February 10, 2022

GiveWell Turns Its Effective Altruism Lens to an Overlooked Issue—Eliminating Lead Poisoning

February 10, 2022/ Liz Longley

GiveWell rates charities based on the evidence-based principles of effective altruism, periodically recommending grants for causes with high potential. The latest example: reducing children’s exposure to lead toxicity.

January 27, 2021

Gates Funding Seeks to Advance Policies for Women’s Equity in the Post-Pandemic World

January 27, 2021/ Liz Longley

Women are bearing the brunt of the pandemic’s economic, health and social harms. The Gates Foundation’s latest COVID-related commitment seeks to gain a better understanding of these impacts and support an inclusive recovery.