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🌏 #ICYMI: USAID Philippines, in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, has launched the “Biodiversity Crisis Escape Room,” an interactive attraction that provides both children and adults with a hands-on experience to learn about safeguarding our planet’s precious biodiversity. 💡 This innovative approach engages the next generation in conservation efforts, inspiring them to become active participants in protecting our environment. We’re proud to support this initiative through the USAID Sustainable Interventions for Biodiversity, Oceans and Landscapes (SIBOL) project. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqjiJdU7

Join the “Increasing reading achievement: Using system measures to spur improvement” webinar on Thursday, October 3 from 3:00-4:30PM ET! Hear how to build measurement systems and data practices that can support increased reading literacy for students with disabilities. Register: https://lnkd.in/eGY4bhki

👋 Meet the Philippine League of Local Environment and Natural Resources Officers (PLLENRO), Inc. They’re an RTI partner working to transform the energy system in the Philippines. Transforming this system will “provide energy security, sustainability, and accessibility,” says Executive Director Danilo Villas. PLLENRO helps environment and natural resources officers throughout the country advocate for change and translate national energy policies into local action. Learn more about this local partner and two others that are leading systems transformation in the country: https://lnkd.in/e_jQ47v4 #Asia #EnergySecurity #LocallyLed

🌱 Agriculture is the cornerstone of Mali’s economy, and the Feed the Future Mali Sene Yiriwa project is driving transformative change to improve both farming practices and the lives of farmers. By introducing innovative farming techniques, the project aims to boost crop yields while fostering resilience and economic stability in rural areas. By working hand in hand with local farmers, we’re enhancing skills, improving access to resources, and creating sustainable #agricultural practices that will benefit generations to come. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-pCDrGJ

Disability inclusion drives #Innovation, and at RTI International, we recognize the value of disability inclusion for our employees & customers. We are excited to share that we have earned a top score on the #DisabilityEqualityIndex and have been recognized as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN. “It’s an honor to earn a top score once again in the disability equality index. RTI is dedicated to providing a workplace environment where all staff can thrive and fulfill their potential,” said Bucky Fairfax, D. B. A., executive vice president, chief human resources officer. “Accessibility is fundamental to creating an inclusive workplace and is paramount to our culture and success.” https://lnkd.in/eRpVYVtt

#ICYMI: Check out this recent blog post by RTI’s Manon Billaud, Gabrielle Corrigan, MPH, Lauren Pindzola Courtney, Emmanuel Oga, and Kristen Stolka outlining key learnings from the recent Global Health Security Conference. We’ve highlighted 5 critical takeaways, from leveraging past outbreak lessons to embracing a #OneHealth approach and enhancing community engagement. Our insights reflect the innovative discussions and actionable strategies presented at the conference. Learn how these insights can shape future #healthsecurity and support resilient systems: https://lnkd.in/eEX5PdVV #GHS2024

 #ICYMI: 🌍 Power Africa Coordinator Richard Nelson was in the DRC last week, gaining deeper insights into the energy challenges the country faces and exploring innovative ways to accelerate accessible and reliable clean energy solutions. ⚡️ What innovative solutions, you might ask? E-bikes for one! 🚴♂️ Read Power Africa’s post below to learn more. We’re proud to support these efforts to expand clean energy solutions in the DRC through the Power Africa Empowering East and Central Africa Project.

👋 Meet the Forest Foundation Philippines. They’re an RTI partner working to transform conservation and the environment in the Philippines. Forests are the first line of defense against climate-driven disasters in the country. The Forest Foundation helps local groups protect and sustainably manage forest landscapes for greater resilience. “We envision a future where lush forests are protected and conserved by empowered people,” says Executive Director Jose Andres A. Canivel. Learn more about this local partner and two others that are leading systems transformation in the country: https://lnkd.in/e_jQ47v4 #Asia #ClimateResilience #LocallyLed

The USAID Jifunze Uelewe (Learn and Understand) project expands safe and inclusive education so all children can reach their full potential in Tanzania. Recently, the project facilitated school-based screenings in Standards 1-4 to ensure that children with vision and hearing challenges receive the support they need to thrive in their learning journey. Learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/ez6-Hkkd Watch the video to see the project's efforts in action ⬇️

Our Early Check research study that provides free voluntary health tests for newborns up to four weeks old in North Carolina, has received a three-year, $3 million grant from global health care company Sanofi. The grant will allow the study to screen 1,500 additional newborns and follow babies found to be at increased risk of type 1 diabetes through age two. “We are grateful for Sanofi’s support, which will increase Early Check’s capacity to screen newborns and develop a screening approach that could be used more widely,” said Holly Peay, Ph.D., a senior research scientist at RTI and the project’s lead investigator. “We can now offer children found to be at increased genetic risk a follow-up test at nine months and two years to look for early signs of type 1 diabetes. The goal is to make the diagnosis early, connect children to specialists for appropriate management and optimize health outcomes.” Early Check uses genome sequencing to screen newborns for hundreds of childhood-onset rare genetic conditions, many of which are not identified through the state’s standard newborn screening. Parents can also choose to learn if their newborn is at increased risk to develop type 1 diabetes. Early symptoms of type 1 diabetes can be hard to recognize, yet screening is not routinely offered in clinical practice. https://lnkd.in/e93M8hsK