National Geographic Presents: IMPACT with Gal Gadot (2021)

6.0 (2 votes)

1 Season

April 26, 2021

English

Documentary

Synopsis

Follow inspiring women living in communities marred by violence, poverty, trauma, discrimination, oppression and natural disasters, and yet, against all odds, dare to dream, stand out, speak up and lead.

Creator

Jaron Varsano, Ryan Harrington, Ana Gil de Diego

Network

National Geographic

Episodes

Ice Breakers

Apr 26, 2021

13 min

Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.: Follows the story of Kameryn, a 20-year-old figure skating coach in Detroit who has dedicated her life to coaching young girls of color to empower them both on and off the ice.

Surf Sisters

May 3, 2021

13 min

Half Moon Bay, California, U.S.A.: Kelsey of Half Moon Bay, California, is driven by two passions: surfing and helping people through grief and trauma.

The Ripple Effect

May 10, 2021

13 min

San Juan, Puerto Rico, U.S.A.: Discover the inspiring story of Arianna, a 19-year-old woman leading a team of college students who invented a water filtration system.

Coming Home

May 17, 2021

13 min

Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A.: Meet Kayla, who has dedicated her life to helping homeless transgender women of color in Memphis, Tennessee. Having experienced homelessness and violence herself, Kayla has created a safe community for these notoriously discriminated-against people.

Killer Red Fox

May 24, 2021

13 min

Grand Caillou/Dulac, Louisiana, U.S.A.: Meet Chief Shirell, the first female chief of her southern Louisiana tribe. Her ancestors have lived on the land for hundreds of years, and they are now expected to be among the United States’ first climate refugees.

Na Ponta dos Pés (On Pointe)

May 31, 2021

13 min

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Witness the inspiring story of Tuany, a 23-year-old ballet dancer who started a dance company for young girls in the middle of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most dangerous favelas.