Health

Health Solutions for Poverty Reduction

Partnering to Close Gaps in Care in Rural Communities with Merck

Delivering timely and effective health care in rural communities presents unique challenges, from limited resources and geographical isolation to cultural barriers and lack of
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Supporting Social Entrepreneurs for Impact at Scale

Watch this Hybrid Workshop with Reckitt on unleashing social innovation to increase access to water and health by leveraging powerful partnerships and overcoming barriers to
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Partnering to Close Gaps in Care in Rural Communities

Watch this Fireside Chat with Merck on how innovative multi-stakeholder partnerships centred on the needs of rural communities can lead to transformative and timely healthcare
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How Can Businesses Harness the Power of Plants to Solve the Global Malnutrition Crisis?

The global malnutrition crisis presents a growing challenge, but businesses have a powerful tool at their disposal: plants. By leveraging plant-based innovations, companies can develop sustainable, nutrient-rich solutions that combat food insecurity. Chris Grayson, The Power of Nutrition, shares how harnessing the potential of plants not only addresses malnutrition but also taps into a rising demand for healthier, eco-conscious products.
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Sorting Coffee Beans in Rwanda - farmer wellbeing in the coffee supply chain

What 3,000 Farmers Told Us About Wellbeing in the Coffee Supply Chain

A new report from 60 Decibels reveals insights from 3,000 coffee farmers in Uganda and Rwanda, highlighting the challenges and opportunities within the coffee supply chain. While profitability and financial security remain elusive for many, farmers show resilience and commitment. By prioritizing farmer voices and wellbeing, the coffee industry can foster greater sustainability and equity.
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Public Health and Scaling Impact with Jan Carney

Social Impact Pioneer Dr. Jan Carney talks public health – tackling the biggest morbidity and mobility on a community and society scale.
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Global Youth Mental Health

An Open Letter to Global Leaders: Now is the Time to Address Youth Global Mental Health

The Global Coalition for Youth Mental Health is calling on public and private sector leaders to unite in a collective call for action. Our mission is clear: to rally for increased investment in mental health support for children and young people worldwide. Will you join us?
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Unintended Consequences of Environmentally Friendly Diets

As we strive for sustainable diets to combat climate change and protect biodiversity, concerns arise about their nutritional adequacy. A systematic review reveals that eco-friendly diets may lead to lower intakes of essential micronutrients, posing risks to vulnerable populations. How can we balance environmental sustainability with optimal nutrition?
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Desta Lakew on Global Health and Climate Change

Climate Change and Global Health with Desta Lakew

Social Impact Pioneer, Desta Lakew joins us to share her insights on Africa’s health, climate change and why sick care won’t work.
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Sunflower farmer in Tanzania. Sustainable Agriculture and Zero Hunger

How Sustainable Agriculture Contributes to Achieving Zero Hunger

Amid rising global hunger due to pandemic, conflict, and climate change, SDG2: Zero Hunger remains a paramount goal. Learn how Farm Africa is enhancing smallholder farmers’ resilience in Eastern Africa through climate-smart agriculture, holistic programs, and empowering community-led initiatives, driving forward the critical mission to eradicate hunger by 2030.
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FemTech and Health

FemTech and the Gender Health Gap

A recent report from Citi Global Insights explores the gender health gap, and the contribution that FemTech – which applies digital technology to address health conditions that impact women– can make to closing it.
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Dr Orsolya Ihasz

Combining Social Impact and Entrepreneurship Skills with Orsolya Ihasz

Social Impact Pioneer Dr Orsolya Ihasz exemplifies what happens when social impact and entrepreneurship skills are combined.
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Global Equity Summit 2024 – Day 1 – Webinar 1 GFF

Hosted with the Global Financing Facility Discover the pivotal role of businesses in advancing health for women, children, and adolescents with The Global Financing
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Driving Health Outcomes for Women and Children

Watch this Webinar with the Global Financing Facility to discover the pivotal role of businesses in advancing health for women, children, and adolescents. Speakers: Lilia
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Delivering Healthier Futures for Women, Children and Young People

Business Fights Poverty’s latest discussion paper explores why the health of women, children and young people is an issue that affects us all – and how some leading companies are taking action to make sure that everyone has access to the healthcare they deserve.
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Delivering healthier futures for women children and young people

This discussion paper underscores the pivotal role of the private sector in improving the health of women, children, and young people, essential for sustainable and equitable development. It highlights the increasing demand for healthcare services and the innovative solutions needed to address global health crises. With insights from a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including businesses, governments, and civil society, the paper presents a framework for collaboration, emphasizing the urgency to bridge healthcare gaps and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. With the Global Financing Facility (GFF) and Business Fights Poverty.
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Together for 2024

The landscape of global development is evolving, with new challenges and opportunities emerging on the horizon. As we navigate these complexities, the power of collaboration, innovation and impactful action becomes increasingly apparent. This paper synthesises the insights from a vibrant Online Written Discussion, “Together for 2024”.
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Revolutionising Maternal Health Supply Chains: Insights from MSD for Mothers

In this podcast Jeffrey Jacobs and Tara Tagmyer share how to improve maternal health supply chains, particularly in Mozambique, and how public-private partnerships can tackle complex health issues effectively and exemplify the power of shared information for good.
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Online Written Discussion – Farmer Centred Food Security

Our online discussion centered on enhancing farmer-centred food security. Recognizing that 84% of our farms are smallholdings, yet the average smallholder farmer earns just
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Why a Food-Secure Future Means Focusing on Smallholder Farmers

This World Children’s Day, the UK hosts the Global Food Security Summit, addressing Zero Hunger and malnutrition. Amid alarming UN projections of over 600 million people facing hunger by 2030, the summit focuses on empowering smallholder farmers and leveraging technology for a sustainable, resilient food system
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