This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: •Some medical professionals are innovating COVID-19 treatment by prescribing medications off label to treat the virus, but with little or no evidence yet that demonstrates success. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • This article from Futurity shares the best practices for ensuring the safety of older adults as the pandemic persists in its global spread. • What are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. As the COVID-19 pandemic intensifies, philanthropists are stepping forward in myriad ways to help address the many hardships this crisis has created. The Milken Institute Center for Strategic Philanthropy is pleased to launch a hub for philanthropists looking to give not only…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. As COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe, many donors are looking for ways to battle the effects of the pandemic both in the short- and long-term. There are many…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Despite making advances in gene sequencing allowing scientist to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic, lack of data sharing leaves gaps in our understanding of the virus. ·…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Urban Institute touches on the challenges for disadvantaged communities posed by online distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. · What challenges do students face with online…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for The Conversation, Angela Clendinin examines how countries are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and what lessons can be learned from past outbreaks. · How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · For those seeking asylum, CityLabs explains why migrants fear the threat of violence and poverty much more than that of the COVID-19 pandemic. · How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · A new reports from the University of Pennsylvania, University of California Los Angeles and Boston University shows the increased threat posed by COVID-19 to people experiencing homelessness.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · This report from Prison Policy Initiative reveals the potential threat of COVID-19 in prisons if these institutions do not take steps to decarcerate soon. · What can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. All homeless Americans are at heightened risk of contracting the virus and often have weakened immune systems, with many unable to follow social distancing protocols or to self-quarantine. But homeless youth…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The COVID-19 pandemic is creating a severe and emergent health crisis for the homeless population across the United States, a crisis that our shelter and health systems are simply not…