Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

It was great joining Nayeema Raza at SEMAFOR's The Next 3 Billion Summit yesterday to discuss the transformative power of digital public infrastructure in accelerating the Sustainable Development Goals.  The world is changing, and we have to think bigger and take new approaches to development. DPI has the incredible potential to drive widespread participation in the digital economy, especially for women and low-income populations. This is where we will see the most long-term gains for both the private and public sectors.

“If we solve malnutrition, we make it easier to solve every other problem.” - Bill Gates Milk is a vital safeguard against malnutrition. Programs to increase milk production, improve its safety, and make it more accessible could prevent 109 million cases of child stunting by 2050. In a new conversation with Forbes’ Daphne Ewing-Chow, Bill Gates discusses why dairy interventions are a smart—and life-saving—investment: https://bit.ly/3XTCngJ #Goalkeepers2030

Ever heard of a bean matchmaker? As a fourth-generation bean enthusiast, Clare knows the power these small vegetables have to improve people’s lives. She’s spent the last 20 years bringing new combinations of beans together to see what varieties can produce higher yields and withstand extreme weather. Clare’s beans eventually make their way to farmers like Jennipher who test, taste, and sell the beans locally. Together, Clare and Jennipher are navigating the shifting climate’s impact on farming, helping communities access nutritious foods, and building economic power. Watch the full story: https://gates.ly/3ZEqwo6

At the #50in5 event at #UNGA79, global leaders convened to celebrate the impact of their #DPI initiatives in enhancing public service delivery, fostering economic resilience, and helping address critical challenges like climate change. The event reinforced the transformative power of DPI and the potential for future progress. https://bit.ly/47Bfj9X

Malnutrition is the world’s most pervasive public health crisis, and it’s especially devastating for children. But we increasingly have the tools and understanding needed to address it. #Goalkeepers2030 was an inspiring reminder: When we combine innovation and determination with a whole lot of generosity, progress isn’t just possible—it's inevitable.

Introducing the 2024 Goalkeepers Champions! This list recognizes 10 individuals who are tackling one of the world's toughest issues: malnutrition. As we approach 2030, bold action is essential to achieving the Global Goals, and these changemakers prove that progress is possible: Beza Beshah Haile, Founder of HOPE-Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, is working on transforming prenatal care in Ethiopia through her advocacy for folic acid fortification and support for families facing neural tube defects. Dr. Bhavani Shankar, Professorial Research Fellow in Food Systems, Nutrition and Sustainability, University of Sheffield, is increasing access and affordability to nutrient-dense foods in rural India through market innovations and research on equitable food systems. Dr. Jemimah Njuki, Chief of Economic Empowerment, UN Women, is facilitating women to exercise their own agency in nutrition and agriculture, while addressing the paradox that many women food producers face food insecurity. Ladidi Kuluwa Bako-Aiyegbusi,mni, Director and Head, Nutrition Department, Nigeria Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, oversees the ministry’s partnership to fortify bouillon cubes with the nutrients that children and expectant mothers need most. Secretary Lilian dos Santos Rahal, National Secretary for Food and Nutrition Security, Ministry of Social Development and Assistance, Family and Fight against Hunger, Brazil, is combatting hunger in Brazil through food security programs focused on family farming and support for vulnerable populations. Dr. Nancy Krebs, Professor of Pediatrics, Nutrition, University of Colorado School of Medicine, is advancing research on maternal health in the face of climate change, demonstrating the vital role of nutrition in mitigating extreme heat's effects. Ratan N. Tata, Chairman of Tata Trusts, is driving large-scale nutrition initiatives across India, from child development services to micronutrient fortification. Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, Minister of Health, Rwanda, is revolutionizing maternal nutrition with the implementation of a maternal micronutrient supplementation program. Dr. Tahmeed Ahmed, Executive Director, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh, is developing microbiome-directed therapeutic food to fight malnutrition in Bangladesh and beyond, improving childhood health outcomes. Dr. Zahra Hoodbhoy, Associate Professor, Pediatrics and Child Health, Aga Khan University, Pakistan, is championing maternal health in Pakistan with next-gen prenatal vitamins and AI tools that empower community health workers. It was a privilege to be able to welcome a number of these Champions to New York for the Goalkeepers Show. Learn more about the Goalkeepers Champions here: https://gates.ly/4gyLDhE #Goalkeepers2030 #UNGA79

The 2024 Global Goalkeeper Award, which recognizes a leader who has driven progress on a global scale toward achieving the Global Goals, was presented to Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. During his first term, President Lula launched Bolsa Familia, a pioneering anti-poverty and social inclusion program that helped lift millions out of poverty and reduce the nation’s stunting rate from 37% to 7% over three decades – showing the world that tremendous progress is possible with the right leadership. President Lula is now building on his domestic legacy to champion the Global Alliance on Hunger and Poverty as the signature initiative of Brazil’s G20 presidency. The initiative will share best practices and mobilize resources to help countries implement proven, evidence-based strategies to improve food security, enhance health, reduce poverty, and promote equity at scale. Congratulations to the Global Goalkeeper Award winner and to the 10 Goalkeepers Champions. #Goalkeepers2030 #UNGA79

The wait is almost over! Join us today, September 23rd at 6PM ET, for this year’s #Goalkeepers2030 event! Don’t miss out on important discussions about the solutions that could help end malnutrition, the greatest child health crisis of our time. We have the recipe for progress, now is the time to invest in it: https://gates.ly/3XUK5aD #UNGA79

A recipe for progress is here! We had a blast serving up nutritious food at our #Goalkeepers2030 food truck hosted by Chef JJ