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Philanthropist, businesswoman, & global advocate for women & girls. Co-chair of the . Founder of . Author of The Moment of Lift.
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Thank you and for hosting this discussion with African finance ministers. I was grateful to hear the perspectives of these leaders and learn about their priorities for reforms to the international financial system.
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Thank you, Ajay Banga, for the conversation about the challenges facing low-income countries and the importance of advancing gender equality. I look forward to our continued partnership with the .
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Grateful for this important discussion with , , and on removing barriers to women's economic participation and the importance of women having a seat at the table. One thing is clear: When we expand women’s economic power, everyone benefits.
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Powerful conversation on empowering women’s leaders with @melindagates, Adji Bousso Dieng & Mina Al-Oraibi and the role of STEM in breaking barriers.
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Very happy to welcome to the Group Spring Meetings today, where she discussed how to advance the business case for gender inclusion and equality, to advance women’s full economic empowerment and participation.
Event: wrld.bg/7F2B50NE9pZ
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., your leadership on development finance and your understanding of the importance of strengthening women’s economic power is both essential and appreciated. Thank you for the insightful conversation.
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Good meeting with @melindagates @gatesfoundation in the margins of #SpringMeetings in Washington.
We discussed public-private cooperation to promote financial inclusion and gender equality and the need to fight poverty and protect most vulnerable citizens and countries.
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Investing in inclusive digital public infrastructure will transform lives, especially for women. Watch join panelists to discuss the importance of digital transformation in advancing women’s economic power, this Friday, April 14. #DPI
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Thanks and for the candid conversation about the inequities women face—and what we can do to build women’s power.
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Tune in Tomorrow & hear , , , , , & moderator discuss empowering women as entrepreneurs & leaders. Share your questions in the comments. wrld.bg/ojTa50NtXW6 #ReshapingDevelopment
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Looking forward to this!
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The world needs to do more to support low-income countries and the women who are essential to lifting them out of poverty. As leaders gather at the this week, here's how they can help women turn their economic potential into true economic power.
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I love this old picture of two of my siblings and me on Easter.
To me, it’s symbolic of what the holiday represents: the importance of family, rejuvenation, and joy. To all who celebrate, Happy Easter!
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Yesterday’s anti-science ruling by a federal court in Texas—and the legal standoff that ensued—threatens a woman's right to make her own decisions about her life. Keep organizing, voting, and advocating to ensure those decisions remain yours.
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A federal judge on Friday invalidated the FDA's approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. Another judge, less than an hour later, ordered the FDA to do nothing to restrict the pill's availability.
The situation is complicated. Here's what we know. nyti.ms/3ZP5Iql
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For the world to become better, safer, more prosperous, more resilient, and more equal, it must first become healthy. That’s why the work of the to improve #HealthForAll is so important and why it should matter to all of us. #WHO75
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Every single person deserves to have access to the resources that can help them live a healthy life. Happy 75 years to the @WHO and thank you for advancing #HealthForAll. bit.ly/3mjzKoE
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An inspiring farewell from a remarkable leader. Thank you, Jacinda, for your leadership.
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Jacinda Ardern, who announced her resignation as New Zealand’s prime minister in January, bid farewell to politics in her home country on Wednesday.
She discussed the legacy she hoped to leave and ended her emotional speech in the Maori language.
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On May 2, 's incredible book #RadicalInclusion hits shelves in the U.S. To say I’m excited is an understatement.
David’s story is profoundly original, insightful, and optimistic, and I hope you read what he has to say. m-gat.es/40FhlBn
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In an increasingly online world, digital connectivity is an essential part of life no matter where you live. The effort announced yesterday will help close the digital gender divide—and connect more women & girls to the opportunities technology opens.
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Malawi has the highest cervical cancer death rate in the world. But this can change.
Expanding access to HPV vaccines, high-quality screening, and timely treatment can help prevent mothers, daughters, sisters, or friends from becoming a statistic.
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Garbanzo beans.
Ninth grade.
Iodized salt.
Your kid’s friends.
The ’s new podcast “Make Me Care About…” explains why these topics are more important than people realize. You won’t want to miss the first episode: m-gat.es/42NwW3n
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Last year, I met with women who are working to eradicate polio in Pakistan. I had one job: to listen.
I learned so much from them, and I’m grateful that experiences and ideas like theirs are informing solutions to #EndPolio and build a healthier future.
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Millions of women around the world can't access the contraceptives they need. As this new report underscores, the answer is more investment and innovation, not less.
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.'s latest report underscores an urgent problem: More than one billion adolescent girls and women are undernourished.
Read the report to learn how we can navigate our way out of this crisis: uni.cf/3mdD4RB
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When women have the power to make financial decisions for themselves and their families, their lives are transformed.
Watch how digital banking is changing the game in India.
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Our country is a different place because of Pat Schroeder. When she first ran for office, the idea that a young mother could also be an effective lawmaker was shocking to a lot of people. But the example she set taught us a lot about what an effective lawmaker really looks like.
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Progress isn't just a byproduct of the passage of time—it's the direct result of people demanding change.
To celebrate #IWD2023, I asked five women fighting for gender equity to share their thoughts about what’s working.
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What is “Pivotal Women”?
I’m excited to introduce the category on today's episode of in honor of #WomensHistoryMonth.
📺 Make sure to tune in and watch!
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By paying tribute to the women who shaped our past, the empowers and inspires the ones who will shape our future.
Proud that the & are supporting this new museum and its mission this #WomensHistoryMonth.
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Here's the truth: CHIPS won’t be successful unless we expand the labor force.
We can’t do that without affordable child care.
That’s why we’re requiring companies that receive funding to tell us how they plan to provide affordable child care for workers.
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There is so much I learned from Paul Farmer. But if I had to sum it up in one lesson, it would be the importance of putting people at the center of our work. On the anniversary of his death, I’m remembering the legacy he left behind—and doing my best to live up to it.
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Thank you for joining our special virtual event, Remembering Our Beloved Paul. To offer your own short tribute or reflection, you can post it on social media with #PaulFarmer.
Learn more about Dr.#PaulFarmer: pih.org/paul
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Caregivers are the backbones of their families, communities, and the economy. But too often, their contributions go unacknowledged.
This #NationalCaregiversDay, join us in recognizing their service by reading some of their stories: pvtl.ventures/3k5DFEb
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Congratulations to Dr. , the next CEO of . I look forward to working with you on our shared mission of ensuring children around the world have access to lifesaving vaccines.
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We’re delighted to announce that the @Gavi Board has approved the appointment of Dr @Muhammadpate to succeed @GaviSeth as Chief Executive Officer of the Vaccine Alliance as of August 2023: bit.ly/3lyiOtP
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When the #FamilyAndMedicalLeaveAct was signed into law in 1993, it was a historic first step toward a more equitable country. But three decades later, we have yet to move forward.
It’s well past time to go beyond #FMLA and pass a #PaidLeave policy that works for everyone.
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The #FamilyAndMedicalLeaveAct was signed into law 30 years ago today. Learn more about this historic piece of legislation and why it is past time for paid family and medical leave for all. 
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., your steady hand in trying moments has been a gift, and the example you've set is one we can all learn from. As you look to your next chapter, I wish you and your family the very best.
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We're kicking things off with a fantastic lineup of authors – , , , and .
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But we’ve now seen that true equality depends on changing the face of power itself by positioning more women of all backgrounds to make decisions, control resources, and shape policies and perspectives. That’s work I’m committed to seeing through.
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In the months since the Dobbs decision, many people across the U.S. have responded by raising their voices and casting their votes to insist that a woman’s right to make choices about her body and future belongs to her alone.
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Today is the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. But instead of marking a historic milestone for women and society, we’re grappling with the consequences of its reversal.
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The US is 1 of only 6 countries without guaranteed paid family or maternity leave. That's why 1 in 4 women go back to work just 2 weeks after giving birth.
These 8 new moms give an intimate glimpse into their lives to show why we need to #PassPaidLeave. pvtl.ventures/3Wa1WX2
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When I got my first computer in 1980, I inserted the floppy disc upside down. 😂
Let my experience be a lesson to you: If you're looking to pursue a career in computer science, don't let the fear of messing up hold you back.
Happy #CSEdWeek!
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I was delighted to be a Guest Editor for and engage with fascinating stories about a range of issues facing women in India. I also enjoyed my conversation with other editors about gender diversity, health surveillance, and the role of philanthropy.
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India can teach world about health surveillance: Melinda Gates toi.in/LajVSb1/a24gk
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