocks, while Devon introduces artificial reefs to boost marine life in barren waters. Unique reef cubes aim to replicate natural habitats, fostering biodiversity. The podcast also investigates environmental challenges, sharing captivating stories of restoring lost marine life and balancing conservation with local fishing traditions.

The Awajun people have lived in the Amazon rainforest for thousands of years but their way of life and environment is under threat from deforestation and unsustainable farming. Now Awajun women farmers have begun mixing old traditions with new technology to make a material which offers an alternative to leather made from animals. The women are working with a fashion company which helps turn the sap from the local Shiringa tree into a rubber-like fabric used in clothes and shoes.We also find out how one native plant which grows in the desert regions of Niger has been rediscovered by locals. Hansa was previously seen as a food only eaten in desperation but a social enterprise has changed its image. It’s now become popular in local cookery and has been found to be both nutritious and sustainable.Plus we hear from a member of the Western Apache community in the US who tells us how learning about her native foods has helped both her and her community eat more nutritiously.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Niger reporter: Sasha Gankin Producer/reporter: Claire Bowes Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Andrew Mills(Image: Members of the Awajun tribe in Peru looking up at a Shiringa tree, Collective Fashion Justice)

Half of the world's population don't have access to essential healthcare, according to the World Health Organisation. And even in highly developed countries many still lose out. This week on People Fixing The World we hear about some ideas that aim to change that. We jump on board a hospital train that travels around South Africa providing affordable treatments to remote communities. And we step into a truck in a British supermarket car park, which is catching early cases of lung cancer when it’s much more treatable.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer/reporter: Claire Bates South Africa reporter: Mpho Lakaje Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Andrew Mills

Presenter Myra Anubi visits western Kenya to see an innovative project that’s using hi-tech drones to deliver HIV drugs and testing kits. It’s an attempt to tackle the number of infections amongst young adults in the region. The drones are dropping HIV kits at youth-focused events such as football matches and concerts. The idea is to take away some of the stigma surrounding HIV/Aids and make treatment more accessible.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Producer: Richard Kenny Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Annie Gardiner

Myra Anubi, a climate solutions advocate, teams up with Jordan Dunbar to unveil innovative strategies for tackling climate change. They explore fascinating initiatives like tidal power in Northern Ireland and floating solar panels in Albania. The conversation dives into community-driven projects protecting forests in Borneo and Colombia, showcasing how grassroots efforts can make a significant impact. Listen in as they highlight the importance of combining technology and community engagement to create a sustainable future.

Anna Holligan, a contributor to an innovative project aimed at reducing smartphone dependence, dives into the rising concerns about smartphones impacting adults and children. She explores campaigns encouraging parents to delay their kids' first phone. The discussion reveals grassroots movements, like Movimiento Disconnector, fighting for smartphone-free childhoods. Holligan also shares insights from an Amsterdam initiative where people hand over phones for real-life engagement, showcasing the joys and challenges of disconnecting from technology while fostering genuine human connections.

In this intriguing discussion, architect Francis Kéré, known for his work in Burkina Faso, shares how he uses local materials to create naturally cool spaces without air conditioning. Claire Bowes, a savvy BBC reporter, investigates groundbreaking alternatives to traditional AC systems, including innovative refrigerant-free technologies that may revolutionize the industry. Together, they tackle the environmental impact of rising cooling demands and highlight sustainable solutions that blend engineering with traditional wisdom for a cooler, greener future.

As athletes from around the world strive for glory at the Paris Olympics, we look at how sport has a unique ability to change people’s lives for the better. In a refugee camp in Lebanon we meet those who are being inspired by that most traditional of sports, cricket. In Kenya we meet women from the toughest backgrounds who are taking on the world at football - and learning important life lessons as they go. Plus we hear the remarkable story of a cyclist from Afghanistan who is part of the Refugee Olympic Team.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer: Richard Kenny Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Annie Gardiner(Image: Vijana Amani Pamoja football team, Richard Kenny/BBC)