One of my favourite people in history, the late Kenyan Wangari Mathai, an activist,
she said that it's the little things we do that can make a difference.
Today, I'm asking you to do a little thing.
Share this podcast with someone else.
Hopefully,
it will remind them that our world is always worth saving and that there are many solutions out there.
Now, let's jump into today's episode.
If there was ever a time we needed solutions, it's now.
On this programme, we're in the business of finding people who are making our world a better place.
Now, often these ideas might involve high-tech solutions or years of scientific research,
but today's solution is really special.
It's peers, people in a similar stage of life or those with shared experiences.
Peers can be a lifeline during tough times.
This week, we're in Brazil and in Ireland,
meeting individuals who are offering each other support, connection and hope.
I'm Mayra Anubi and from the BBC World Service, this is People Fixing the World.
Now I've got good news and bad news.
The good news is people are living longer.
It's exciting because improved medicine,
nutrition and sanitation are just some of the many reasons why this is happening.