Global Gender Equity Requires Access to the Online Economy. Who’s Backing Digital Financial Inclusion?

Global Gender Equity Requires Access to the Online Economy. Who’s Backing Digital Financial Inclusion?

Entrepreneurship among women is on the rise globally, but lack of digital financial tools is holding many of them back. Some heavy hitters are rallying around an effort to bring about greater digital financial equity.

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Philanthropy Made a Flurry of Commitments During the UN Meeting. Here’s Where the Money is Headed

Philanthropy Made a Flurry of Commitments During the UN Meeting. Here’s Where the Money is Headed

Philanthropy was more active than usual in last week’s United Nations General Assembly, as the secretary general called for a “rescue mission” to get Sustainable Development Goals on track. Here’s a rundown of the big pledges.

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Who’s Backing a Bold New Effort to Fight Global Malnutrition?

Who’s Backing a Bold New Effort to Fight Global Malnutrition?

Three million children die annually from malnutrition, and billions lack access to a healthy diet. A new coalition of private funders has formed to combat the global crisis. Here’s who is involved and what they’re funding.

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From Research to Resiliency: How Wellcome Trust is Taking on a Pandemic

From Research to Resiliency: How Wellcome Trust is Taking on a Pandemic

In its response to COVID-19, Wellcome Trust, the world’s largest health research philanthropy, is prioritizing collaboration with other funders and sectors to improve global resiliency in the face of deadly diseases.

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