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Progress is possible, but only if we invest in young people’s potential.

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Joined December 2008

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    What have and learned during the first two decades of the foundation? Be the first to read their 2020 Annual Letter.

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  2. How should the world respond to COVID-19? We can save lives now and in the future if we strengthen health systems, accelerate new vaccines and treatments, and help Africa and South Asia prepare to respond.

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    Feb 28

    The is committed to supporting the global response for . We are investing in helping Africa & South Asia respond as they work to save lives & slow the spread. Let us all come together to accelerate vaccines & treatment!

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  4. From witnessing the end of apartheid to working alongside his great Aunt Helen, our CEO reflects on lessons to guide our next 20 years.

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  5. With millions of the world's poor still suffering from , we can't afford to let these conditions remain neglected. Now is the time to increase R&D and put NTDs where they belong–in the history books.

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    Feb 24

    We’re committed to supporting the and governments in East Africa as they work to prevent a potential humanitarian crisis. We urge additional donors to join us now in helping communities respond to this threat.

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  7. We’re contributing $10 million to to support its work to combat a locust infestation in East Africa that is posing a significant threat to food production and livelihoods in the region. Press release:

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  8. Meet Khalid Abukari Giwah. 👋 He is the owner of Asawaba Farms–a seed production company in Ghana that's combating drought and poor soil with climate-smart seed varieties.🌱

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  9. Q: How can countries deliver quality health care & achieve their public health goals? A: Invest in recruiting, training and retaining front-line health workers.

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  10. Health tools developed in wealthy countries can take 𝙙𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙨 to reach the people who need them most. By investing in home-grown innovation, we can accelerate and expand the reach of lifesaving breakthroughs 💉💊🔬.

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  11. Should pneumonia be at the top of the global health agenda? and explain why the answer is an unequivocal yes - and why we need to fight harder 💪 against the single biggest infectious killer of children.

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  12. Let’s talk about beans! These superhero legumes are fighting climate villains, so they can help: ❤️Your health, with protein, iron and complex carbs 💰Your income, with a cheap path to healthy eating 🌍Your planet, by naturally enriching soils with nitrogen

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  13. What makes this vaccine delivery kit such a game-changer for health workers in India? It serves as a: 🔸 Portable workstation 🔸 Status-tracking dashboard 🔸 Insulated vaccination box

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  14. What is the role of in economic mobility? 🎓 We believe it’s crucial and 's latest report proves it.

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  15. This is unacceptable. Our hope is that Networks for School Improvement will ensure that no one is left behind.

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  16. How did educational institutions hit their targets way before the expected date? By focusing on things like: ✅Stronger student advising ✅Data-driven decisions ✅Building a culture of continuous improvement

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  17. . in Chicago used data and lessons learned from other schools to change the way it serves its ninth graders. The result: 95% of freshmen are on track to graduate.👏

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  18. He’s America’s most trusted travel guide. Now is taking his viewers on a journey into places where agriculture can end hunger and poverty.

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  19. Poverty, violence, and gender norms all play a role in why this 👇 is a reality. Here's how we're approaching HIV prevention & treatments that will work for everyone.

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  20. To build a future that prioritizes , we need to put children at the center.

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  21. Breaking gender barriers & vaccinating children against polio are all in a day's work for Anis, a polio eradication officer in Afghanistan. From dawn to dusk, Anis leads her 56-member team to in their community.🙌 📷 ©UNICEF/Afghanistan

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