Sports are more than games—they’re bridges to peace, empowerment, and opportunity. USAID Administrator Samantha Power explains how USAID uses sports diplomacy to connect with youth and communities worldwide.
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USAID is the lead U.S. Government agency that works to end extreme global poverty and enable resilient, democratic societies to realize their potential. U.S. foreign assistance has always had the twofold purpose of furthering America's interests while improving lives in the developing world. USAID carries out U.S. foreign policy by promoting broad-scale human progress at the same time it expands stable, free societies, creates markets and trade partners for the United States, and fosters good will abroad. Spending less than 1 percent of the total federal budget, USAID works in over 100 countries to: -Promote broadly shared economic prosperity; -Strengthen democracy and good governance; -Protect human rights; -Improve global health, -Advance food security and agriculture; -Improve environmental sustainability; -Further education; -Help societies prevent and recover from conflicts; and -Provide humanitarian assistance in the wake of natural and man-made disasters. Privacy Policy: http://www.usaid.gov/privacy-policy
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- 1961
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- International Development, Disaster Response, Global Health, Food Security, Humanitarian Assistance, and Ending Extreme Poverty
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES: click the links below to learn more and apply! 🔸 Accountant, Frankfurt, Germany: https://lnkd.in/gnQqNfcM 🔸 Development Outreach and Communications Specialist, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: https://lnkd.in/gBPvd38B 🔸 Chauffeur, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: https://lnkd.in/gCUZDybp 🔸 Project Management Specialist, Bangkok, Thailand: https://lnkd.in/gvFiJF73
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Empowering women and girls is essential to driving global progress, from reducing poverty to combating disease to strengthening democracy. Learn how USAID is changing the way we work. https://lnkd.in/gp2Wi7qh
Investing in Gender Equality
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USAID’s latest Localization Progress Report describes how our programs elevate local leadership—looking across the various ways USAID engages with local actors. Take a look at our latest report here: https://lnkd.in/gQWwSKKF #USAID #Localization
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Click the links below to learn more and apply. 🔸 Supervisory Development Outreach and Communications Specialist at USAID Bangladesh Mission: https://lnkd.in/eF9YhMZb 🔸 Development, Outreach & Communication Writer/Editor at USAID Tajikistan Mission: https://lnkd.in/eFWSdNhw 🔸 Program Support and Communications Specialist– Office of Democracy and Governance (ODG), USAID Egypt Mission: https://lnkd.in/edaAcx77 #USAID #JobOpening #WorkWithUs #JobOpportunity
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NEW BLOG: For over 60 years, the Advisory Committee on Voluntary Foreign Aid (ACVFA) has been a vital link between government agencies and organizations working in international development. Read the full interview with outgoing chair, Paul Weisenfeld, to learn how he views the committee’s role and value to foreign assistance now and into the future. #USAID #NewBlog
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We are excited to announce that WorkwithUSAID.gov is now available in Portuguese, as well as French, Spanish, and Arabic -- opening doors to partnership for more organizations around the world! Check out WorkwithUSAID.gov in YOUR language today by using the language selector at the top of the page. https://lnkd.in/gKH9eAmF Tell us about your experience using WorkwithUSAID.gov in Portuguese, French, Arabic, or Spanish in the comments below to help us continue growing and improving! #USAID #WorkWithUSAID
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From urban areas to rural villages around the world, women are securing land rights, managing sustainable businesses, driving innovation in emerging economies, and breaking barriers, thanks to USAID and U.S. Department of State implemented GEEA Fund programs. Check out the GEEA 2024 progress report to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ed45eAsi #USAID #EconomicEmpowerment #GenderEquality
Unlocking Women’s Economic Potential: Gender Equity and Equality Action (GEEA) Fund 2024 Progress Report | Document | U.S. Agency for International Development
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We’re honoring late President Carter's legacy in combating disabling, life-altering neglected tropical diseases. His relentless efforts against the “fiery serpent” Guinea worm disease saved millions from suffering. Learn more about President Carter’s contribution to ending neglected diseases in our latest blog: usaid.link/fmc #GlobalHealth #BeatNTDs #EndNTDs
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES: We have opportunities this week in both Thailand and Egypt. Click the links below to learn more and apply: 🔹 Project Management Specialist (HIV), located in Bangkok, Thailand. https://lnkd.in/gvFiJF73 The below vacancies are all located at our USAID Mission in Cairo, Egypt: 🔸 Deputy Office Director, OHP: https://lnkd.in/gTgf7FvD 🔸 Project Management Specialist - Family Planning/Reproductive Health, OHP: https://lnkd.in/gKN3h6JT 🔸 Supervisory Project Management Specialist - Global Health Security(GHS), OHP: https://lnkd.in/gDVbFHSE 🔸 Development Program Specialist (Digital Development Advisor), PO: https://lnkd.in/gAtZje_J
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