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Xylem Teams Up with Partners and Communities Globally to Accelerate Progress on Water Security in 2023

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.

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  • In 2023, volunteers from Xylem (NYSE: XYL), its partners and customers supported 1,000 nonprofits, including Americares, Mercy Corps and UNICEF*, to help deliver WASH access and education for communities in 56 countries through Xylem Watermark , the Company’s corporate social responsibility program.
  • Colleagues participated in skills-based volunteer initiatives, designing and implementing WASH solutions for underserved communities, and building capacity through training and mentorship.
  • “Xylem Watermark draws on the collective power of Xylem’s team, our customers, channel partners, suppliers, and the nonprofit community, to further our mission to solve water.
  • Together, we have a unique opportunity to advance water security for all and our colleagues and partners continue to step up for SDG6,” Austin Alexander, Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact at Xylem, said.

Takeda Commits Over $30 Million in Five New Global CSR Partnerships To Further Drive Health Impact in 92 Countries

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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Takeda ( TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK ) today announced five new partnerships to its Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program, which contribute to strengthening health systems in low- and middle-income countries.

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  • Takeda ( TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK ) today announced five new partnerships to its Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program, which contribute to strengthening health systems in low- and middle-income countries.
  • Takeda expects that Global CSR Program’s new five partnerships will bring its reach to 25.2 million people in 92 countries by 2028.
  • There are no quick fixes to global health challenges, which are complex, multi-dimensional and context dependent.
  • Health Information Systems: Developed, enhanced, or implemented 49 digital solutions, platforms, or tools to support data-informed health planning and health decision-making.

Global Microfinance Index announces early insights, Top Impact Award Winners and 3 new tools to access the data

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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LONDON, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Microfinance is improving the quality of life, increasing the resilience of low-income customers to withstand economic shocks, and reaching people without prior access to financial services without creating over-indebtedness. By providing small loans, savings accounts, and other financial services tailored to the needs of marginalized communities, FSPs empower individuals to improve their livelihoods and break the cycle of poverty.

Key Points: 
  • Clients with group loans report a better experience with their Financial Service Provider (FSP) than those with individual loans.
  • The 60 Decibels Microfinance (MFI) Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that exists to measure and benchmark the impact of the microfinance industry – providing high-quality, comparable social performance data for Africa, Asia and Latin America.
  • More info on the 3 MFI Index data tools can be found at https://60decibels.com/insights/mfi-data/ .
  • Full details of the winners and award criteria can be found at https://60decibels.com/mfi-awards/ .

Global Microfinance Index announces early insights, Top Impact Award Winners and 3 new tools to access the data

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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LONDON, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Microfinance is improving the quality of life, increasing the resilience of low-income customers to withstand economic shocks, and reaching people without prior access to financial services without creating over-indebtedness. By providing small loans, savings accounts, and other financial services tailored to the needs of marginalized communities, FSPs empower individuals to improve their livelihoods and break the cycle of poverty.

Key Points: 
  • Clients with group loans report a better experience with their Financial Service Provider (FSP) than those with individual loans.
  • The 60 Decibels Microfinance (MFI) Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that exists to measure and benchmark the impact of the microfinance industry – providing high-quality, comparable social performance data for Africa, Asia and Latin America.
  • More info on the 3 MFI Index data tools can be found at https://60decibels.com/insights/mfi-data/ .
  • Full details of the winners and award criteria can be found at https://60decibels.com/mfi-awards/ .

Global financial inclusion initiative expands to collect over 1 million unique data points in 2023

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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LONDON, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 60 Decibels, a global impact measurement company, is excited to announce the 2023 Microfinance Index (MFI Index), gathering over 1 million unique data points. The Microfinance Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that provides high-quality, comparable impact data for the microfinance industry, driven entirely by client voices.

Key Points: 
  • The Microfinance Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that provides high-quality, comparable impact data for the microfinance industry, driven entirely by client voices.
  • The Index is designed to complement and integrate with existing frameworks and standards in microfinance, impact investing, and international development.
  • The 2023 MFI Index provides data aligned to IRIS+ metrics and the five dimensions of impact guidance established by the Impact Management Project.
  • To learn more and sign up to receive the 2023 Microfinance Index, please visit https://60decibels.com/mfi-index/

Global financial inclusion initiative expands to collect over 1 million unique data points in 2023

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Kiva, BRAC, Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation, Opportunity International, SIDI, HOPE, Fahd of Saudi Arabia, Symbiosis, Business, Gojō, Development, Mercy Corps, MFI, Advans, Korean House for International Solidarity, Social capital, Gold, Collection, Investment, Access, FMO, Tutoring, Cryptocurrency, Wood-plastic composite, Index, Acción, Finnfund

LONDON, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 60 Decibels, a global impact measurement company, is excited to announce the 2023 Microfinance Index (MFI Index), gathering over 1 million unique data points. The Microfinance Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that provides high-quality, comparable impact data for the microfinance industry, driven entirely by client voices.

Key Points: 
  • The Microfinance Index is a groundbreaking financial inclusion initiative that provides high-quality, comparable impact data for the microfinance industry, driven entirely by client voices.
  • The Index is designed to complement and integrate with existing frameworks and standards in microfinance, impact investing, and international development.
  • The 2023 MFI Index provides data aligned to IRIS+ metrics and the five dimensions of impact guidance established by the Impact Management Project.
  • To learn more and sign up to receive the 2023 Microfinance Index, please visit https://60decibels.com/mfi-index/

DREAMS for Refugees from Village Enterprise and Mercy Corps Wins Fast Company's World Changing Ideas Award

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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SAN CARLOS, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DREAMS for Refugees, an innovative new model for supporting refugees and alleviating poverty from Village Enterprise in partnership with Mercy Corps, is the recipient of Fast Company's 2023 World Changing Ideas Award for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Key Points: 
  • SAN CARLOS, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DREAMS for Refugees, an innovative new model for supporting refugees and alleviating poverty from Village Enterprise in partnership with Mercy Corps, is the recipient of Fast Company's 2023 World Changing Ideas Award for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • "What makes DREAMS so special is the unique partnership between Village Enterprise and Mercy Corps that drives innovation as we take on two of the biggest challenges facing the world today—forced displacement and poverty," said Liz Corbishley, Chief Strategy and Partnerships Officer at Village Enterprise.
  • DREAMS for Refugees was a 2021 winner of the Larsen Lam ICONIQ Impact Award for Refugees managed by Lever for Change.
  • "We are thrilled to see DREAMS recognized by Fast Company's World Changing Ideas," said Dianne Calvi, Chief Executive Officer of Village Enterprise.

A $7M Gift from MacKenzie Scott Will Help Village Enterprise End Extreme Poverty for 20 Million People in Africa

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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Through collective action with governments, multi- and bi-lateral agencies, funders, other nonprofits, and private sector companies, Village Enterprise is currently scaling their cost-effective poverty graduation model to end extreme poverty and drive climate resilience in Africa.

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  • Through collective action with governments, multi- and bi-lateral agencies, funders, other nonprofits, and private sector companies, Village Enterprise is currently scaling their cost-effective poverty graduation model to end extreme poverty and drive climate resilience in Africa.
  • "Mercy Corps is proud to partner with Village Enterprise to alleviate poverty in rural Africa," said Tjada D'Oyen McKenna, Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Corps.
  • "Ms. Scott's gift is a powerful testament to our work and to the fact that we can't end extreme poverty alone," said Dianne Calvi.
  • "We're looking for more governments, agencies, companies, and individuals to join us in taking collective action to end extreme poverty.

17 Innovators Highlight Investment to Solve Global Water Challenges

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230322005481/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230322005481/en/
    Innovators highlight investment to solve global water challenges (Photo: Business Wire)
    The collective commitment will be announced later today at an event organized by water technology company Xylem (NYSE: XYL) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, convened during the UN 2023 Water Conference.
  • The organizations will also commit to ongoing engagement with development agencies, governments, and other stakeholders to facilitate more cross-sector action to solve water challenges.
  • “But the UN 2023 Water Conference is a timely reminder that water challenges are intensifying around the world.
  • The conference brings together stakeholders from across governments, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, nonprofits, academic institutions, and the scientific community to advance transformative ideas that can solve global water challenges.

Days for Girls International Named 2023 NCA Origin Charity of the Year

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Days for Girls International is an award-winning NGO that works to shatter stigma and limitations associated with menstruation for improved health, education, and livelihood outcomes for women and girls.

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  • Days for Girls International is an award-winning NGO that works to shatter stigma and limitations associated with menstruation for improved health, education, and livelihood outcomes for women and girls.
  • Tiffany Larson, Chief Executive Officer of Days for Girls International, commented:
    "Days for Girls International is incredibly honored to receive this Award.
  • NCA would also like to congratulate our 2023 NCA Origin Charity of the Year Award Finalists, Food 4 Farmers and Mercy Corps .
  • The Origin Charity of the Year Award will be presented March 10 at coffee's premier event, the 2023 NCA Annual Convention.