The Global Development Lab
Welcome Friends! We are The Global Development Lab. Thank you for visiting our page and being part of the start of something new in development.
We are a start-up consultancy firm working with mission-driven organizations in the Pacific Northwest, New York, and in North Africa and the Middle East. We aim to partner with funders, international organizations, governments, civic institutions, academia, nonprofits, and social enterprises. Our mission is to be an impactful and innovative force in global development and social enterprises. We of
04/01/2013
Who has an idea? This is an amazing challenge. Let's start brainstorming!
http://thinkprogress.org/health/2013/03/25/1768641/gates-foundation-condom/?mobile=nc
Bill And Melinda Gates Offer $1 Million To Fund The ‘Next Generation Condom’ In order to promote better sexual health around the globe, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation wants someone to create the next generation of safe — yet pleasure-enhancing — condoms. And the foundation is putting its money where its mouth is with its ongoing Grand Challenges Explorations grant com...
03/26/2013
http://humanrightscampaign.tumblr.com/
Human Rights Campaign The nation's largest le***an, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization
02/20/2013
I highly recommend reading this article. It is fantastic. It explains a brief history of the food industry and the individuals who created addictive snacks specifically created to get people to eat more and more and more...There is a sliver of hope in the article, which makes it an even better read.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/24/magazine/the-extraordinary-science-of-junk-food.html?pagewanted=1&_r=2&hp&adxnnlx=1361386832-NL%20pgXvA25RMnXLI6vdarQ
The Extraordinary Science of Addictive Junk Food Inside the hyperengineered, savagely marketed, addiction-creating battle for American “stomach share.”
01/09/2013
We have a long way to go when it comes to human rights and sexuality.
http://edition.cnn.com/2013/01/09/world/africa/cameroon-gay-men-freed/index.html?hpt=iaf_c2
Cameroon court acquits 2 men imprisoned for 'looking gay' A Cameroon appeals court overturned the sentence of two men found guilty of homosexuality because they wore women's clothing and makeup.
01/08/2013
Happy New Year Fellow Development followers. Let's ring in the new year by being unforgettable in every way. Easier said than done, but it's a goal you can all achieve!
http://www.forbes.com/sites/shanerobinson/2013/01/03/new-years-resolution-be-unforgettable/?goback=.gde_874127_member_200962723
New Year's Resolution: Be Unforgettable - Forbes Comedian Bill Hicks, 1961-1994 Perception is Reality Whether you’re an entrepreneur, in the market for a new job or just want more friends, how others perceive you has a profound impact on your life. Have a bad reputation and people won’t want to work for you, hire you or befriend you. Have [...]
http://www.plusnews.org/Report/96973/HIV-AIDS-The-latest-word-on-hormonal-contraception-and-HIV
HIV/AIDS: The latest word on hormonal contraception and HIV In early 2012, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) announced it could not conclusively determine whether hormonal contraceptive injections increased the risk of HIV transmission. Almost a year later, WHO is still struggling to communicate clear guidance for women using injectable contraceptives, ...
12/05/2012
http://www.comminit.com/global/content/solar-mamas-are-women-better-getting-out-poverty-men
Solar Mamas - Are women better at getting out of poverty than men? | The Communication Initiative Ne Solar Mamas is a film about the heroic efforts of one woman as she overcomes significant difficulties to become a solar engineer. The film follows Rafea, the second wife of a Bedouin, who wants a better life for herself and her children. The Barefoot College takes uneducated middle-aged women from p...
M-health for contraceptive use in Tanzania. Mobile phones for global health really is an amazing innovation.
http://www.dailynews.co.tz/index.php/local-news/11563-mobile-phones-set-to-improve-family-planning
DailyNews Online Edition - Mobile phones set to improve family planning Tanzania\'s leading online News Edition (The National Newspaper). Get access to the most current and latest authoritative news on local issues, politics, events, celebrations, editorial, columnists, features, people and business
http://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/resources/multimedia
This is an excellent professional reference for any stage of your career!
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http://www.fintrac.com/company.aspx
The company seems to be doing amazing work. Staff report liking the work environment, and they are hiring! Check them out.
About Fintrac Fintrac, a woman owned and US-based consultancy company develops agricultural solutions to end hunger and poverty.
11/14/2012
http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2012/11/20121111142129195368.html
Puerto Ricans press US for American state Puerto Ricans have voted to become the 51st US state, but it remains to be seen if American lawmakers will oblige.
11/07/2012
Video: President Obama's Victory Speech President Barack Obama delivers his victory speech in Chicago after being elected to a second term.
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