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Following New York’s Climate Week, @gggi_hq’s Dr. @FrankRijsberman shares details on the progress made and that’s yet to be achieved by COP 26.#UNGA #UNGA74 #sponsored devex.com/news/opinion-a-loo…
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Gender data is crucial to make every woman and girl count. This new focus area, powered by #WomenCount program, highlights how data is being used to inform policy and advocacy to advance gender equality. #DevexFOCUS on #GenderData · @UN_Women 👇🏽 devex.com/focus/gender-data?…
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Corporate philanthropy is evolving to define impact by results achieved as opposed to money given. Check out the #ImpactMakers series by @Devex and #sponsored by @MDTFoundation
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This new focus area, powered by GHR Foundation, illuminates the role faith actors and their communities play in strengthening global development outcomes. #DevexFocus on #FaithBased #Development · @GHRfoundation 👇🏽 devex.com/focus/faith-develo…
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Can locally led development be more than rhetoric? Follow Devex’s new content series, Roots of Change, and explore with us the obstacles to and opportunities in localization. #DevexSeries on #localization #rootsofchange
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Are drones the key to moving life-saving supplies, picking up lab samples for diagnosis, and even testing results on return flights? @Chemonics shares early insights on the application of drones for last-mile delivery in health supply chains. #sponsored devex.com/news/sponsored/opi…
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.@sicklecellghana's Prof. Kwaku Ohene-Frempong on the importance of newborn screening for sickle cell disease #sponsored @Novartis Read the full story: dvx.cm/WEfCF0
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Making NGO impact measurement fit for purpose. Check out the key takeaways from our #DevexInvested workshop held in London on Oct. 25 in partnership with @PINDFoundation in the thread below. 👇
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Ghana Health Service DG Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare on a new partnership that will establish treatment centers in all regional hospitals in the country. #sponsored by Novartis
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In the sixth episode of #DevProWomen2030, @RebeccaLRoot and @emmasmith_bcn speak to @2Uinc's Ebony Smith about lifelong learning and the role of online programs. #DevPros2030 Listen to the full episode: spoti.fi/2Sch743
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Explore this series showcasing the practical ways that cities can build resilience and reduce disaster impact. #DevexSeries on #ResilientCities · @UNDRR · @GOAL_Global · @HelvetasUSA
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Supported by C40 Cities' Global Green New Deal, innovative cities are leading the charge on socially inclusive #climateaction by leveraging networks, partnerships, and their intimate knowledge of residents’ lives. Learn more: bit.ly/459l7ES #Sponsored by @c40cities
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Much remains to be done to decrease the number of deaths from advanced HIV disease. In Rwanda, Devex explores some of the barriers to and opportunities for meeting the UNAIDS 2020 goals for reducing AIDS-related mortality. #sponsored by @BDandCo devex.com/news/preventing-de…
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With potential new HIV treatment options on the horizon, how can a successful transition between regimens be secured at a country and local level? Drawing on its role in a recent transition to TLD, @Chemonics shares its advice. #sponsored devex.com/news/sponsored/opi…
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How can organizations target the challenges specifically facing minority communities while ensuring efforts contribute to the cohesion and stability of the whole society? @Chemonics’ Catherine Kannam shares four best practices. #sponsored devex.com/news/sponsored/opi…
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What are the most critical aspects of resilience to the growing impacts of climate change? A new index helps practitioners and policymakers by identifying vulnerabilities to target interventions: bit.ly/3MAOQA7 #Sponsored by @LR_Foundation #WorldRiskPoll
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The World Economic Forum’s EDISON Alliance has committed to improving 1 billion lives through digital solutions by 2025. Deputy Chair Rima Qureshi reports it's already halfway to achieving that goal: bit.ly/3A8zigj #digitalinclusion #WEF2023 #MWC23 #Sponsored by @Verizon
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Social media is a central cog used by young feminists in challenging autocracy and pushing for democratic consolidation. But despite its positive influence, social media also presents challenges. @RestlessDev’s @mariamalom explains. #DevexSeries #GenerationWhy on #DigitalRights
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Women SME owners struggle to access sources of finance for business growth. @mwanigaminage and @ncolloff explain how a cash flow-based lending product, embedded in a relationship banking model, is changing that: bit.ly/3OJxzGs #Sponsored by @argidius #financialinclusion
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How can data on development projects be collected in real-time so that amendments can be made to ensure the best possible outcomes? From Bogotá, Devex takes a closer look. #sponsored by @nativedata Learn more about Native at native.io devex.shorthandstories.com/r…
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Social media is a central cog used by young feminists in challenging autocracy and pushing for democratic consolidation. But despite its positive influence, social media also presents challenges. @RestlessDev’s @mariamalom explains. #DevexSeries #GenerationWhy on #DigitalRights
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.@Novartis' Patrice Matchaba explains how a new partnership aims to reduce sickle cell disease child deaths in Ghana #sponsored Read the full story: dvx.cm/WEfCF0
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🌍 Join us for "Malnutrition amid climate crisis" on this LinkedIn Live event – a crucial discussion featuring experts tackling global food system challenges. Register to attend ➡️ bit.ly/3ZBdohz #DevexEvent #FoodSecured #GlobalFoodCrisis #ClimateCrisis
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🌐 Today, on #InternationalWomensDay, we're launching a new series on how to shape a gender-inclusive digital future. #CtrlShiftEquality #DevexSeries on #DigitalEquality · In partnership with @un_women
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@Refugees is offering over 290 exciting jobs in Change/Risk Management, Energy/Environment, Cluster, Staff Counselling, Public Health, Economic Inclusion and more! 👉 Apply at bit.ly/2qYhkt8. Deadline 9 October! #Women and candidates from the #GlobalSouth encouraged!
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Explore the series designed to spark a debate on scalable solutions to end global malnutrition by 2030. #ScalingNutrition w/ Eleanor Crook Foundation 👇
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Africa has made significant progress in malaria control, but imminent threats could reverse these gains. Urgent action is needed to prevent a potential malaria resurgence: bit.ly/4aBh9aE #Sponsored by @ALMA_2030 and @endmalaria #WHA77 #endmalaria
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Gain new insights into the importance of reimagining aid in the digital age in this special report by @Devex and @VisaNews. 🆕 #DevexReport on #ReimaginingAid · Download your copy and join the discussion here 👇🏽
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Progress in preventing maternal deaths is stagnating, especially in humanitarian crisis settings. Dr. Petra Khoury, Dr. Sanjana Bhardwaj, and Dr. Kelle Moley uncover key actions to address the situation: bit.ly/4e1p5Ex #Sponsored by @ferring @ifrc @gatesfoundation
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The dev sector has a crucial opportunity to lead the charge for diversity and inclusion. @Chemonics’ president and CEO Susanna Mudge invites industry-wide and action and shares considerations for organizations’ diversity and inclusion efforts. #sponsored devex.com/news/sponsored/opi…
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#Localization is not only about sharing capacity and decision-making power — it is a catalyst for change in mindsets and approaches. UNHCR and the Refugee Women Empowerment and Rights Advocacy Consortium share success stories: bit.ly/3SpIvdm #Sponsored by @Refugees
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A #HiltonPrize laureate, @HelpAge, entrust local partners to drive community change and improve the lives of older people. Watch the discussion: piped.video/VHuYTvH4Vvs Sponsored by @hiltonfound
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By 2050, half the world's population is projected to be shortsighted, with one billion people at risk of permanent vision loss. Expanding access to affordable solutions will be key in bridging the vision gap: bit.ly/3NafO1e #Sponsored by @OneSightOrg #visionforall
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Check out this focus area exploring challenges, solutions, and innovations in eye care and vision. #DevexFocus on #Vision · @SeeChange4all 👇🏽
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Register for the livestream of the annual Hilton Humanitarian Symposium and Prize Ceremony. This event will celebrate the 2023 #HiltonPrize recipient @OneAcreFund: dvx.cm/2023-hilton-prize-cer… In partnership with the @hiltonfound
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Register and hear from experts on how rebuilding efforts can support green growth and employment as a way of building resilience to future shocks. #DevexEVENT #ResilientEconomies = #ResilientSocieties · #ImpactInvesting @CDCgroup 👇
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Find out how @Pfizer’s Accord for a Healthier World is helping to support medical education and health workforce learning and development in countries including Malawi, Ghana, and Rwanda in this visual story. #Sponsored by @Pfizer #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity
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Postpartum hemorrhage is a leading cause of maternal mortality in Nigeria. @USPharmacopeia in partnership with MSD for Mothers is assessing clinical experiences with the oxytocin used by healthcare providers to ensure its effectiveness and save the lives of mothers. #sponsored
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Achieving the #SDGs could open up $12 trillion of market opportunities — but many investors are still hesitant to engage with emerging markets. @CDCGroup @YaseminLamy on investing for impact and the institution’s new, flexible approach to risk: devex.com/news/q-a-how-to-ma…
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Smarter health and dev programs need to be designed in a way that addresses structural constraints and actively considers the political and cultural drivers of change. @coffeyintdev, a @tetratechintdev company, shows why. #sponsored #intdev #HealthForAll devex.com/news/sponsored/opi…
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#Tigray’s health system was once a model in the region, with an emphasis on community-level interventions. “To see that all go away to dust, is really, really heartbreaking for me,” says one doctor. Read @sarajerving's full story: devex.com/news/tigray-the-de…

ALT Tigray: The deliberate destruction of a health system

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Globally, 2.7 billion people live with uncorrected poor vision, with India having a high prevalence. Through strategic partnerships, @OneSightOrg provides accessible and affordable vision care across the country: bit.ly/3KnSBag #Sponsored by @OneSightOrg #visionforall
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"According to the WHO, $1 invested in WASH gives you a $4.3 return" – Peter O'Connor, Director, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Section, DFAT. #WASHworks #DevexSeries on #WASH with @_waterforwomen & @dfat
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The supply chain management skills gap is one reason why more than half of the African population lacks access to essential medicines. #Professionalization of the #supplychainworkforce is key to remedy this: bit.ly/3SeAFCq #Sponsored by @Pplthatdeliver @VillageReach
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How can a humanitarian agency help build resilience while addressing emergency needs in a crisis? GOAL's Bernard McCaul explains. #DevexSeries on #ResilientCities · #sponsored by @GOAL_Global devex.com/news/q-a-why-resil…
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Self-care technologies are key for improving health and well-being — and for reaching universal health coverage by 2030. @PSIimpact's @KarinHatzold weighs in: bit.ly/3Y8AWLC #Sponsored by @PSIimpact #HIV #SelfCare #HIVSelfTest #SelfTesting #SRHR #SelfCare4UHC #UHC
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Today Devex is relaunching the focus area powered by @Essilor to explore the challenges, solutions, and innovations global eye care and vision will be facing this year. #DEVEXFocus on #Vision · @SeeChange4all 👇🏽 devex.com/focus/vision?utm_m…
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Follow Pandemic Preparedness — our new series on merging digital and physical solutions to track and tackle the next pandemic. #DevexSeries on #PandemicPreparedness · #sponsored by @sicpa
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It takes more than a vaccine to fight a disease. To close the #healthequity gap, we need localized approaches that support community partners and strengthen health systems: bit.ly/456kRGM #Sponsored by The @Pfizer Foundation #HealthForAll #GlobalHealth @Amref_Worldwide
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Dr. Tamas Andras Koncz discusses how @Pfizer’s Accord for a Healthier World is working to help close the health equity gap in 45 lower-income countries. Read more ➡️ dvx.cm/ffcrtx #Sponsored by @Pfizer #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity
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Join us for this unique event: pages.devex.com/empowering-h…. Together we will advocate for change, highlight solutions, and share innovative approaches that help strengthen and #empower #HealthWorkers globally. #DevexEvent · @JNJGlobalHealth · @MSDforMothers · @SmileTrain
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With an objective of increasing renewable energy financing and support for natural gas projects, African countries can leave #COP28 with results that will boost development and decarbonization: bit.ly/46KzEqZ #Sponsored by @Africa50Infra #Africa50 #infra4Africa #EFI
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Without proper safeguards in place, the mining of critical minerals for the green energy transition could end up exacerbating existing inequalities. Former IPCC Vice-Chair Youba Sokona and @YDagnet join @raj_devex for a special podcast episode. #sponsored by @OpenSociety
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Evolving from a nonprofit into a venture builder, scaling profitable, safe water businesses in Africa, and pairing philanthropy with entrepreneurship, Water4 is making waves in social impact and innovation: bit.ly/3ZZBlPN #Sponsored by @Water4 #water4 #globalhealth
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In this opinion, co-CEOs of @TheAVFund reflect on advocating for a shift in development funding and how eight new principles are manifesting within development innovation funding institutions: bit.ly/43NCBaz #Sponsored by @UNICEF #RootsofChange #DevexSeries @gchallenges
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.@KBTH_GH’s Dr. Florence Dedey shares how medical education programs are helping to improve breast cancer treatment in Ghana. Read more ➡️ dvx.cm/ffcrtx #Sponsored by @Pfizer #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity
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As a significant contributor of carbon emissions, the need for collective action in the health care sector is immediate. Health care providers and MedTech companies must work together to drive sustainability: bit.ly/4dGhIBM #Sponsored by @SiemensHealthPR #HealthForAll
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At #COP28UAE, @IDFC_Network showcased its remarkable achievements in #greenfinance while fostering dialogue on global challenges from the development banking perspective: bit.ly/3SsQZkI #Sponsored by @IDFC_Network #COP28IDFC #ClimateFinance @boad_official @Bancoldex
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🌍 Join us for this event on Sept. 20 and explore outcomes to help improve the quality of education in low- and middle-income countries. Registration is now open: bit.ly/3DRhRCB #DevexEvent @ #UNGA78 · In partnership with @NewGlobeEdu
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Women workers have built a global movement to end gender-based violence and harassment in the world of work. As #climatechange exacerbates #GBVH at work, funders can play a key role to support women-led movements for justice: bit.ly/4bzCqmf #Sponsored by @ForgeFunders
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A growing set of interlinked crises in recent years has led to a reassessment of how countries can overcome these challenges while pursuing development goals. The @WorldBank's @EdMountfield speaks to Devex about new crisis tools: bit.ly/43ImeMy #Sponsored by @WorldBank
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While the pandemic worsened existing healthcare challenges, it also demonstrated the potential of digital solutions. Tisha Boatman emphasizes the need to invest in #innovation: bit.ly/48gkWKk #Sponsored by @SiemensHealth #siemenshealthineers #accesstocare #digitalhealth
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As climate impacts increase, so too does the violence and harassment facing women in the world of work. Devex looks at the reasons why, and the efforts to address it. Read the article: dvx.cm/7zuyyh #Sponsored by @ForgeFunders #GBVH #climatechange
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While Africa has made strides against neglected tropical diseases, the continent still carries 40% of the global burden. Umaro Sissoco Embaló, president of Guinea-Bissau, calls for intensified efforts: bit.ly/48T1rHJ #Sponsored by @ALMA_2030 #BeatNTDs #WorldNTDDay
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.@HospitalChuk’s Dr. Amani Uwajeni Alice explains some of the challenges in treating patients with skin diseases in Rwanda. Read more ➡️ dvx.cm/ffcrtx #Sponsored by @Pfizer #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity
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The world has fallen short of meeting its climate goals, but collaboration among different kinds of networks can help drive impactful changes. Mastercard's Bunita Sawhney weighs in: bit.ly/49UF4CM Sponsored by @Mastercard #COP28 #COP28UAE #Sustainability #ClimateAction
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