National Geographic Presents: IMPACT with Gal Gadot — Season 1
About this season
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.
Episodes (6)
1. Ice Breakers
Aired 26 April 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.
2. Surf Sisters
Aired 3 May 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.
3. The Ripple Effect
Aired 10 May 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.
4. Coming Home
Aired 17 May 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.
5. Killer Red Fox
Aired 24 May 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.
6. Na Ponta dos Pés (On Pointe)
Aired 31 May 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.