Ever since Mexico's former President Felipe Calderón declared a war on drugs in 2006, over 50,000 lives has been claimed because of drug related violence. With time, the war only gets more brutal and out of control.
How does a juvenile get incarcerated for 13 years in prison? How does he strengthen himself for survival? How does he purify his mind? After being released, join us as Jimmy re-establishes his life, one step at a time.
Sustainable green living isn't only a lifestyle choice in New York City, it's a movement of many individuals who use their time and resources to provide organic vegetables to people and help support animal rights.
New Orleans is known for its cuisine, cultural festivals and the birthplace of Jazz. Join us in the second part to USTC360's special feature to commemorate the 7th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
Hoping to change current situations in Mexico, Tzu Chi sent a medical team not only to treat the patients in need, but also to establish a long term medical system.
Honduras is considered to be one of the most dangerous countries in the world. Despite this, many of these people are trying to do something good to help the country and its inhabitants.
What's life like in Juvenile Hall? How does one make a child valuable, despite being in prison for the rest of his life? Jimmy remembers when he was 16 years old, something happened, something transcendent - wake up.
As the current Tzu Chi generation slowly grows older though, there becomes a greater need to rely on youth. But are they ready and willing to take on this responsibility?
It's been almost three years after the earthquake. Let's go see how Tzu Chi has remained actively committed to help the country and the people recover day-by-day.
Right after Super Storm Sandy, the Tzu Chi Volunteers from the East Coast have been providing many different kinds of help in both New Jersey and New York.
Follow us in NY, where Tzu Chi has organized emergency cash cards distributions in record time while everywhere in the United States, the Tzu Chi Chapters are fundraising to contribute to the efforts.
Three weeks after Sandy made landfall, Tzu Chi volunteers are still providing assistance in the most affected areas, where some residents feel forgotten.
Almost a month after Superstorm Sandy, families now have to rebuild their houses and their lives. They have to start over. To help them Tzu Chi's assistance, care and love is most welcome.
Americans today are wasting 40% of their food. Uneaten food accounts for second largest component of landfill. Join us in this episode as we scour the streets of New York City to find ways to reduce and recover quality, fresh food.
The road to recovery seems so long to those who had lost their homes, but they know they are not fighting alone with the helps of the people of their own communities and other organizations.
We continue our journey in Haiti three years after the earthquake. This week we bring you updates on the two main reconstruction projects Tzu Chi is undertaking in Port Au Prince, the Kindergarten Durocher and the College Marie-Anne.
With Robert Labrousse, Haiti's Secretary of State for External Cooperation, let's have a look back at the work that Tzu Chi has done since the earthquake until today and what the hope is for the future.
Tiffany found out her unborn child would not be like most other children. It was in fact uncertain whether Carrie would even survive birth. Let's go see how the whole family overcame their difficulties.
France is the most nuclearized country in the world with 19 plants and 58 reactors. USTC 360 went to France to meet with both pro and anti-nuclear activists to understand more of the ongoing challenges there.
An 85-year-old grandma and a 13-year-old little girl from Southern California swear to take down an old and damaged nuclear power plant San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, known as SONGS.
The Tzu Chi Foundation builds bridges in its local community and it's through art, writing, and reaching out to other organizations that tie our neighborhoods and societies more richly and deeply.
The Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy has had a long partnership with the Dallas Tzu Chi Chapter, sharing one common goal: seeing students from low-income families succeed.
Three years after the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf's ecosystems and residents are still suffering. Let's join us on this episode to find out more about the recent updates on this largest accidental oil spill in the world.
A group of Tzu Chi volunteers has vowed to travel around the United States in order to place the Book of Jing Si Aphorisms in every hotel room. Will they be able to succeed?
Two different religions, two different organizations, two different countries, and volunteers from US, Canada, Taiwan and Haiti, are united for one thing, and one thing only, that's love.
We go back to the Barack Male Leadership Academy in Dallas, TX, this time, to learn more about the man who had the idea of redefining education for the youth in one of Dallas' poorest areas.
US Tzu Chi Volunteers travel to the two largest cities in Haiti, Cap Haitien and Port Au Prince. While there, they performed two Spring Blessing Ceremonies. They get updates about Hurricane Sandy Relief efforts and the Moringa Tree.
Get a view behind the scenes of how US Tzu Chi 360 operates. You get to meet the filmmakers behind the cameras and talents responsible for the voices of the show.
Many restaurants are looking at making their vegetarian options more flavorful and delicious, not only for health benefits but in consideration of societal improvement.
After the 2010 earthquake, gender based violence became the daily life for many women in the tent cities. Malya and her team at KOFAVIV are here to help them and fight this issue.
