http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/ Recent Fact Sheets from the U.S. Agency for International Development. http://www.usaid.gov/images/main/usaid_logoh.jpg http://www.usaid.gov en-us http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification webmaster@info.usaid.gov webmaster@info.usaid.gov http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110930.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110930.html USAID's efforts in global health have saved millions of lives. According to a recent survey, 56 percent of Americans believe the U.S. government should invest in global health./description> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:39:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110607.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110607.html At USAID we're pursuing market-driven solutions that really look to see how to involve the business community and we just unveiled a new venture capital style fund called Development Innovation Ventures [DIV], which will invest in creative ideas that we think can lead to game-changing innovations in development. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:39:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110526_1.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110526_1.html Presidents Obama and Medvedev recognize the collaborative efforts already underway between the United States and Russia to eradicate polio globally, and pledge to continue that cooperative until the eradication objective is finally achieved. Thu, 26 May 2011 09:39:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110526.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110526.html The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Russian Energy Agency (REA) on July 21, 2010, signed a Protocol of Intent to deepen collaboration on energy efficiency, 'smart grid' technology, and clean energy. Thu, 26 May 2011 09:36:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110503.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2011/fs110503.html Under President Obama's Global Health Initiative, the United States aims to contribute to a 30% reduction in maternal mortality and a substantial reduction of newborn mortality as a component of a 35% reduction in under-five mortality. To achieve this goal, USAID is focusing its efforts on 28 countries that contribute to 77% of the maternal deaths worldwide. Tue, 03 May 2011 15:15:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101118.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101118.html The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has embarked on an ambitious reform effort, USAID FORWARD, to change the way the Agency does business-with new partnerships, an emphasis on innovation and a relentless focus on results. It gives USAID the opportunity to transform its agency and unleash its full potential to achieve high-impact development. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:15:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101108.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101108.html India and the United States share a passion for and demonstrated leadership in agricultural research, technology, and education. Working together, they can discover and launch innovative solutions for tackling challenges that confront not just the United States and India, but in countries around the world. Sun, 07 Nov 2010 11:22:22 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101008.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs101008.html The new Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program seeks to reestablish the Agency as a leader in creating new scalable solutions to core development challenges. Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:09:22 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100809.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100809.html More than two decades of conflict have wreaked havoc on Sri Lankan society, particularly in the country's north, where fighting ended in May 2009. One of the goals of USAID's work in Sri Lanka is to help members of all ethnic groups rebuild their local communities and participate peacefully and productively in their country's development. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:09:12 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100803.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100803.html USAID's Deputy Assistant Administrator for Europe & Eurasia visited Armenia to explore the Mission's innovative use of strategic alliances with the private sector, multilateral institutions, local government, civil society organizations and others to accomplish key development objectives. Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:12:15 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100721.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100721.html On July 21st, USAID and the Russian Energy Agency (REA) signed a Protocol of Intent to deepen collaboration on energy efficiency, 'smart grid' technology, and clean energy. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:29:16 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_1.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_1.pdf Entrepreneurs require sustained access to non-financial business services such as technical and supply-chain expertise to improve their productivity and to participate in the global economy. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:22:40 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_2.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_2.pdf Many countries have made commitments to adopt more business-friendly policies. USAID can assist willing countries to implement policy changes that will help entrepreneurs, large and small. Sound policies create strong incentives for entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and create jobs. Key reform areas include property rights, contract enforcement, financial market development, and trade policies. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:22:30 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_3.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_3.pdf Entrepreneurs need financing to start, run, and expand their enterprises. Lack of access to adequate sources of finance undermines business growth. USAID provides credit guarantees to encourage the flow of private capital to micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises, as well as invests in market infrastructure to catalyze impact-investing funds into social enterprises. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:22:20 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_4.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100428_4.pdf Entrepreneurs require education and training, including in business, accounting, finance, and computer skills. For enterprises to expand, entrepreneurs require an educated, skilled, and appropriately-trained workforce. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:22:10-0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100205r2.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100205r2.html The January 27 meeting in London on Yemen, attended by Secretary Clinton, confirmed international support to Yemen while clarifying international donors' expectations of Yemen - mainly that the Yemini government needs to carry out social, economic, and political reforms in order to maximize the utility of international assistance and provide stability and opportunity for its people. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:25:16 -0500 http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100129.html http://www.usaid.gov/press/factsheets/2010/fs100129.html In response to the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti Jan.12, the U.S. is expediting the delivery of medical supplies, providing critical health services, and conducting assessments to help determine health priorities as part of the international response effort. The U. S. government also is helping to plan for Haiti's long-term public health needs and harmonizing health inputs with other donors and groups led by the government of Haiti and coordinated by the Pan American Health Organization Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:08:42 -0500