Advocacy
Beyond Direct Provision
To create systemic change in health care for children, advocacy groups need to look to government.
Tag: Children
Health
Sentinel Cities for Public Health
How to build a proven model into a global network for lead poisoning prevention
Scaling
How NGOs Can Act as Learning Labs for Government
As global aid declines, new learning partnership models between NGOs and government will play a critical role in scaling and sustaining health reform in low- and middle-income countries.
Podcast
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Childhood Cancer: Treating Children Around the Globe
How does a global approach to childhood cancer research advance treatments and cures? How are philanthropists around the world supporting this cause? Gloria De Dios of Foundation Ayudame a Vivir (AYUVI), Richard C. Shadyac of ALSAC, and Fred Kaynor of DAFgiving360 discuss St. Jude Global, an innovative endeavor at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to take lifesaving cancer treatments to children around the world. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
Philanthropy & Funding
Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration
Children Heard and Seen counsels young people with incarcerated parents, helping them to heal from trauma and plot a different course.
Health
Gamifying Insulin Injections
Thumy’s insulin kit helps children feel confident and comfortable administering their own medication.
Economic Development
The Impact of Cash for Infants
Cash transfers to low-income, first-time parents can make an enormous difference to the long-term well-being of their children.
Human Rights
The Teddy Bear Bus
Children fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine are gifted a plush toy from volunteers when they arrive in Hungary.
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Reflecting on Collective Impact for Place-Based Social Change
Four nonprofit leaders discuss their experiences using collective impact for collaborative, place-based change, including their views on the role of data and philanthropy, and what lies ahead for this field of work.
Social Enterprise
Investing in Child Care Entrepreneurs
Helping child care entrepreneurs build businesses to meet market demand is a powerful strategy for revitalizing communities.