This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. For Heidi Breeze-Harris, working in the global health sector may not have been an obvious path, but in retrospect, it makes sense. Thanks to the trips that she and her…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. By Joanne Lu Since its founding in 1977, PATH has become a giant in global health technology. With 1,600 employees working in 70 countries, PATH estimates that its innovations touch…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. By Joanne Lu Every woman deserves to give birth safely and with dignity. Yet sadly, maternal death during childbirth is not yet a thing of the past. Despite immense progress between 1990…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • EdSurge sits down with neuroscientist Mariale Hardiman recently to learn about recent findings around how injecting art into lessons across disciplines can boost memory and retention. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Philanthropy is at a crossroads, looking inward and re-examining its role in fostering uneven power dynamics and perpetuating inequity. In an effort to level the playing field and give communities…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Pacific Standard reports on scientific research suggesting that a large and ready supply of legal prescription painkillers from pharmaceutical companies has led to many addictions and a…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • An expansive new study shows the potential connection between exposure to nature and green spaces in childhood can lead to better mental health in adults. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Sesame Street has expanded upon its cast by adding Julia, the first muppet with autism spectrum disorder. According to Global Citizen, viewers get to meet her family…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Global Citizen, Lindsay Powers reports that California has approved controversial changes to standardized sexual education to include LGBTQ issues. · Why is it important for…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • This post from The Conversation lays out three strategies to help battle misperceptions over the flu vaccine: Educate people on the facts, bust myths and encourage…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Stephen Ducray explains the evidence linking breast cancer to implants, a connection that is important for people considering impacts. • How can funders help to develop understanding…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · According to a new study from the University of Illinois, countries with more shrubery and forests have reduced Medicare and healthcare costs. · How does nature and…