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The time to adapt to climate change is now

CEO Mark Suzman makes the case for immediate global action on climate change, including investments in research and innovation and stronger social safety nets.
By Mark Suzman CEO, Board Member, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Deworm3 field workers travel on foot to collect soil and stool samples, and distribute deworming medication to villagers as a part of Dr. Ajjampur’s study in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India on November 29, 2022.

“Uninformative research” is the global health crisis you’ve never heard of

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A story of digital banking in India—and a young woman’s promising career path

Digital banking lets millions of people safely receive, send, and save money without the need for cash. One young woman in India explains how this is helping her community.

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Digital Banking in India Through a Postmaster’s Lens

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