Entries by Jennifer Philipp

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Addressing HIV/AIDS in Morocco

The HIV/AIDS epidemic in Morocco has had life-changing consequences for communities all over the world. International leaders have made significant progress over the past 30 years in improving awareness of the disease and accessibility to treatment, but countries must still take substantial action to fully eradicate it. Morocco has taken large strides towards this, launching […]

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Food Systems in Pakistan

From inefficient supply chains to outdated frameworks, food systems in Pakistan are under significant strain. Behind spoiled harvests and empty shelves is a configuration of a fractured food crisis, where millions go hungry because of these vulnerabilities. More than 11 million people in Pakistan’s rural areas are facing these challenges, with 1.7 million in emergency […]

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Advancing Gender Equality in Ecuador Under SDG 5

Gender Equality in Ecuador is making significant progress as the country implements new laws and initiatives to address gender disparities. These efforts align with Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5), which aims to empower all women and girls. While persistent challenges like wage gaps and gender-based violence remain, recent legislative developments and support from international […]

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Addressing Mental Health in Mauritania

Mauritania is a country located in northwestern Africa and it severely lacks mental health care. The absence of basic necessities, ongoing economic instability and weak social support systems contribute to the development of mental health issues. Additionally, existing vulnerabilities such as discrimination and social stigma often intensify these struggles. As of 2025, there is no […]

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Everything To Know About Hunger in Sudan

With more than half the population facing food insecurity, Sudan is experiencing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises in recent history. However, with the help of community organizations and foreign aid, there is hope for addressing hunger in Sudan. The Current Situation of Hunger in Sudan Despite being the only officially confirmed famine in […]

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Updates on SDG 4 in Ghana: Improving Education Access

Often referred to as the gateway to Africa, Ghana has been a beacon of hope to other African countries and continues to make strides in all major sectors. However, that hope is bleak, especially in rural and underserved communities with regard to SDG 4 in Ghana. For example, many children have difficulty accessing education due […]

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How USAID Programs in Russia Have Addressed HIV/AIDS and TB

As the U.S. government considers further cuts to international assistance, USAID programs in Russia can show what the U.S. can accomplish when it comes to combating disease and poverty. However, it also can be a cautionary tale of what can happen to a country’s most vulnerable when USAID programs are suddenly cut without an adequate […]

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Shifting Focus on Mental Health in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Mental Health in Saint Kitts and Nevis, formally known as the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, has become a growing concern in recent years. A lack of prior funding and persistent cultural stigma around mental illness have left behind limited infrastructure for the country’s mental health care. Recently, however, the federation announced a shift […]

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USAID Programs in Thailand and Myanmar After Earthquake

Displaced persons seeking refuge in Thailand following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar in March are amongst those facing dwindling American assistance after the United States federal government initiated drastic reductions to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programs in Thailand, Myanmar and other countries in need of humanitarian aid. While non-government organizations […]