Global Partnership Initiative
Through the Global Partnership Initiative, the Department of State
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Convenes – bring together people to work on issues of common interest
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Catalyzes – launch new projects, seek new solutions, provide vital training and technical assistance to spark project development
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Collaborates – strives to maximize impact of partnerships to best serve people in need
The Global Partnership Initiative located in the Office of the Secretary of State, is being led by Special Representative for Global Partnerships, Kris Balderston.
Flagship Partnerships:
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Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves - a public-private initiative to save lives, improve livelihoods, empower women, and combat climate change by creating a thriving global market for clean and efficient household cooking solutions. Website»
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Partners for a New Beginning - American leaders dedicated to the common goal of building public-private partnerships in local communities around the world to promote economic opportunity, foster advances in science and technology, enhance educational opportunities and catalyze exchange programs. Website» Presentation»
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Diaspora Engagement - The International diaspora Engagement Alliance (IdEA), launched by the U.S. Department of State, will engage diaspora communities, the private sector, and public institutions in a collaborative process to support the development of diaspora-centric partnerships around entrepreneurship, trade and investment, philanthropy, advocacy, volunteerism, and remittances. Website»
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Global Impact Economy Forum - The State Department will convene a forum of trend-setting corporations, investors, entrepreneurs, and governments that are innovating for impact. Through this forum, we will catalyze the work of leaders in design and technology, and innovators who have created cutting-edge business and financial models to address the world’s most pressing challenges. Website» |
