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🌍 Investing in Africa’s innovation boom The United Nations estimates that by 2050, 1 in 4 people on the planet will be African. The continent is booming with innovation, business, art, and technology — and the promise of potential through efforts to invest in education and entrepreneurship. At #CGI2024, we explored what’s working to advance opportunities for young people and sustain Africa’s development over the coming decades.

New from The Hollywood Reporter on recognition of how CGI’s marketing and communications efforts advance the impact of the CGI community…and very proud of being included in this group of changemakers. “Selena Gomez‘s Rare Beauty; The Daily Show With Jon Stewart; Jelly Roll, Valerie June, Lainey Wilson, Foo Fighters and others with Power to the Patients; Google; Everytown for Gun Safety; The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; ESPN; Planned Parenthood; the United Nations; the NAACP; and the Clinton Global Initiative are among the finalists for the 2024 Anthem Awards, The Hollywood Reporter can reveal exclusively.” “The Webby Awards-presented social impact trophies, now in their fourth year, celebrate mission-driven work by people and companies making a difference worldwide. “ https://lnkd.in/epMMpCtW

David Fajgenbaum, MD, MBA, MSc co-founded Every Cure after he experienced firsthand how prescription drugs had the potential to be repurposed in treating and curing other diseases. At CGI 2022, he announced Every Cure’s commitment to developing an open-source database and launching the first clinical trial of the most promising drug repurposing opportunity within 18 months.   This week, Every Cure announced that they have received a five-year, $60 million commitment through TED’s The Audacious Project to advance promising repurposed treatments for patients around the world. Congratulations from the CGI team on this important new funding — join us in celebrating their impact on the global stage!

World Mental Health Day is a moment to reflect on the progress society is making around mental health, and the challenges that persist. Good mental health is achievable. Awareness about the importance of mental health is higher than ever. Proven treatments exist. The market is growing. Yet investment in mental health only remains a small slice of global health financing. Now is the time for change. We need to close the mental health financing gap, which would help nearly a billion people access the care they need. That is the mission of the Coalition for Mental Health Investment, which the McKinsey Health Institute cofounded alongside African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), Clinton Global Initiative, Kokoro , and Wellcome Trust. Together, we will work to transform the lives of people around the world while showing how mental health can be an attractive, viable, and scalable investment opportunity for funders across the full range of public and private capital. Read about the Coalition: https://lnkd.in/eMSe982f #InvestInMentalHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay

Introducing the Coalition for Mental Health Investment. Our vision → within a generation, investment for mental health will match the scale of global need. In partnership with the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), Kokoro , McKinsey Health Institute, and Wellcome Trust, we’re working to bridge the mental health funding gap. #WorldMentalHealthDay

Planette AI was honored to participate in the recent panel on "AI Applications for Greater Social Impact" at the Clinton Global Initiative. Our CEO & Co-founder, Hansi Singh, PhD shared insights alongside leaders in biotech and AI governance. Here's a summary of the key points (panel video link in comments): Dr. Hansi Singh, Planette AI (Environmental Forecasting): ▶ Leveraging AI for long-term environmental forecasting (2 weeks to 5 years) ▶ Combining historical data with physics-based models for more accurate predictions ▶ Making climate science more actionable to support industries critical to global wellbeing Lovisa Afzelius, General Partner, Flagship Pioneering (Biotech): ▶ Using AI to significantly reduce drug development timelines ▶ Emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to AI regulation in life sciences ▶ Highlighting AI's potential to address unmet medical needs more efficiently Carme Artigas, Co-Chair AI Advisory Body, United Nations (AI Governance): ▶ Stressing the need for inclusive and accountable global AI governance ▶ Distinguishing between ethics, regulation, and governance in AI ▶ Promoting proper regulation to create market certainty and encourage innovation The panel reinforced our belief at Planette that AI has immense potential for positive social impact across various sectors. From improving global health to mitigating climate change and ensuring responsible technological advancement, AI can be a powerful tool for addressing some of humanity's most pressing challenges. We're committed to continuing our work in using AI to provide actionable environmental insights while supporting industries and decision-makers in creating a more sustainable future. The diverse perspectives shared at this panel inspire us to push further in our mission! #CGI2024 #AI #Innovation #Biotech #EnvironmentalForecasting #AIGovernance #TechPolicy #Planette

We have a real opportunity to solve tomorrow’s challenges with the innovative tools and collaborations we are building today. The 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) reaffirmed this truth.   However, to truly meet the diverse health needs of society, we must focus on health inclusion. In this article, I reflect on three significant events at UNGA which emphasized the need for equitable innovation and collaboration to create impact. I welcome your thoughts in the comments.   A big thank you to Clinton Global Initiative, Foreign Policy, UN Climate Change, Climate Action, EY, and all our partners for the rich conversations.   #UNGA79 | #CGI24 | Novartis | Novartis Global Health | Novartis Foundation | Ann Aerts | Binta Beard | Carrie Scott | Lucy Gugen

"In order for us to build peace, we need empathy. In order for us to go across divides, we need to see the humanity of each other." At CGI 2024, Yael Admi, co-founder of the Israeli movement Women Wage Peace, and Reem Hajajreh, founder and director of the Palestinian organization Women of the Sun, joined us to discuss the historic partnership of the two women’s movements to secure a nonviolent resolution to conflict across the Middle East.

"Water is the key to a secure future, and we’re running out of time to act." 💧🌍 Honored to join EPA Administrator Regan at Clinton Global Initiative to dive into the critical role of water management in securing a sustainable future. As a proud member of the EPA’s Youth Advisory Council, I’m passionate about amplifying youth voices in climate policy and driving innovative solutions that can make a lasting impact. 💪 Administrator Regan and I discussed the power of collaboration, and how bold partnerships across sectors can tackle the water crisis head-on. Together, we’re shaping a future that prioritizes sustainability and resilience for generations to come. 🚀

At #CGI2024, President Clinton and the Aviram Foundation honored Los Angeles Times reporter Susanne Rust (Susanne R.) with the first-ever “Aviram Award for Climate Journalism.” Her work highlights the critical role that media plays in creating a more sustainable planet by keeping the climate crisis at the top of our global agenda. | Los Angeles Times