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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

MFAN was an early leader in calling for the creation for the U.S. Development Finance Corporation. Ahead of tomorrow's House on Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, we've outlined four recommendations to strengthen the transparency, accountability, & impact of DFC's investments: shorturl.at/6xm0X

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Strengthening the Impact of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

MFAN Welcomes Friends of the Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria to our coalition. Led by Chris Collins, Friends of the Global Fight advocates for strong, sustained U.S. support for the Global Fund and the programs working to end #AIDS, #Tuberculosis and #Malaria. #ForeignAssistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

MFAN welcomes new member @malarianomore.org. Led by Bill Steiger, Malaria No More envisions a world where no one dies from a mosquito bite. #ForeignAssistance #GlobalDevelopment #InternationalDevelopment #USAID

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

MFAN welcomes new member @onecampaign.bsky.social as part of our coalition. Led by Ambassador Mark Green, ONE is a global, nonpartisan organization advocating for the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in #Africa. #ForeignAssistance #GlobalDevelopment

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

MFAN welcomes Friends of the Global Fight Against #AIDS, #Tuberculosis and #Malaria, Malaria No More, and ONE as new members of our coalition. These additions are a testament to the value and impact of MFAN’s work. Read the statement: shorturl.at/c9aGX #ForeignAssistance #GlobalDevelopment #USAID

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MFAN Welcomes ONE, Malaria No More, and Friends of the Global Fight, Expanding Bipartisan Coalition for Modernizing International Assistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

This op-ed in the Washington Examiner by Jim Richardson and Bob Powers - who helped lead U.S. #foreignassistance at the #StateDepartment and #USAID during the first Trump administration - brings welcome attention to a critical issue MFAN has been warning about for more than a year:

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

G2G assistance is back in the #ForeignAssistance conversation. In a new MFAN Policy Commentary, retired USAID Development Lawyer and senior leader Peter Young shares lessons from 20 years designing and managing G2G partnerships across Africa and Asia. Check out his insights: tinyurl.com/kzxmf3u5

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

6 lessons from a recent Capitol Hill discussion on #DevelopmentFinance – and one clear message: countries can't be expected to finance more of their own development priorities overnight without significant U.S. investment in country systems. Learn more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/f...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Hiring at the State Department and USDA is a welcome step toward rebuilding U.S. #ForeignAssistance capacity. But effective program management will also require sustained investments in #DevelopmentExpertise, field-based staff, and operational readiness. Read our statement: tinyurl.com/h285kf69

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

At a June 4 briefing hosted by MFAN and the Consensus for Development Reform, experts explored domestic resource mobilization, private investment, debt management, and country ownership. As Ambassador Mark Green noted: development should help countries achieve #selfreliance - not dependence.

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

As U.S. #ForeignAssistance consolidates into the #StateDepartment, the question is no longer whether it happens—but whether it’s designed to preserve what makes development effective. In our new Policy Commentary, Dennis Vega of Pact outlines 4 priorities for getting this right. tinyurl.com/4bkrrh48

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

As debates continue on the future of U.S. international assistance, many of today’s key policy, budget, and implementation challenges were flagged early in MFAN’s bipartisan 2025 roadmap. Nearly a year later, the recommendations remain highly relevant: Check out the report: tinyurl.com/5e7mf29m

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We’re honored that MFAN has been named Site of the Month in the May–June 2026 issue of the @afsaorg.bsky.social Foreign Service Journal. We’re proud to be recognized for our work advancing practical, bipartisan reforms to strengthen U.S. development and humanitarian assistance. tinyurl.com/y8uymzs5

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Check out MFAN’s updated 2026 factsheet! At a pivotal moment for U.S. foreign assistance, the factsheet highlights our continued work advancing practical, bipartisan reform grounded in accountability, country ownership, and evidence-based policy. cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

This timely new @devex.com opinion piece from MFAN members George Ingram and Sally Paxton highlights the growing risks to decision-making and accountability as access to U.S. foreign assistance data declines. Read their compelling case for investing in data systems: lnkd.in/eKgFZWW4

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

How do we ensure foreign assistance leads to lasting, #LocallyLedoutcomes? In @MFAN’s latest blog, Counterpart International shares 4 lessons from decades of experience transitioning programs to local actors – from design to long-term sustainability. Read more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/4...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

As the House prepares for the FY27 markup, MFAN’s testimony highlights a growing capacity gap in the State Department's #ForeignAssistance and calls for urgent reforms - including fixing #transparency gaps, and prioritizing evidence in funding decisions. cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

MFAN’s Spring 2026 Quarterly Update is here. As U.S. #ForeignAssistance continues to undergo significant transformation, this edition explores key priorities for delivering effective, accountable, and locally led programs at scale. Read more: us13.campaign-archive.com?u=cb2d0b834a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

In case you missed it: A must-read opinion in today's Devex Newswire from Deborah Cook Kaliel, Lilly Banda, Phillip Palmer, and Denise Namburete - smart insights on making government-to-government assistance both effective and accountable. tinyurl.com/4ew92mzm

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Civil society can ask the hard questions. As our recent G2G report highlights - G2G agreements only deliver when they’re accountable. In #Mozambique, N'weti put that to the test - by digging into the fine print of a billion-dollar health deal. Read more: tinyurl.com/f8b4w55t

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

The U.S. is moving billions in aid directly to partner governments via the @StateDept. A new @Devex opinion piece highlights MFAN's roadmap on implementing government-to-government assistance - highlighting key recommendations for effective and sustainable engagement. www.devex.com/news/faster-...

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Faster, bigger, riskier: The new era of US foreign aid

Opinion: The U.S. is moving billions in aid directly into the hands of partner governments. While this is potentially good news, it is doing so faster with less support systems than ever before. We ha...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Aid in an Era of Disruption. In his new @MFAN blog, George Ingram explores how dramatic shifts in geopolitics, declining budgets, and a fragmented global system are forcing a rethink of #DevelopmentAssistance and #AidEffectiveness. Read more: tinyurl.com/4sema4xs

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Congress is calling for more effective & transparent U.S. foreign assistance. In our new MFAN blog, Delia Welsh, Mathematica, and David Alzate, GiveDirectly, outline how the @StateDept can strengthen #MonitoringAndEvaluation and cost-effectiveness. Read more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/t...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

MFAN welcomes new organizational members Pact, Parnters in Health, and IREX - strengthening a cross-sector network advancing more effective, accountable international assistance. Even amid uncertainty and budget cuts, momentum for reform is growing. Read more: tinyurl.com/37fajjb2

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MFAN Welcomes Three New Organizational Members, Building Momentum for International Assistance Modernization and Reform

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #6 emphasizes supporting local orgs and the private sector. Effective programs fund community oversight, expand social contracting to reach marginalized populations, engage local suppliers & promote pro-business reforms. Read more: cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #4: By using milestone-based financing, planning for contingencies, strengthening anti-corruption safeguards & pairing funding with targeted technical assistance, G2G agreements can manage risk and deliver results. Read MFAN’s roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #5 underscores that effective project management is what ultimately determines success. Rigorous planning, consistent data validation, regular reviews, and the flexibility to adapt when conditions change are essential to delivering results. Read more: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #3 – Use Government Systems. Sustainability requires stronger public systems. This includes: budget financing, national payrolls, procurement, independent audits & domestic co-investment. Learn more in MFAN’s new roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #2 – Build the Right Relationships. G2G is about partnering with: finance, planning & local gov, civil society, women leaders & vulnerable populations. True multi-ministry engagement reduces long-term dependency. Learn more in MFAN’s new roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

As the U.S. pivots to direct #G2G assistance, MFAN's new report aims to ensure the shift is effective & accountable. Today, we highlight the first recommendation: Build the operational backbone—clear policy, strong staffing, standard tools, regular oversight. Learn more: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Today, MFAN released a comprehensive roadmap for the State Department on implementing government-to-government assistance. It outlines how to safeguard taxpayer dollars, strengthen partner systems, embed anti-corruption protections, and deliver measurable results. Read it now: tinyurl.com/35zv5mu8

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

The U.S. is shifting to bilateral #GlobalHealth agreements: MFAN’s latest blog shares 7 lessons from our recent Hill briefing panel to strengthen these agreements & ensure they save lives, build country ownership, and drive impact: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/s... #ForeignAid

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

MFAN just released the first blog in our new series, “Moving Us Closer to Operational Readiness: Critical Needs for U.S. Foreign Assistance." Thanks to authors George Ingram and Sally Paxton for this look at the need for transparency across foreign assistance. www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/r...

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Restoring Transparency: Rebuilding the Foundations of U.S. Foreign Assistance Data

As mandated by Congress, transparency is a cornerstone of US foreign assistance – and for good reason.

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

📢 MFAN and ONE: Protecting the DFC’s Development Mandate With the DFC up for reauthorization, MFAN and The ONE Campaign have released a letter urging Congress to maintain a clear focus on low- and lower-middle-income countries. 📝 www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/m...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

As Congress works to reauthorize the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), preserving the agency’s development mandate and strengthening impact is key. MFAN has developed 5️⃣ recommendations to make this possible: cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

🚨 ICYMI 🚨 We’re Expanding Our Bipartisan Mission for Smarter, More Effective U.S. Aid 🎉 MFAN has received new funding from Open Philanthropy, allowing us to expand our bipartisan advocacy and education efforts. Learn more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/n...

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New Funding from Open Philanthropy will Enable MFAN to Expand Bipartisan Advocacy Efforts to Strengthen U.S. Foreign Assistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

🎉 MFAN is Strengthening its Bipartisan Advocacy for More Effective U.S. Foreign Assistance 🎉 We’re proud to share that MFAN has received new support from Open Philanthropy, an organization dedicated to maximizing impact through evidence-based giving. www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/n...

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New Funding from Open Philanthropy will Enable MFAN to Expand Bipartisan Advocacy Efforts to Strengthen U.S. Foreign Assistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

MFAN welcomes the release of the Administration’s first Global Health Strategy as an important step toward a coordinated U.S. approach to #globalhealth, but also notes its risks and limitations. Read more @ www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/m...

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MFAN Statement on the Administration’s New Global Health Strategy

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

🎉 NOW HIRING! MFAN is looking for our next Policy & Government Relations Manager! 🎉 Do you have a passion for ensuring that U.S. foreign assistance is efficient and effective? Have you worked with Congress for 2-4 years? If so, join us! Apply today! workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/defau...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

MFAN released a new report today expressing concern that the State Department lacks the staff, skills, and systems to successfully manage the U.S. foreign aid portfolio. Want to see our TOP TEN concerns and how they can be addressed? Read the full report here: www.modernizeaid.net/resources/op...

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Operational Readiness: What the State Department Needs to Effectively Manage U.S. International Development and Humanitarian Assistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

In our newest blog post, written by MFAN Executive Director Tod Preston, MFAN responds to the FY26 House Foreign Assistance Bill. To learn how the House bill will address key priorities areas, read our full story: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/f...

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FY26 House Foreign Assistance Bill: A Mixed Marker of Congressional Assertiveness

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

On Tuesday, MFAN proudly launched our bipartisan consensus vision for the future of U.S. international assistance. Coauthored by Republican and Democrats, these recommendations ensure that U.S. foreign aid remains effective, accountable, and transparent. Read the report here: bit.ly/4eZNICW

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Catholic Relief Services @catholicrelief.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

The USDA McGovern-Dole Food for Education program "has helped break cycles of poverty by providing more than just food: it has offered hope, education, and a path forward for these children, for whom their McGovern-Dole school meal may be the only meal they eat in a day." Read the full article ⬇️.

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McGovern-Dole Food for Education program still benefits Kansas farmers, and the world | Opinion

Former U.S. secretaries of agriculture Tom Vilsack and Mike Johanns urge Congress to continue international hunger-relief program.

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Publish What You Fund @publishwhatyoufund.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

📢 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 DFI Transparency Index Register now to join us & @odi.global on 26 June for this important discussion on the #transparency & #accountability of development & climate finance 👉 Sign up: odi.org/en/events/la... #2025Index #financingourfuture

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

The State Dept’s revised re-org proposal contains some encouraging changes from the March 28 version, but more improvements are still needed to avoid the continued degradation of U.S. development and humanitarian assistance capabilities. MFAN’s full statement: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/s...

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Statement from MFAN Executive Director Tod Preston on State Department’s Revised Reorganization Proposal

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Publish What You Fund @publishwhatyoufund.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Henry Lewis has dug into the funding provided directly to local actors by 5 major donors. He wanted to know if donors are delivering on their promises to increase local funding. The short answer: not yet. Read the highlights: www.publishwhatyoufund.org/2025/05/are-... #Localisation #LocallyLed

A bar chart showing the proportion of direct local funding by five OECD DAC donors, based on PWYF’s approach. The graph shows the Netherlands-MFA at the top with the highest proportion at 6.9%, followed by UK-FCDO at 6.3%, Australia-DFAT at 6.2%, Canada-GAC at 5.3%, and USAID at 5.1%. There is a separate bar shows the proportion across all five donors is 5.5%. The chart highlights the low levels of direct funding to local organisations across all donors.

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International Initiative for Impact Evaluation @3ieimpact.org · 26/05/2025

#Food insecurity isn’t just about scarcity—it’s about resilience. Discover what #evidence tells us about effective approaches to tackling #foodinsecurity and #malnutrition in Sub-Saharan Africa. 📖3ie-@deval-institute.bsky.social‬ blog: www.3ieimpact.org/blogs/tackli...

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Tackling food insecurity and malnutrition while building resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa: what works?

An upcoming rapid evidence assessment of the effects of information,

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Center for Global Development @cgdev.org · 21/05/2025

The dismantling of USAID shuttered crucial programs. The PRO initiative, hosted at @cgdev.org is stepping in—helping preserve USAID's cost-effective projects by matching donors w/ urgent opportunities. More from Robert Rosenbaum in @insidephilanthropy.com: www.insidephilanthropy.com/home/how-don...

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How Donors Can Maximize Impact Following USAID Cuts: The PRO Initiative

What if donors had a list of vetted, ready-to-go intervention points to save lives as USAID is gutted? That's what this urgent initiative seeks to provide.

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