Information technology can significantly advance the delivery of healthcare in vulnerable communities. Our partnerships support organizations working to improve health outcomes in underserved communities through the innovative use of health information.

Aidsfonds

Each year, 32,000 new HIV infections are registered in Indonesia, and more than half are people aged 15-24. The Tanya Marlo project, driven by Aidsfonds, works to stop the increasing HIV epidemic in Indonesia, ensuring that young people and minority groups who are most vulnerable can easily access information, counseling and lifesaving care and take control over their health.

North Carolina Central University

Patients with diseases disproportionately affecting minority populations are slower to benefit from new findings, as less than 8% of the scientific community is composed of underrepresented minorities. The  Implementation Science Fellowship Program works to facilitate the rapid adoption of evidence-based interventions to address health disparities in diverse communities.

Historically Black Colleges and Universities Schools of Nursing Scholarship Fund

For many African-American students, choosing an HBCU School of Nursing provides substantial encouragement and support to thrive in their careers while focusing research and outreach on the needs of minorities. The scholarship fund provides each of the 5 participating HBCUs with a $10,000 scholarship fund to provide additional encouragement and support for the nurses of tomorrow.

Strengthening Health Systems in Somalia

This partnership with Concern Worldwide, based at the Banadir Hospital Stabilization Centre in Somalia, provides support for data improvement and management for a timely, effective response to surges in cases of children with acute malnutrition in Somalia.

Patient Safety Children Books

This partnership with Elsevier and the World Patients Alliance (WPA) aims to empower the community to act for safer care through the education of children by developing a book series that supports children’s education about Patient Safety.

Diabetes Management and Prevention in Cambodia

Cambodia faces a growing diabetes crisis, largely due to lack of awareness and unhealthy diets. We partner with Kidshelp, a local NGO, to address the diabetes crisis by providing education, screening, and ongoing support to patients.