Social Justice Questions

Spain | Segovia

View along an ancient stone aqueduct with repeating arches overlooking a historic city and surrounding landscape An ancient Roman aqueduct transported water to this town. Now it brings history.

Kazakhstan

Water mismanagement created a severe environmental crisis that continues today.

Bangladesh | Chittagong

Breaking up large ships for recycling and resale is a dangerous job for workers.

United Arab Emirates

Burj Khalifa skyscraper in downtown Dubai surrounded by luxury towers and waterfront architecture on a sunny day The world's tallest building has much more to recommend it than just height.

United States | Florida | Longboat Key

A vibrant peacock with blue and green iridescent feathers perches on a wooden fence beside “No Trespassing” and “10 MPH” signs Watch out for peacocks if you come to this town in Florida. They're everywhere.

China | Mutianyu

Great Wall of China stretching across green mountain ridges with watchtowers and winding stone pathways under a pale blue sky The Great Wall of China was built as protection from northern invading forces.

Canada | Ontario

Curling players sweeping the ice in front of granite stones during a game on an indoor rink Curling is popular both as a winter sport on ice and as a social occasion.

Indonesia | Western New Guinea

A densely forested tropical hillside covered with a continuous canopy of green trees beneath a lightly overcast sky The Kombai build their homes high up in the trees, many feet off of the ground.

Philippines | Pasig

Close-up of the smiling face of the Jollibee mascot on a colorful sign, showing large cartoon eyes, rosy cheeks, and part of the red head against a bright background Jollibee is a restaurant chain that has expanded beyond its original borders.

Russia | Popigai Crater

Close-up of three cylindrical metal tools with coarse, diamond-coated abrasive tips arranged side by side on a white background An asteroid crashed into the earth and created a crater full of impact diamonds.

Ecuador | Galápagos Islands

Every evening, a busy street transforms itself into an open-air restaurant.

Haiti

Finding transportation in a bustling city usually requires sharing a ride.

Sri Lanka

Two stilt fishermen sitting on wooden poles above rocky turquoise water with ocean waves behind them Local fishermen perch on crossed sticks to catch seafood for their families.

United Kingdom | Scotland

Team of men in tartan kilts pulling a rope during a tug of war competition while spectators cheer at an outdoor Highland games event The Highland Games are in many locations to honor Scotland's cultural heritage.

Philippines | Sulu Sea

Wooden canoe beside a stilt house on bright turquoise sea under dramatic cloudy sky The Bajau people live, work, and raise their families entirely on the water.

Switzerland

Roasted cacao beans in a metal pan with dark chocolate pieces and cocoa powder for artisanal chocolate making Chocolate has a long history as a hot beverage before it became a sweet treat.

China | Xinjiang

three young girls link arms A large province in northwest China has a diverse culture and beautiful scenery.

Cameroon

Army ants eat a caterpillar When termites start to consume a Mofu house, army ants come to the rescue.

Chile

The Atacama Desert may look like another planet but humans can live there.

Venezuela | Merida

This 7.8-mile cable car takes passengers on a ride to the top of a mountain.

Nepal | Pokhara

A boarding school educates students in cooking as well as traditional subjects.

Iceland

Ring Road circles the scenic coastline to hit many tourist attractions.

Canada | Quebec | Maple Syrup

Metal sap buckets hang from snow covered maple trees in a winter forest near a rural house during maple syrup tapping season Canadian maple syrup is a national symbol, exported all over the world.

Italy | Florence

Riding a carousel isn't just for kids. This historic one is fun for all ages.
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