December 2011
The U.S. Approves $1.05 Billion for the Global Fund in FY2012
Over the weekend, Congress gave final approval to an FY2012 omnibus spending bill, which contains $1.05 billion for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. View full story >>
Links of Interest
On World AIDS Day, Reflection and Recommitment
December 1 marked the 23rd annual World AIDS Day. To mark the day, ONE and (RED) hosted a diverse and dynamic panel discussion titled "The Beginning of the End of AIDS," in Washington, D.C. Speaking at the event, President Obama announced the Administration's new target of reaching 6 million people with AIDS treatment by 2013. View full story >>
The Global Fund's 25th Board Meeting: Consolidated Transformation Plan Adopted
On November 21-22, the Global Fund’s Board of Directors gathered in Accra, Ghana, for its 25th Board Meeting. In an effort to transform the Global Fund into a more efficient and effective organization, the Board approved a Consolidated Transformation Plan to continue its commitment to improve risk management, fiduciary controls and governance. View full story >>
The Global Fund’s 25th Board Meeting: Transformation of Funding Rounds
At the Board meeting, revised financial estimates due to the ongoing worldwide economic crisis were released, which made it clear that the Global Fund has less funding than previously anticipated for 2011 to 2013 and will be unable to finance new grants during that period. As a result, the Board delayed the next grant-making round and will use the extra time to transform it into a future funding opportunity that will be consistent with the new Global Fund strategy. View full story >>
Preventing Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS in Ghana
During the Global Fund Board meeting, participants had a chance to visit Global Fund-supported sites that provide prevention, treatment and care to Ghanaian women, men and children. One site, the TEMA and Korel Bu Teaching Hospitals in Accra, is a partnership between the Global Fund, (RED) and the Ghanaian Ministry of Health. View full story >>
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