Podcasts about United Nations Foundation

On this episode of 1050 Bascom, we were honored to welcome Ambassador John E. Lange, a distinguished diplomat, global health leader, and proud alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Over his 28-year career in the U.S. Foreign Service, Ambassador Lange served in pivotal roles, including U.S. Ambassador to Botswana, Special Representative on Avian and Pandemic Influenza, and Deputy U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator at the launch of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.His career has taken him from high-level diplomatic negotiations to frontline crisis leadership. After retiring from the Foreign Service in 2009, Ambassador Lange continued his commitment to global health at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the United Nations Foundation, where he has worked to advance global health diplomacy, pandemic preparedness, and disease eradication initiatives.In this episode, Ambassador Lange shared insights from his diplomatic career, his work in global health, and the importance of public service in addressing global challenges. We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation with Ambassador Lange and learned so much. We hope you will too.

There are a small number of people to whom I owe my career, and one of them is Ted Turner. In 1998, he famously pledged a billion dollars to support UN causes, leading to the creation of the United Nations Foundation. The UN Foundation, in turn, was one of my key backers early in my career when I launched the first blog about the UN, UN Dispatch. There's a new six-part documentary on Netflix about Ted Turner that I cannot recommend highly enough. Call Me Ted delves deep into both his personal history and business ventures, including the founding of CNN. But for me, the most intriguing part of the documentary is its exploration of Ted Turner's deep commitment to philanthropy. As I discuss in my interview with filmmaker Keith Clarke, his example stands in stark contrast to today's social media moguls.

Join us with our guest speaker Priyanka Jain!In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking research on the vaginal microbiome and its crucial role in fertility, conception, and pregnancy outcomes. Whether you're trying to conceive naturally or through IVF, understanding this often-overlooked factor could make all the difference.Priyanka is the co-founder & CEO of Evvy, a precision women's health startup discovering overlooked biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. Before founding Evvy, Priyanka was the Head of Product at Pymetrics, a startup using behavioral science and AI to make talent matching more effective and fair. She serves on advisory boards for the XPRIZE Foundation and the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up campaign. Priyanka received her B.S. from Stanford University, where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business. She has been recognized as Forbes 30 under 30 and Inc.'s Top Female Founders.Here's what we cover in this episode:

As we move towards a more sustainable future, renewable energy is reshaping the way we cook and consume food. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews epidemiology researcher Dr. Matthew Shupler on the effect renewable energy has on our cooking habits. Based at Harvard Chan School of Public Health, Dr. Matthew Shupler conducts research on the effects of air pollution exposure on adverse pregnancy and early childhood outcomes. During his previous stints at the University of British Columbia and the University of Liverpool, he looked into the health effects of household air pollution exposure due to cooking with polluting fuels, such as wood and coal, in over a dozen countries. Additionally, Matthew has also worked as a Global Health Fellow at the United Nations Foundation's Clean Cooking Alliance. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Shupler highlights the pressing issue of climate change, and how fighting it from our kitchens, simply by converting to renewable energy, can make all the difference. He goes into detail about how renewable energy cooking can relieve a great deal of stress, for first-world nations and lower- to middle-income countries alike. Together, Marie and Dr. Matthew Shupler discuss affordable workarounds that may prove effective for renters and homeowners on a budget. So, tune in for an episode that delves into the exciting intersection of renewable energy and culinary practices. Follow Dr. Matthew Shupler's work via the following links: Harvard Chan School of Public Health: https://hsph.harvard.edu/profile/matthew-shupler/ University of Liverpool: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/people/matthew-shupler Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=z78QWwcAAAAJ&hl=en The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/profiles/matthew-shupler-1192562 Clean Cooking Alliance: https://cleancooking.org Modern Energy Cooking Services: https://mecs.org.uk CLEAN-Air(Africa): https://cleanairafrica.com Connect with Dr. Matthew Shupler via the following links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mshupler/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_shup Produced by the Home Organization Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://ho.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Home Organization Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCODVhYC-MeTMKQEwwRr8WVQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeorg.science.labs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeorg.science.labs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HOScienceLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/home-organization-science-labs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@home.org.science.labs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/room-by-room-the-home-organization-science-insights-podcast/id1648509192 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kUgWDXmcGl5XHbYspPtcW Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37779f90-f736-4502-8dc4-3a653b8492bd iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102862783 Podbean: https://homeorganizationinsights.podbean.com/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402163 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/room-by-room-the-home-organiza-4914172 

Priyanka Jain is the co-founder & CEO of Evvy, a precision women's health startup discovering unnoticed biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. The episode explores the challenges women face in diagnosing and treating conditions like PCOS and the significance of the vaginal microbiome in women's health. Priyanka Jain shares her journey from working in nonprofits to founding Evvy, a company dedicated to improving women's health through better data and diagnostics. Evvy's at-home vaginal microbiome test is the first and only CLIA-certified, mNGS vaginal health test, providing you with the most reliable, comprehensive answers from a single swab. The discussion covers the impact of hormonal imbalances, the role of the vaginal microbiome in preventing infections, and the importance of personalized healthcare. Sponsors: Find SmartMouth at CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart or visit https://smartmouth.com/shemd to snag a special discount on your next SmartMouth purchase. Your mouth will thank you!You can try Freed for free right now by going to https://getfreed.ai. Listeners can use the SHEMD code for $50 off their first month.Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to https://timeline.com/SHEMD.Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code SHEMD at https://OSEAMalibu.com.Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SHEMD.In This Episode:[2:55] Priyanka Jain's background and journey[5:50] The importance of destigmatizing women's health issues[8:20] Understanding the vaginal microbiome[20:03] Evvy's approach to vaginal health testing[31:02] Insights from Evvy's data on women's health[46:45] Tips for maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiomeKey Takeaways:Consult Before Self-Diagnosing: Always seek professional medical advice or testing before assuming you know the cause of any vaginal symptoms. This helps avoid unnecessary treatments and ensures accurate diagnosis.Be Your Own Advocate: Pay close attention to your body and symptoms. Gather data and information about your health to effectively communicate with healthcare providers, ensuring you receive the best care possible.Understand the Impact of Sexual Activity: Recognize that sexual activity can influence vaginal health. Be mindful of changes in symptoms following sexual encounters and consider discussing these with a healthcare provider if issues arise.Consider Proactive Testing: If you experience recurrent symptoms or are in a specific life stage (e.g., trying to conceive, menopause), consider using at-home testing services like Evvy to monitor your vaginal health and seek guidance when necessary.Avoid Overuse of Antibiotics: Be cautious with antibiotic use, as it can disrupt the natural balance of bacteria. Discuss alternative treatments with your healthcare provider, such as probiotics or lifestyle changes, to maintain a healthy microbiome.About the Guest:Priyanka is the co-founder & CEO of Evvy, a precision women's health startup discovering overlooked biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. Before founding Evvy, Priyanka was the Head of Product at pymetrics, a startup using behavioral science and AI to make talent matching more effective and fair. She graduated from Stanford University and serves on advisory boards for the XPRIZE Foundation and the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up campaign.Priyanka received her B.S. from Stanford University, where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business. She has been recognized as Forbes 30 under 30 and Inc's Top Female Founders.EvvyEvvy's at-home vaginal microbiome test is the first and only CLIA-certified, mNGS vaginal health test — providing you with the most reliable, comprehensive answers from a single swab. All results come with a custom plan of clear next steps, along with science-backed education, community, and 1:1 coaching. For eligible tests, they also offer integrative, prescription treatment programs. The results from the Evvy testing kit are analyzed to give users a detailed report on their vaginal health. This report can include information on the balance of different microorganisms, potential health issues, and personalized recommendations for maintaining a healthy microbiome. In addition to its products, Evvy provides educational resources to help women understand their vaginal health better. This includes information on how the vaginal microbiome works, how to interpret test results, and ways to support overall vaginal health. Resource Links:Priyanka's LinkedInInstagram @evvy Company URL www.evvy.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Republicans will soon control the House of Representatives, the Senate, and, of course, the White House. What does this Republican trifecta mean for the United Nations? Peter Yeo, Executive Vice President of the United Nations Foundation, explains the nuances of how Republicans have traditionally approached the United States's relationship to the United Nations, what we can expect from the second Trump Administration, the Senate and House moving forward. 

Join us on this episode of the EcoVybz Podcast's Karibe Speak Season as we sit down with Jevanic Henry, a distinguished climate and development professional from Saint Lucia. Jevanic has an impressive background, having served as the Climate Change Special Envoy for the Caribbean Youth Environment Network and as a Foreign Service Officer with the Government of Saint Lucia. His extensive experience in the multilateral space includes roles such as United Nations Foundation's Next Generation Fellow, a position with the climate change unit of the Commonwealth Secretariat, and co-authoring a practical guide on enhancing access to climate finance. In 2023, Jevanic became Saint Lucia's first Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) Fellow, working at the Permanent Mission of Saint Lucia to the United Nations in New York. He also achieved the milestone of being appointed the first Caribbean representative to the UN Secretary-General's Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change. Throughout the episode, we delve into the climate realities facing the Caribbean, particularly in Saint Lucia. We discuss the critical importance of climate finance, the intricacies of climate finance negotiations at COP 28, and the progress being made on Loss and Damage. Additionally, Jevanic shares his insights on the significance of community engagement and his ongoing efforts to support community-based youth entities in Saint Lucia. These efforts include building capacity, developing bankable project proposals, and accessing relevant financing facilities for climate change resilience projects. Tune in to hear from Jevanic Henry and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in climate advocacy within the Caribbean. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about climate action and the empowerment of local communities. Check out Jeo on LinkedIn Follow @ecovybz on social media platforms

Peter Yeo, President of the Better World Campaign and Senior Vice President at the United Nations Foundation, leads the Foundation's strategic engagement with the U.S. Congress and Administrations to advance policy changes that support the UN's work for global progress. Although there are many myths about the UN, recent polling shows that 52% of Americans have a favorability rating of the UN. The UN affects all inhabitants of the planet with its valuable programs to assist refugees, combat climate change, provide humanitarians assistance, control diseases, and help move aircraft, ships, mail and weather information in international space. When the UN Security Council was paralyzed re: Ukraine, several UN agencies worked on the front lines to provide food, medicines and other humanitarian needs. The UN is striving to improve its coordination, transparency and accountability to be more effective and efficient. If the UN did not exist, we would have to create it tomorrow.  

Jennifer Kim Field is the Chief Sustainability Officer for Henry Schein, Inc., the world's largest provider of solutions for health care professionals. Jen is responsible for the Company's global sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) work and integrating ESG into the Company's strategies and activities. Jen collaborates with the Company's Board of Directors, the Sustainability Committee, and key business teams such as Investor Relations, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Global Data Organization, and Corporate Communications as well as external partners to execute the global climate roadmap including carbon reduction goals, ensure our progress and performance meet evolving global auditing and regulatory requirements, and attract new investors focused on corporate sustainability. She oversees the Henry Schein Cares team and program focused on advancing wellness, building capacity in the delivery of health care services, and assisting in emergency preparedness and relief to “help health happen” for at-risk and underserved populations globally. Jen brings over 25 years of experience to Henry Schein in the areas of business development, program management, strategic planning, corporate philanthropy and strategic partnerships. Prior to joining Henry Schein, Jen worked at the United Nations Foundation where she led public-private partnerships with Fortune 500 companies in support of the UN. Jen hails from Alabama, where she acquired a taste for grits and fried catfish. She graduated from Bowdoin College and lives on Long Island with her husband and two young children. Check out Henry Schein at https://henryschein.com.au/

The Commission on the Status of Women concludes this week at the United Nations. CSW, as it is known, is one of the major annual events at UN headquarters, second only to the opening of the UN General Assembly in September. But unlike UNGA, it rarely gets much media attention, at least not the kind of attention commensurate for a diplomatic gathering of its size. Joining me to explain the key debates and discussion from the 68th Commission on the Status of Women is Michelle Milford Morse, Vice President for Girls and Women Strategy at the United Nations Foundation.  We kick off with a long conversation about the unique diplomatic dynamic surrounding international debates and discussions on gender equality--including why after years of progress, advocates for gender equality are now playing defense. We then discuss some of items that were on the agenda at CSW this year.   

A United Nations foundation formed to support global U.N. initiatives has allegedly been funding Democrat state government offices across the United States. In some cases, the organization has been paying the full salaries of some government officials. The finding is raising concerns over the independence of officials who have received the money, and to what extent the funding has influenced their policies—especially on climate initiatives pushed by the foundation. In this live Q&A with Crossroads host Joshua Philipp, we'll discuss this story and others, and answer questions from the audience. Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.   ⭕️

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On January 25th, a milestone was reached in humanity's long fight against Malaria. For this first time ever, a Malaria vaccine was included in a country's routine childhood vaccinations program. Cameroon rolled out a new malaria vaccine for children and other countries will soon follow. This comes after years of successful trials in Kenya, Ghana and Malawi which demonstrated the vaccine to be safe and effective in preventing Malaria deaths among children.  Joining me to put this milestone in context is Margaret McDonnell, Executive Director of United to Beat Malaria, a global grassroots campaign of the United Nations Foundation. We kick off discussing the burden of Malaria around the world and have a broader conversation about how this new vaccine fits into global efforts to rid humanity, once and for all, of the burden of Malaria.

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In this episode, we talk to Priyanka Jain, Co-Founder and CEO of Evvy. We discuss what Evvy is, biomarkers in the vaginal microbiome and the future of vaginal healthcare. Don't forget, you can get $10 off your Evvy kit using promocode FEMHEALTH10.Remember to like, rate and subscribe and enjoy the episode!Guest bioPriyanka is the co-founder & CEO of Evvy, where her mission is to close the gender health data gap. Evvy is unlocking precision female healthcare through researching novel female biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. Before founding Evvy, Priyanka was Head of Product at pymetrics, a startup using behavioral science and AI to make talent matching more effective and fair. She is also a spokesperson for the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up Campaign and on the Innovation Board for the XPRIZE Foundation. She received her B.S. from Stanford University, where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business.Organization bioEvvy is closing the gender health gap by leveraging overlooked female biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. Evvy's innovative vaginal healthcare platform, powered by their groundbreaking vaginal microbiome test, is the first to combine state-of-the-art testing, precision care, and coaching to give women and people with vaginas the care they deserve. FemTech Focus Podcast bioThe FemTech Focus Podcast is brought to you by FemHealth Insights, the leader in Women's Health market research and consulting. In this show, Dr. Brittany Barreto hosts meaningfully provocative conversations that bring FemTech experts - including doctors, scientists, inventors, and founders - on air to talk about the innovative technology, services, and products (collectively known as FemTech) that are improving women's health and wellness. Though many leaders in FemTech are women, this podcast is not specifically about female founders, nor is it geared toward a specifically female audience. The podcast gives our host, Dr. Brittany Barreto, and guests an engaging, friendly environment to learn about the past, present, and future of women's health and wellness.FemHealth Insights bioLed by a team of analysts and advisors who specialize in female health, FemHealth Insights is a female health-specific market research and analysis firm, offering businesses in diverse industries unparalleled access to the comprehensive data and insights needed to illuminate areas of untapped potential in the nuanced women's health market.Time Stamps[03:03] Priyanka's background[08:16] The Evvy Product[09:20] Existing diagnostic process [15:39] Are doctors receptive to external data in their appointments?[16:53] Year of the patient[19:17] “Feminine Hygiene” products [23:45] Vaginal Microbiome research[32:31] Talking vaginas on TikTok[34:25] Talking vaginal microbiomes to investorsEpisode ContributorsPriyanka JainLinkedIn: @Priyanka Jain EvvyWebsite: https://www.evvy.com/LinkedIn: @EvvyInstagram: @evvyTikTok: @evvybio Dr. Brittany BarretoLinkedIn:  @Brittany Barreto, Ph.D.Twitter: @DrBrittBInstagram: @drbrittanybarreto FemTech Focus PodcastWebsite: https://femtechfocus.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femtechfocusTwitter: @FemTech_FocusInstagram: @femtechfocus FemHealth InsightsWebsite: https://www.femhealthinsights.com/LinkedIn: @FemHealth Insights

In this episode of GatherGeeks, BizBash chairman and founder David Adler sits down with David Allison, author of The Death of Demographics and a globally recognized researcher known for coining the term "valuegraphics." This data-informed strategy seeks to unpack human behavior by spotlighting shared human values over outward demographic characteristics. Major companies like Lulu Lemon, PayPal, Google, and the United Nations Foundation have embraced this concept, and here Allison breaks down how it can be used to better understand audiences, sell products, motivate teams, and design user experiences. He also discusses why it's time to apply this concept to the world of event planning to create programs that truly resonate. This is an episode definitely worth a listen for anyone seeking to take their events to the next level.

Elizabeth Gore, President Hello Alice | The Riderflex Podcast Elizabeth, with her remarkable background as an entrepreneur-in-residence at Dell Technologies, has significantly contributed to the scaling and prosperity of small and medium businesses globally. Her commitment extends to her role on the Board for Bunker Labs, an organization dedicated to supporting veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. Beyond this, she actively advises growth-oriented, purpose-driven companies such as Scoop and Go-Fund-Me, and invests as a limited partner with Portfolia fund. Elizabeth's expertise is also valued as an advisor to Ring Ventures, a Texas A&M University-oriented investment fund, and she is a part owner of Gore Family Vineyards in Sonoma County. Her previous tenure at the United Nations Foundation as vice president of global partnerships and founder of impactful initiatives like Nothing But Nets and Girl Up showcases her deep commitment to global causes. An accomplished individual, Elizabeth has been recognized in various media and holds degrees from Texas A&M University, blending her professional acumen with a passion for global entrepreneurship and community impact. Hello Alice, is your go-to platform for entrepreneurial success. As a free online resource, they are dedicated to guiding small business owners and entrepreneurs through every stage of their journey. With Hello Alice, you gain access to invaluable knowledge, funding opportunities, expansive networks, and a vibrant community of over 1 million small business owners. Our focus is on empowering underrepresented founders, providing mentorship, expert advice, and the support needed to help your business flourish. Meet Hello Alice: https://helloalice.com/ Watch the Full Interview: https://youtu.be/a-dPrThy_zU Unlock career success with "Riderflex Guide 2.0: Mastering Job Interviews." Over 30 years of recruitment expertise. Strategies for new graduates, seasoned professionals. Master virtual interviews,  and challenging questions. Get your copy today at: https://tinyurl.com/Mastering-Job-Interviews Listen to real stories from successful business leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs on the Riderflex podcast hosted by CEO Steve Urban. The Riderflex Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5NDLaxEqkMsnlYrc5ntAPw Trust Riderflex, a premier headhunter and employment agency based in Colorado, to recruit top talent for your team. Visit https://riderflex.com/ to learn more about our executive recruiting services. Podcast Sponsor: Kura Home Services, Air Duct Cleaning & Home Maintenance. For All your Home Maintenance needs!   https://www.kurahome.com/kura-home-services-colorado/ #HelloAlice #EntrepreneurshipEmpowered #SmallBusinessSuccess #InclusiveInnovation #LeadershipGoals #riderflexpodcast #careeradvice #Podcast #entrepreneur #ColoradoRecruitingFirm #recruiting #Colorado #National #Riderflex #TalentAcquisition #Employment #JobTips #ResumeTips --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riderflex/support

Best Of BPR 12/18: Dr. Megan Ranney On Guns As Public Health Problem & The United Nations Foundation

The international climate change conference, COP28, concluded in Dubai on December 13th, one day later than its scheduled end-date. Negotiators went into overtime to hammer out an agreement  that for the first time addressed the politically fraught question of phasing out fossil fuels.  Joining me to discuss that key outcome and other significant results of COP28  is Pete Ogden, Vice President for Climate and Environment at the United Nations Foundation. We kick off discussing why this particular meeting in Dubai was an important moment for the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to at least 1.5 degrees celsius. We then discuss the contentious politics and diplomacy around an agreement to phase out fossil fuels and other key outcomes of this UN Climate Conference.       

Edith Wharton once said, "There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." Today's guest, Aaron Sherinian, is both—a candle igniting change and a mirror reflecting the light of others. Eleven years ago, Aaron was the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer for the United Nations Foundation, where, amongst many other things, he was instrumental in founding Giving Tuesday, a movement dedicated to turning the Tuesday after Thanksgiving into a day of giving. During these crucial early days for Charity Miles, Aaron observed the power of our community sharing the #GivingTuesday hashtag on social media, sparking his interest in our mission. This led to a breakfast meeting that was a turning point for Charity Miles and me personally. Aaron not only connected us with crucial sponsors like Johnson & Johnson but also provided platforms for us to share our story at events like the Social Good Summit, the Moms+Social Summit, and SXSW. These opportunities were instrumental in introducing us to key members of our community. I've wanted to do this interview for a long time, and it brings me particular joy to share it on Giving Tuesday. In this conversation, Aaron shares insights from his career and personal experiences, including: The potluck dinner of life and how each of us can bring our best dish. Effective ways to invite people to embrace positive change. Think big but start small. The evolving role of social media and its impact on social causes. Why rallies are important. The importance of cultivating a purpose posse. Overcoming taboos to find solutions. The power of showing up. The transformative power of taking a chance on someone. It's no exaggeration to say that Charity Miles would not exist today without Aaron taking a chance on us. In honor of Aaron, I invite you to take a chance on someone else you see spreading light into the world. #EveryMileMatters

Dr. Frenk is the 6th President of UM. He is also Professor of Public Health, Health Sector Policy, and Sociology. Prior to joining the UM, he served as Dean of the Harvard School of Public Health and Professor of Public Health at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Julio was the Minister of Health of Mexico from 2000 to 2006. He was also the founding director-general of the National Institute of Public Health in Mexico, executive director at The WHO and senior fellow in the global health program of the Gates Foundation.Dr. Frenk holds an MD from the National University of Mexico, as well as an MPH/PhD from the University of Michigan. His scholarly production, which includes over 180 articles, has been cited >23,000 times. In addition, he has written three best-selling novels. He serves on the board of the United Nations Foundation and the RWJ Foundation and has chaired the board of the Institute for Health Metrics at the University of Washington. Dr Frenk is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the U.S. National Academy of Medicine, and the National Academy of Medicine of Mexico. He was elected as a member of El Colegio Nacional, one of the most prestigious learned societies of Mexico.He received the Clinton Global Citizen Award, the Yale University Bouchet Medal, the Welch-Rose Award, and the Columbia University Frank Calderone Prize.  He has honorary degrees from Universities in the United States, Canada, Switzerland, and Mexico.

As we celebrate World Philanthropy Day on November 15th, join us in an extraordinary episode of The Caring Economy Podcast featuring Scott M. Curran, CEO of Beyond Advisers. Scott is the visionary behind some of the world's most influential social impact organizations and initiatives, including the Clinton Foundation, United Nations Foundation, The Starbucks Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Emerson Collective, Sean Penn's CORE, and the Will & Jada Smith Family Foundation. His expertise has left an indelible mark on the landscape of global philanthropy. Before founding Beyond Advisers, Scott served as General Counsel for the Clinton Foundation during its most transformative period. His leadership was instrumental in scaling operations and impact, propelling the foundation to unprecedented heights. With over 4,000 staff and volunteers spanning 35 U.S. states and 40 countries, the Clinton Foundation's work under Scott's guidance touched countless lives through diverse social impact initiatives. Beyond his role as a CEO, Scott is deeply committed to shaping the future of social impact law. He collaborates with law firms, teaches the innovative course "Lawyers as Social Innovators" at Chicago-Kent College of Law, and empowers the next generation of changemakers through his work with law professors at various institutions. Scott's impact transcends borders. He serves on the boards of Two Bit Circus Foundation, Every Cure, and the Chicago Leadership Council of U.S. Soccer Foundation. As an alumni board member of the Chicago-Kent College of Law, he remains connected to his educational roots. Together with his wife, Scott champions social change through the Curran Family Impact Fund, leaving an indomitable legacy of philanthropy. Don't miss this special World Philanthropy Day episode where Scott Curran shares his insights, experiences, and the future of impact on The Caring Economy Podcast. Subscribe now and join us in celebrating the power of giving back!

In today's episode, Priyanka Jain joins Elizabeth and Sami to discuss the wonderful, often misunderstood world of the vaginal microbiome. She is the co-founder & CEO of Evvy, where her mission is to unlock precision female healthcare, starting by decoding the vaginal microbiome. She is also a spokesperson for the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up Campaign and on the Innovation Board for the XPRIZE Foundation. She received her B.S. from Stanford University, where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business.The three discuss their own issues with chronic infections and the pitfalls of current diagnostics. Evvy changes the game by using metagenomic sequencing to analyze all bacteria and fungi within the vagina, many of which are frequently missed by standard testing, to provide patients with the most reliable, comprehensive answers from a single swab. You'll learn about the different vaginal community state types, what the optimal vaginal microbiome consists of, the benefits of Evvy's health coaches and clinicians and so much more. Priyanka is a powerhouse, working with the mayor's office to better women's health outcomes and her passion and drive are endless. Website: https://www.evvy.com/Website: www.femmefarmacy.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/femmefarmacyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@FemmeFarmacy/channels Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Accounting Influencers Podcast, going live every Monday to 150 countries and 30,000 accounting practitioners, fintech specialists and influencers in the accountancy, CPA and bookkeeping space.In this episode of the Accounting Influencers Podcast, Rob Brown sits down with Calvin Harris, the CEO of the New York State Society of CPAs. Calvin discusses his role in leading the organization that represents CPAs in New York State and beyond. He shares his perspective on being a CPA and the importance of the credential.Calvin talks about the challenges and opportunities facing the accounting profession today, emphasizing the need for CPAs to demonstrate their relevance in a changing landscape. He highlights the role of technology, communication, and storytelling in showcasing the value of the accounting profession to younger generations.The conversation also touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the profession and the lessons learned from it. Calvin shares insights into the evolving role of CPAs and the importance of adaptability.Tune in to gain valuable insights from Calvin Harris on the state of the accounting profession and the path forward for CPAs in a dynamic world.YoutubeYou can watch this episode and more on our YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@accountinginfluencers Guest BioCalvin Harris Jr., CPA (MD), is the CEO of the New York State Society of CPAs, the oldest state accounting association in the U.S. With 30+ years of executive experience, he's been a CFO, auditor, forensic accountant, consultant, and entrepreneur.A Morehouse College graduate, Calvin previously served as the SVP & CFO of the National Urban League in NYC and CFO of Baltimore City Community College. He's held leadership roles at organizations like the United Nations Foundation, NeighborWorks America, Legal Services Corporation, and Aeras Global TB Vaccine Foundation. His career began as an auditor at Arthur Andersen.Calvin, the 24th Chairman of the Board and National President of the National Association of Black Accountants, has a deep passion for the accounting profession, inspired by his mother, a high school bookkeeping teacher. A Maryland native, he now calls Brooklyn, New York, home.Season 4 Sponsors & Links◣━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━◢If you like the show, we'd truly appreciate a review on whatever platform you listen. We'd love to get to know you!Main show website. For access to every single show with full shownotes: https://accountinginfluencers.com/podcastFor announcements of published shows, tagging guest so you can build your network and offer feedback on the show: https://www.linkedin.com/company/accountinginfluencersFor videos of all podcast interviews and bonus video content: https://bit.ly/AI-youtubehttps://www.instagram.com/accinfluencershttps://twitter.com/accinfluencershttps://www.facebook.com/accountinginfluencersThanks to our sponsors:Accountex. Accountex will return to ExCeL London UK on the 10-11 May 2023. Bringing together 250+ top fintech companies and cutting-edge start-ups, visitors can browse new software and stay up to date with the latest technology, tools and ideas in accountancy and finance. Alongside the exhibition, attendees will take away actionable tips from

During the United Nations General Assembly meeting, The TrustMakers is featuring interviews with NGO leaders. Michelle Milford Morse, United Nations Foundation's Vice President for Girls and Women Strategy, joins Alex Heath, U.S. Head of Social Impact and Sustainability at Edelman, to discuss the urgency of building trust in women around the world. “We're going to need … Continue reading "UNGA Special: Michelle Milford Morse on Addressing ‘Problems Without Passports' at the United Nations Foundation"

Throughout this week there has been a notable lack of female leaders. By my count just seven of the 99 Presidents or Prime Ministers to address the General Assembly were women.  This is a recurring issue in every UN General Assembly I've covered since 2005. In our second segment today, I discuss the issue of women's political representation with Hibaaq Osman, founder and CEO of Karama a movement working in the Arab Region on ending violence against women and promoting women's political participation. For our first segment, I speak with Pete Ogden, Vice President for Climate and the Environment at the United Nations Foundation. The Climate Ambition Summit convened on Wednesday by Antonio Guterres was the centerpiece of climate diplomacy at UNGA this year. Pete Ogden explains what happened at that summit and how events at the UN and throughout New York this week are helping to shape the outcome of the next major moment in climate diplomacy, COP28, which kicks off in Dubai in late November. The Global Dispatches podcast is teaming up with the United Nations Foundation for a special daily series during the 78th United Nations General Assembly.  Get our newsletter  

Today is Wednesday, September 20th and it was a very busy day at the United Nations. Of all the days this week, today was arguably the most packed with high level consequential meetings. Throughout the day today was the Secretary General's Climate Ambition Summit. We will bring you full coverage of that in tomorrow's episode. Also today, the Security Council held a meeting on Ukraine, which featured Zelenskyy's first time addressing the Security Council in person since Russia's invasion. There were two key meetings on Global health, one on Pandemic Preparedness and Response, the other on Universal Health Coverage. I will be speaking with Kate Dodson Vice President for Global Health at the United Nations Foundation about those meetings as well as a key meeting on Tuberculosis later in the week during our second segment.  Our first segment features Vera Songwe, Chairwoman and Founder of the Liquidity and Sustainability Facility and Co-Chair of the High Level Panel on Climate Finance who discusses the crucial topic of Financing for Development.  The Global Dispatches podcast is teaming up with the United Nations Foundation for a special daily series during the 78th United Nations General Assembly.  Get our newsletter

Tuesday, September 19th marks the start of the United Nations General Assembly "General Debate." This is the parade of Presidents and Prime Ministers who address the world from the rostrum in the United Nations General Assembly hall. The day follows a familiar pattern each year: the Secretary General kicks off, followed by the new President of the General Assembly, who is Dennis Francis of Trinidad and Tobago. By tradition the President of Brazil is the first leader of a UN member state to speak, followed by the President of the United States. Joining me to discuss these speeches and more is Anjali Dayal, Associate Professor of International Politics at Fordham University's Lincoln Center Campus and Maya Ungar of the International Crisis Group. We spoke just as Volodymyr Zelenskyy concluded his first in-person UNGA address since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. That is our first segment today. Our second segment features Butti Almheiri, UN Foundation Next Generation Fellow for Climate, who previews some of the climate focused themes this week. The Global Dispatches podcast is teaming up with the United Nations Foundation for a special daily series during the 78th United Nations General Assembly.  Get our newsletter

Monday, September 18 marks the kickoff to what is known around the United Nations as "High Level Week." The main event today was the Sustainable Development Goals Summit, which was intended to revive progress towards the SDGs following years of reversals during COVID. In the words of Antonio Guterres' opening remarks today, "the world needs an SDG rescue plan." Joining us on the second half of the show to discuss the SDG Summit is Navid Hanif, Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Development in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA).  To kick off and set the stage for all of High Level Week is Elizabeth Cousens, President and CEO of the United Nations Foundation. We discuss some of the key stories that will drive the diplomatic agenda during the 78th United Nations General Assembly and preview some of the major events and meetings happening throughout the week. This is your vital UNGA78 scene setter. Global Dispatches is teaming up with the United Nations Foundation for a special daily series during the 78th United Nations General Assembly. This is episode one of four.   

Elizabeth Cousens grew up with an insatiable curiosity about world events.  This early interest has led to a remarkable career of service, including significant roles with the United Nations, both in the New York headquarters and areas of armed conflict like Bosnia and Haiti.  At the United Nations Foundation, she oversees the organization that was formed thanks to Ted Turner's $1 billion contribution and that today works alongside the United Nations “to collaborate for lasting change and innovate to address humanity's greatest challenges.”  In this episode, Elizabeth describes specific projects the UNF has taken on, from eradicating malaria to responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, and shares her view that while the next few years will be “decisive” in our fight against climate change, we have the answers and know what is required to be successful.

We are excited to have SchoolAI as a sponsor for the Summer of AI Series on Transformative Principal. Please visit schoolai.com to save your teachers 10 hours per week. What does it mean to maintain humanity?  - To practice the forgotten art of being the ordinary.  - We are ok as the messy, complex meat machines we were born with. Don't have to be personal brands. Don't have to elevate or project or photoshop.  - Reverence for the base model.- Technology does train us, regardless of what we think about that.- Have an understanding of the basis of what we have as a human.- We've lost the drive to imagine apart from entertainment and convenience.- We don't have a vision of what a profile of a graduate looks like.- We need imagination for education, housing, energy.. the areas that would benefit ordinary people the most  - 9 beatitudes of media technology- “Let's just wait until the data is conclusive”- Kayfabe vs. Collective journey- Jerry Springer - Brilliant politician in Cincinnati.- Personal brand prohibited him from being a good politician- Hero's journey is tiring.- Collective journey doesn't have heroes. It has conductors: Ted Lasso, Encanto, and Barbie.  - Teams taking down misunderstandings, and systems.- Not individual villains. People perpetuating those systems are redeemed not banished.  - It's a lot easier to ban an avatar.- Let's teach kids new modalities. Don't perpetuate the hero's journey. Create collective journeys.About CJ CasciottaCJ Casciotta brings more than a decade of experience as a results-driven creative strategist and award-winning media producer.Seen by many as a trusted voice on 21st-century cultural shifts, he's consulted and developed campaigns for presidential candidates, IPOs, startups, and Fortune 500s alike, partnering with notable brands such as MGM Studios, Delta Airlines, Sesame Street, Lululemon, and The United Nations Foundation. An accomplished media producer, he's collaborated on projects with leading culture-makers like Ira Glass of This American Life, Seth Godin, and FoodNetwork's Maneet Chauhan.A sought-after communicator and TEDx alumnus, he's traveled globally speaking to creative professionals at venues like Creative Mornings, Charity: Water, and STORY. In addition, CJ's work has been featured by Forbes, Salon, CBS, MTV, and TechCrunch. He's the author of the book Get Weird: Discover the Surprising Secret to Making a Difference (Hachette, 2018). His next book, The Forgotten Art of Being Ordinary, releases in 2023 with BenBella Books. SponsorsSave your teachers hours per week with SchoolAI. It's not just a tool, it's a partner in the classroom. With school AI teachers can plan courses in minutes. Get realtime learning data and provide one-on-one tutor tutoring. Plus it's free for teachers. Go to SchoolAI.com/tpWe're so grateful to our sponsor AI Coach by Edthena. AI Coach enables your teachers to go through coaching cycles based on their own needs. The virtual coach guides teachers to reflect on their teaching, set a goal, and create an action plan… all based on gathering classroom evidence. It gives support between PD days  and other coaching cycles.Get a free trial for your teachers here.

Priyanka Jain has always been passionate about leveraging data to improve outcomes for women. She is co-founder and CEO of Evvy, a company focusing on closing the gender health gap by discovering female-specific biomarkers, starting with the vaginal microbiome. Evvy has the metagenomic sequencing  vaginal health test and offers care based on the discoveries to diagnose, treat, and predict risk for complex health conditions in the female body. Prior to Evvy, Priyanka worked as Head of Product at Pymetrics, where she focused on building algorithms to make hiring more fair, efficient, and transparent. She is also a spokesperson for the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up Campaign, Chair of the Acumen Fund's Junior Council, and on the Innovation Board for the XPrize Foundation. She received her B.S. from Stanford University where she was a Mayfield Fellow and President of Stanford Women in Business. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theia-hc/support

The international shipping industry is a major greenhouse gas emitter, accounting for about three percent of all greenhouse gas emitted last year. For reference, this is roughly equivalent to the total annual emissions of Germany.  Because these emissions occur on international waters, the shipping industry was purposefully left out of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. Instead, a UN agency called the International Maritime Organization is the forum for multilateral diplomacy to curb emissions in international shipping. In early July members of the IMO met in London for negotiations.   Joining me to discuss why this meeting was so significant to international efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions is Susan Ruffo, Senior Director and Senior Advisor for Ocean and Climate at United Nations Foundation. We kick off discussing the impact of international shipping on climate change and then have an extended conversation about what happened at this meeting of the International Maritime Organization, which includes a new target for emission reduction and progress towards enacting a levy on carbon emissions from shipping.           

https://youtu.be/CchlIk9SRBs Dr. Patricia (Patty) Mechael is an award-winning, internationally-recognized digital health specialist of three decades. Her work has been honored by the John Hopkins University Knowledge for the World Distinguished Alumnus Award, the British Council UK Education Social Impact Award, and the Rockefeller Foundation's Bellagio Resident Fellowship. On top of being a public health specialist, Patty is also a mom and author, who combines her passions for technology and innovation, science, women's rights, and the environment to inspire kids and adults through her writing.  Drawing on her career in global health, Patty's works wrestle with the toughest public health and societal issues of our time, including the environment, pandemic preparedness, responsible technology and AI, and mental health. She is recognized as a pioneer in the use of mobile and other technologies for health.  She is the co-founder and policy lead at the South Africa-based non-profit, HealthEnabled, has served as executive director of the mHealth Alliance at the United Nations Foundation, and as executive vice president of the Personal Connected Health Alliance.  In addition, she is co-editor of mHealth in Practice: Mobile technology for health promotion in the developing world, which is published by Bloomsbury, an editorial board member of the Journal of Medical Internet Research and Oxford Open Digital Health Journal, and a regular contributing author to AIMed's quarterly journal.  She has developed new curricula in research methods and information technology for health and international development and taught at many leading schools, including Columbia University, Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University, Rutgers University, American University in Cairo and Beirut, and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. In addition to having several books published, including her debut novel, The Antidotes, Patty has penned more than 100 publications on various aspects of public health and technology in scientific and health journals. Her writing draws on her more than 30 years of work in 45 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America. She earned a PhD in Public Health and Policy from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and a Master's in Health Science in International Health from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. She resides in Washington D.C. 

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Kristin Sorenson is the Vice President of Development at the West Point Association of Graduates. She joined the WPAOG in November 2009. During her tenure, over $803M has been raised to support West Point's Margin of Excellence and the Long Gray Line.Her 30 years of development experience includes serving as the Senior Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations at The New School in New York City, the Associate Director of External Affairs and Director of Special Gifts at the Museum of Modern Art, the Director of International Capital Initiatives and Associate Director of University Campaign Projects at Harvard University and the Executive Director of the Simon Bolivar Foundation.Kristin has also worked as a fundraising consultant for The United Nations Foundation, The Americas Society and the Council of the Americas and has taught fundraising essentials at Columbia University. She has served as a volunteer on numerous non-profit boards and councils over the years including The Horizons Initiative, The International Institute of Boston, The Fogg Art Museum, The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Manitoga: The Russel Wright Design Center, The Hudson Highlands Land Trust, The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, the Garrison Children's Education Fund and The Desmond Fish Library.Kristin speaks French and Spanish and has lived in Switzerland, France, Spain, and the Philippines. She has also traveled extensively throughout Latin America and Europe. She holds a 1984 BA in Comparative Religion from Kenyon College.

Back in 2017, the Trump administration announced that the United States would formally leave UNESCO, the UN's education, science and cultural organization. When the Biden administration came to office it promised to reverse course and rejoin UNESCO.  On June 12 this year it announced a plan to do just that.  Joining me to discuss America's complicated relationship with UNESCO and explain why the Biden administration is seeking to rejoin is Peter Yeo, President of the Better World Campaign and Senior Vice President at the United Nations Foundation.  We kick off discussing what exactly UNESCO does and how it supports American interests before having a longer conversation about this recent frought history between UNESCO and the US. Peter Yeo then explains the process by which the Biden administration is seeking to rejoin UNESCO. 

Uniting all nations on Earth around a common cause is a daunting task– and with a hotly-debated issue like the global climate emergency, it can lead to questions about the best path forward for all people. Ilze Melngailis is Senior Director, Business Council for the UN at the UN Foundation, an independent charitable organization created to work closely with the United Nations to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems. In this Point-of-View (POV) episode, she reveals the progress business is making to address those pressing challenges – and how we can work together in new ways to accelerate and scale those efforts to course-correct our future. Lead With We is Produced by Goal 17 Media - https://goal17media.com Ilze Melngailis: Ilze Melngailis' career has focused on applying business approaches to international development– accelerating gains in health, gender equality and poverty alleviation. She leads the Business Council for the UN (BCUN) and Private Sector Engagement at the United Nations Foundation, where she connects business with the UN and promotes companies' participation in the UN's historic Sustainable Development Goals. She also develops innovative corporate partnerships with the UN and other partners that help elevate the impact of each sector's ability to drive progress. Previously, Ilze has developed and overseen social marketing programs and public-private partnerships in over 30 developing and emerging-market countries through leadership positions at GBCHealth where she was Vice President, Partnerships and Impact Initiatives, and prior roles at the USAID-funded ACQUIRE Project at EngenderHealth, International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and consulting roles for the UN and other clients. A professional point of pride is having been the youngest-ever Executive Director of a global IPPF affiliate, when she founded and ran Latvia's Association for Family Planning and Sexual Health, the first organization of its kind in the region following the collapse of the Soviet Union. She is an experienced speaker and moderator, is fluent in Latvian and speaks conversational French and Spanish. Ilze is also a founding board member of Operation Fistula. She earned her Bachelor's degree at McGill University and a Master's degree in Business Administration with academic distinction from Yale University School of Management. Resources: Learn more about the United Nations Foundation at: https://unfoundation.org/ Connect with Ilze on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilze-melngailis/ Visit leadwithwe.com to learn more about Simon's new book or search for "Lead With We" on Amazon, Google Books, or Barnes & Noble.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A business's true test of survival is based on their ability to learn from challenges. By adapting to changing times, today's guest found a sweet spot in the market for their product to thrive. Today we're sitting down with Julie Smolyansky, who became the youngest female CEO of a publicly held firm when she took over Lifeway Foods at the age of 27 in 2002. Over the ensuing years, Julie has continued the company's growth trajectory with creative product development and marketing, bringing an Eastern European product into the US mainstream. Under her leadership, the company has grown annual revenues from 12 million in 2002 to over 119 million in 2021. During Julie's tenure, the company has expanded distribution throughout the United States, and has expanded their reach internationally. Julie serves as a member of the United Nations Foundation, Global Entrepreneur's Council, and was part of the 2015 Class of Young Global Leaders of the World Economic Forum. She's produced several documentaries, co-founded a non-profit test 400k, and she released her first book, a cookbook in 2018. On this episode we have a great conversation about taking over her family's business, the health benefits of kefir, and overcoming business hurdles.Highlights: Lifeway Foods' history and introducing kefir (2:57) Julie's transition to CEO (4:37) Gut health and kefir health benefits (7:28) The growing probiotics market (10:37) How the pandemic affected business at Lifeway Foods (12:08) Lifeway Foods' marketing strategies (16:13) Scaling the business, and future expansion (18:00) Manoeuvring in the current economy and supply chain concerns (20:26) Current products and new projects (22:20) Charity work and supporting Ukraine (24:12) Links:ICR TwitterICR LinkedInICR WebsiteJulie Smolyansky on InstagramJulie Smolyansky on LinkedInLifeway Foods on LinkedInLifeway Foods WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

The annual Commission on the Status of Women CSW is the second largest diplomatic gathering at the United Nations each year, after the General Assembly in September.  Thousands of delegates from hundreds of countries come to UN headquarters in New York in what is the major moment on the diplomatic calendar centered on the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women.  Joining me to preview what will drive the agenda at the 67th Commission on the Status of Women is Michelle Milford Morse Vice President for Girls and Women Strategy at the United Nations Foundation.     

If you'd like to connect with me 1:1, please send me an email via https://nishantgarg.me/contact/ If you like this short episode, please share it with one person and that would mean the world to me. Sharing is caring. Our guest:Kelly Boys is a trainer with the United Nations Foundation where she co-developed and works to deliver a mindfulness and well-being program called “Peace on Purpose” for UN humanitarian and development workers on the front lines. Listen to the full interview episode: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or on your favorite platform Show notes: https://nishantgarg.me/2021/01/11/kelly-boys/ Please visit https://nishantgarg.me/podcasts/ for more info. Connect with Nishant: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishant-garg-b7a20339/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nishant82638150

If you'd like to connect with me 1:1, please send me an email via https://nishantgarg.me/contact/ If you like this short episode, please share it with one person and that would mean the world to me. Sharing is caring. Our guest:Kelly Boys is a trainer with the United Nations Foundation where she co-developed and works to deliver a mindfulness and well-being program called “Peace on Purpose” for UN humanitarian and development workers on the front lines. Listen to the full interview episode: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or on your favorite platform Show notes: https://nishantgarg.me/2021/01/11/kelly-boys/ Please visit https://nishantgarg.me/podcasts/ for more info. Connect with Nishant: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishant-garg-b7a20339/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nishant82638150

Ryan Hobert talks about his time at The United Nations Foundation and the organization's mission A look at The United Nation Foundation's Sustainable Development Goals and who should be paying attention to them The world's climate goals, COP, and how it all comes together in the name of climate policy A discussion of energy independence and energy security

Delegates from around the world are en route to Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt for the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Better known as COP27. The conference lasts from November 6th to the 18th. These COPS are key moments for international climate diplomacy.  And since the 2015 Paris Agreement, it is the main mechanism in which countries renew, review, and assess their progress towards the Paris Agreement goals to limit global warming to at least 1.5 degrees celsius. In this episode, we give a preview of the key stories, debates and outcomes expected to drive the agenda in Sharm el Sheikh with a Twitter Spaces roundtable we recorded on Thursday, November 4th with guests Pete Ogden, Vice President for Energy, Climate, and the Environment at the United Nations Foundation, Nisha Krisnan,  Director for Climate Resilience in Africa with the World Resources Institute, Mark Hertsgaard, executive director of Covering Climate Now and the environment correspondent for The Nation, and Dr. Omnia El Omrani, the first ever Youth Representative for COP27.  

One of the key events during UN High Level Week in the New York is a major fundraiser for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, hosted by President Biden. This is the topic of our first segment with Francoise Vanni, the Global Fund's Director of External Relations and Communications. Our second segment features an interview with Susan Ruffo, Senior Advisor for Oceans and Climate at the United Nations Foundation who discusses a meeting of foreign ministers and civil society leaders focused on the clean energy transition.  This episode also leads off with a discussion about a unique meeting of the Security Council about war crimes and crimes against humanity in Ukraine.

Today's episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 21 and under normal circumstances the President of the United States, as host of the UN, would have addressed the General Assembly yesterday. But because of the Queen's funeral in London at the start of the week, the United States traded speaking slots with Senegal. Meaning today was the day of President Biden's much anticipated address to the General Assembly.  Shortly after President Biden's speech concluded, we spoke with Richard Gowan, the UN Director of the International Crisis Group and Anjali Diyal professor of International Relations at Fordham University and Senior Scholar in residence at the US Institute of Peace.  We kick off discussing highlights from Biden's address before turning to other key speeches and events driving the diplomatic agenda at UNGA this week. Next, we speak with Kate Dodson, Vice President for Global Health at the United Nations Foundation. She had just come from a key meeting on Pandemic preparedness and response, which we discuss.

The annual opening of the United Nations General Assembly is always a key moment on the diplomatic calendar. Hundreds of world leaders head to New York to address the General Assembly and participate in various meetings and events around the city.  Each day this week, we will bring you the key highlights from the 77th United Nations General Assembly. Today's epsode kicks off with an UNGA77 curtain raiser featuring Elizabeth Cousens, President and CEO of the United Nations Foundation. She discusses the key storylines, events, moments and speeches that will drive the diplomatic agendaduring UN Week.  Next we hear from Thaís Queiroz, Youth Representative for the World Organization of the Scout Movement and United Nations Foundation Next Generation Fellow. She participated in the Transforming Eduction Summit convened by UN Secretary-General António Guterres-- a major meeting of heads of state and civil society leaders focused on improving education access and outcomes.  

Supported by the World Health Organization, the United Nations Foundation and the big 6 youth organizations, Global Youth Mobilization is a movement of young people taking action to improve their lives in a post COVID-19 world. To date this initiative has funded 134 local solutions and 74 national projects in over 100 countries worldwide. In this final podcast of our popular SHINE series, Planet Classroom is proud to introduce you to 6 of the young Awardees from these projects doing critical work to address the negative impact of the pandemic and build back better. Get the inside scoop on how these social impact entrepreneurs are tackling the challenges on mental and physical health, the digital divide, education disruption and poverty in their local communities. Hopefully this podcast will influence you to get up and join them!

Supported by the World Health Organization, the United Nations Foundation and the big 6 youth organizations, Global Youth Mobilization is a movement of young people taking action to improve their lives in a post COVID-19 world. To date this initiative has funded 134 local solutions and 74 national projects in over 100 countries worldwide. In this final podcast of our popular SHINE series, Planet Classroom is proud to introduce you to 6 of the young Awardees from these projects doing critical work to address the negative impact of the pandemic and build back better. Get the inside scoop on how these social impact entrepreneurs are tackling the challenges on mental and physical health, the digital divide, education disruption and poverty in their local communities. Hopefully this podcast will influence you to get up and join them!

Supported by the World Health Organization, the United Nations Foundation and the big 6 youth organizations, Global Youth Mobilization is a movement of young people taking action to improve their lives in a post COVID-19 world. To date this initiative has funded 134 local solutions and 74 national projects in over 100 countries worldwide. In this final podcast of our popular SHINE series, Planet Classroom is proud to introduce you to 6 of the young Awardees from these projects doing critical work to address the negative impact of the pandemic and build back better. Get the inside scoop on how these social impact entrepreneurs are tackling the challenges on mental and physical health, the digital divide, education disruption and poverty in their local communities. Hopefully this podcast will influence you to get up and join them!