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Economic opportunity
Supporting women’s health is the key to advancing women’s economic power
No country can grow more prosperous or healthier while leaving behind half of its population. Marie Ba tells us what’s at stake if countries do not address the women’s health…
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Initiatives
How does a HPV vaccination pilot program in China open the door to a life-saving cancer intervention?
The HPV vaccine can prevent cervical cancer.
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Economic opportunity
Through music and nutrition, a farmer’s passions come alive
Organic farmer James Mutinda has found many ways to serve his community in Kenya, from music to beekeeping and beyond.
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Economic opportunity
Meet the farmers and scientists using remarkable cows to help their communities thrive
A dating app for cows doesn’t just produce high-yield dairy cows, it can also lead to a thriving local economy, nutrition for kids, and endless potential.
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Economic opportunity
A new type of toilet is changing students’ lives at South African schools
Access to safe and sustainable sanitation have helped slash truancy rates.
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Economic opportunity
How creating pathways for students led to more potential for an entire city
Psalms Joseph and Khaija Faulk dreamt of medical careers. They just needed a pathway.
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Infectious diseases
The compassionate doctor
Kenyan doctor Loice Achieng Ombajo helps patients—and her entire country—find answers during times of medical crisis.
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Economic opportunity
The prize-winning sweetpotato helping farmers respond to climate change
The remarkable sweetpotato is one of many supercharged crops that can grow despite a changing climate. Farmers are adapting to climate change with it.
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Initiatives
Six scientists share the innovations that could transform the future
We asked scientists at the 2023 Grand Challenges Annual Meeting to share the scientific innovation that could transform their community over the next 20 years. Here’s what they said.
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Economic opportunity
Digital IDs are an effective tool against poverty. A global solution is making them available to millions.
The team behind the open-source technology MOSIP are transforming lives through their inclusive approach.