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By Christie Cronan
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Women battle poverty in inspiring docu; violence, language.
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She Rises Up
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What's the Story?
SHE RISES UP shares the journeys of three inspiring women in high poverty areas around the world and their determination to help lift their local communities out of poverty through their small businesses. Gladys Yupanqui of Peru is looking to expand her mini-market business. Magatte Wade of Senegal has a cosmetics manufacturing company that stays true to her roots. And Selyna Peiris of Sri Lanka is overcoming obstacles to sustain her textile company. All three resilient women are fighting the odds, stereotypes, and ongoing struggles so that they can persevere, empower women, and work to counteract poverty.
Is It Any Good?
Inspiring on every level, this documentary not only highlights the work that still needs to be done globally for women's rights and poverty but also encourages us to look at our own societal impact. She Rises Up connects viewers with its subjects' very personal journeys while also relating to the passionate entrepreneurial spirit within many of us. The storytelling is honest and hungry. The women's courage and perseverance is motivating. And the focus on the countries of Sri Lanka, Senegal, and Peru may help educate some viewers about global cultures, communities, and business practices.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the similarities and differences between the three women featured in She Rises Up. How do their lives compare to your own? Whose story inspired you the most, and why?
How do the profiled women demonstrate courage and perseverance? Why are these characteristics important in building and sustaining a business?
What hardships do the featured women face? How do their different countries, communities, and cultures impact the success of their businesses?
Do you think that women-run small businesses can reduce global poverty? Why, or why not?
Movie Details
- In theaters : June 21, 2024
- Cast : Gladys Yupanqui , Magatte Wade , Selyna Peiris
- Director : Maureen Castle Tusty
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Director(s)
- Studio : Abramorama
- Genre : Documentary
- Topics : Activism
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance , Teamwork
- Run time : 91 minutes
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- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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