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La Lucha | Self-Worth

Season 7 Episode 2 | 1m 14s

In Bolivia, the government has turned its back on their citizens with disabilities...and disparaged the character of the people as unproductive in society. Miguel Mamani Coro, one of the protestors of the disability movement, tells his side of the story - Miguel showed up in Laz Paz with bravery, made his family proud and for the first time, realized his value in life.

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A group of people with disabilities treks across the Andes, battling for their human rights.
A group of people with disabilities treks across the Andes, battling for their human rights.
Before the trek to La Paz, Marcelo speaks the truth about why they must fight for their rights.
The protestors travel 380 km from Cochabamba to La Paz in their wheelchairs and by foot.
Feliza Ali Ramos speaks with a journalist about her experience as a person with a disability.
Feliza and Rose Mery break down the numbers on why a disability pension is achievable in Bolivia.
In Hainan, China, young surfers aspire to join the national surf team and dream of the Olympics.
The creation of a surf program of young Chinese athletes with its eyes set on the Olympics.
In Hainan, China, young surfers aspire to join the national surf team and dream of the Olympics.
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A group of people with disabilities treks across the Andes, battling for their human rights.
A group of people with disabilities treks across the Andes, battling for their human rights.
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In Hainan, China, young surfers aspire to join the national surf team and dream of the Olympics.
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