Action and Events from the Kaiser Family Foundation's US Global Health Policy Tracker

S. 1138 - Prize Fund for HIV/AIDS Act

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the proposed bill would establish a "Prize Fund for HIV/AIDS" aimed at incentivizing research and development of new medicines for HIV/AIDS.

S. 1137 - Medical Innovation Prize Fund Act

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the proposed bill would establish a "Medical Innovation Prize Fund" aimed at incentivizing research and development of new medicines and would dedicate a percentage of the prize fu. . .

H.R. 2112 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The proposed bill would authorize $1.04 billion for international food aid through the P.L. 480 Title II Grants Program (Food for Peace) and an additional $180.0 million for the McGovern-Dole Internat. . .

H.R. 2144 - 21st Century Global Health Technology Act

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The proposed bill would codify the "Health Technology Program" at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and direct the program to "develop, advance, and introduce affordable, . . .

H.R. 1880 - Status Report on the 30th Anniversary of HIV/AIDS Act

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the proposed bill would require the President to provide to Congress and make publically available "a report on the status of international progress towards achieving universal acc. . .

H.Res. 261 - Expressing commitment to the objectives of the Program of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the proposed resolution states "that the House of Representatives--(1) remains committed to the goals and objectives of the Cairo Consensus, as set forth at the International Confe. . .

H.R. 2059 - To prohibit funding to the United Nations Population Fund

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The proposed bill would prohibit U.S. funding to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

GAO Report - International School Feeding: USDA's Oversight of the McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program Needs Improvement

Thu, 19 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In this report, the GAO examined the McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program (MGD) including "(1) USDA’s oversight of the MGD Program and (2) the extent to which USDA has addressed the program’s inte. . .

GAO Report - International Food Assistance: Better Nutrition and Quality Control Can Further Improve U.S. Food Aid

Thu, 12 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In this report, the GAO assessed and provided recommendations on "U.S. efforts to (1) meet the nutritional needs of intended recipients and (2) maintain the quality of commodities throughout the food . . .

House Appropriations Committee Chairman announces FY 2012 spending levels

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

House Committee on Appropriations Chairman Harold Rogers (R-KY, 5th) announced the spending levels, or 302(b) allocations, for fiscal year 2012. A 302(b) funding allocation is provided to each appropr. . .

H.Con.Res. 49 - Supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day, and reaffirming United States leadership and support for efforts to combat malaria as a critical component of the President's Global Health Initiative

Mon, 09 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the proposed resolution states that Congress "supports the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day," "reaffirms the goals and commitments to combat malaria in the Tom Lantos and Henr. . .

S.Con.Res. 15 - Supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day, and reaffirming United States leadership and support for efforts to combat malaria as a critical component of the President's Global Health Initiative

Mon, 09 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

H.Res.217 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Global Child Nutrition Month

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the resolution states that the House of Representatives "supports the goals and ideals of Global Child Nutrition Month."

H.Res.217 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Global Child Nutrition Month

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Among other things, the resolution states that the House of Representatives "supports the goals and ideals of Global Child Nutrition Month."

Summary of the FY11 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 1473)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Representative Harold Rogers (R-KY, 5th) introduced the "Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011" (H.R. 1473) authorizing appropriations for the remaining six months of. . .

Summary of the FY11 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 1473)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Senator Lugar releases report entitled "Fraud and Abuse of Global Fund Investments at Risk Without Greater Transparency"

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Senator Richard Lugar (R-IN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, released a minority staff report entitled, "Fraud and Abuse of Global Fund Investments at Risk Without Greate. . .

Senator Lugar releases report entitled "Fraud and Abuse of Global Fund Investments at Risk Without Greater Transparency"

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

H.R. 1363 - Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The proposed bill would amend the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 (Public Law #111-242) to extend authorized fiscal year 2011 appropriations through April 15, 2011 (the proposed bill would authori. . .

H.R. 1363 - Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Governance, Democracy, Human Rights, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation in Africa: The FY2012 Proposed Budget

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:26:42 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights will include testimony from Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Johnnie Carson; U.S. Agency for International . . .

Assessing the FY 2012 Budget for Africa

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:12:47 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on African Affairs will include testimony from Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Johnnie Carson, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Depu. . .

International Development Policy

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:02:12 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah and U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation CEO Daniel Yohan. . .

Budget Hearing - US Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:52:31 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah.

Budget Hearing - Global Health and HIV/AIDS Programs - US AIDS Coordinator and Deputy Assistant Administrator for Global Health at USAID

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:55:43 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Ambassador Eric Goosby, U.S. AIDS Coordinator and Amie Batson, Deputy Assistant Administ. . .

Budget Hearing - US Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:49:56 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah. Learn more about the hearing here.

The Agency for International Development and the Millennium Challenge Corporation: Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Requests and Future Directions in Foreign Assistance

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:22:00 GMT

The President's FY 2012 Defense and International Affairs Budget

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:17:03 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Thomas Nides. Learn more about the hearing here.

Budget Hearing - Department of Health and Human Services - Secretary of Health and Human Services

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:57:55 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies will include testimony from Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius. Learn more a. . .

Budget Hearing - Department of State - Secretary of State -- RESCHEDULED

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:54:40 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Budget Hearing - United States Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:51:05 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah. Learn more about the hearing here.

State Department Training: Investing in the Workforce to Address 21st Century Challenges

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:29:08 GMT

The Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia will hear from two panels (including representatives from the State Department and the Gover. . .

FY 2012 Budget Request for the Department of State and Foreign Operations

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:45:21 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

National Security & Foreign Policy Priorities in the FY 2012 International Affairs Budget

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:40:51 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Hearing - Oversight of the State Department and Foreign Operations Programs - Government Accountability Office

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:54:19 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Jacquelyn Williams-Bridgers representing the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Lea. . .

POSTPONED: Budget Hearing - Department of State - Secretary of State

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:48:33 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Assessing U.S. Foreign Policy Priorities and Needs Amidst Economic Challenges

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:41:40 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

RESCHEDULED - Business Meeting

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:40:20 GMT

The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations will hold a business meeting to consider, among other things, S. 2982 - International Violence Against Women Act of 2010 and S. 3688 - International Professio. . .

“Women's Rights Are Human Rights: U.S. Ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)”

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:25:07 GMT

The Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Law will hold a hearing to discuss U.S. ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).

Business Meeting - POSTPONED

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:32:56 GMT

UPDATED - U.S. Response to the Earthquake and Hurricane in Haiti: Health and Other Emergency Efforts

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The information provided below catalogues the most recent information provided by the Administration on the U.S. government response to the earthquake in Haiti.

Administrator Shah discusses aid effectiveness at OECD development session

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

During the "New Paradigm for Development" session of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Meeting, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Sh. . .

State Department official discusses the role of women in addressing global water challenges

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In a speech titled "Women in Water: Stewards and Agents of Change", Maria Otero, Under Secretary for Democracy and Global Affairs, discussed the role of women in addressing global water challenges and. . .

USAID Administrator announces 3-year, $450 million pledge to GAVI

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

During the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization's (GAVI) first pledging conference, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah announced a 3-year, $450 mil. . .

U.S. announces $12 million commitment for aflatoxin control in Africa

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

During the 10th annual Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum in Zambia, Deputy Coordinator for Development for Feed the Future (FtF) Initiative announced that the U.S. would commit $12 millio. . .

Administration statements commemorating AIDS at 30

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton release a statement commemorating the 30th Anniversary of HIV/AIDS and highlighted efforts of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the Global . . .

Administration releases "Guidance for Global Health Initiative Country Strategies: GHI Guidance 2.0"

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The Administration released the "Guidance for Global Health Initiative Country Strategies: GHI Guidance 2.0" with the stated purpose of, among other things, providing "guidance to U.S. Government coun. . .

Secretary Clinton announces public-private partnership to combat gender based violence and HIV/AIDS

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State announced a new public-private partnership with the M•A•CAIDS Fund aimed at combating gender based violence (GBV) and HIV/AIDS in South Africa by expanding access to medical, legal. . .

Administration statements in observance of World No Tobacco Day

Tue, 31 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Howard Koh released a statement commemorating World No Tobacco Day. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as part of its “Morbidity an. . .

UPDATED - U.S. Response to the Earthquake and Hurricane in Haiti: Health and Other Emergency Efforts

Tue, 31 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The information provided below catalogues the most recent information provided by the Administration on the U.S. government response to the earthquake in Haiti.

USAID Administrator Shah discusses Feed the Future at food security symposium

Tue, 24 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In a speech titled “The True Yields of Food Security” given at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs' Symposium on Global Agriculture and Food Security, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAI. . .

HHS Secretary Sebelius summarizes issues discussed at World Health Assembly

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

During a press briefing, Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius summarized the issues discussed during the 2011 World Health Assembly (WHA) including: polio, small pox, and non. . .

USAID Administrator Shah testifies before Congress on recent reform efforts

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah testified before the Subcommittee on National Security, Homeland Defense and Foreign Operations of the House Committee on. . .

Administration official discusses U.S. development policies at the 4th U.N. Conference on Least Developed Countries

Tue, 10 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In a statement given during the 4th United Nations (UN) Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator Don Steinberg discuss. . .

USAID announces $1.2 million in grants to address abuse and neglect of women during childbirth

Fri, 06 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced $1.2 million in grants over two years "to develop and evaluate interventions addressing disrespect and abuse of women during childbirth.. . .

Secretary Clinton discusses nutrition at food security event

Fri, 06 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

At a food security event hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discussed, among other things, efforts to improve nutrition through initiatives such . . .

USAID releases fact sheet titled "USAID Contributions to Maternal and Newborn Health"

Tue, 03 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) released a fact sheet titled "USAID Contributions to Maternal and Newborn Health". The fact sheet highlights U.S. efforts to improve maternal, new. . .

Secretary Clinton announces the Mobile Alliance for Maternal Action

Tue, 03 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced the Mobile Alliance for Maternal Action (MAMA), a public-private partnership that will use "mobile technology to deliver vital health information to new an. . .

Administration officials provide updates from the PEPFAR Annual Meeting

Tue, 03 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

In a video message at the President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Annual Meeting, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton stated that PEPFAR as well as all U.S. global health programs are essen. . .

Administration releases "U.S. Strategy to Address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo"

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Strategy to Address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo outlines four key objectives: 1. "Reduce impunity for perpetrators of SGBV; 2. Increase . . .

Advisory Committee on Voluntary Foreign Aid (ACVFA) Public Meeting

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:43:31 GMT

ACVFA meetings are held three times a year and provide opportunities for information exchange and consultation between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other governmental agen. . .

Mobilizing Against Malaria In Africa: A Model For Global Health Collaboration

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:03:55 GMT

A panel will discuss the partnership between the Peace Corps and the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) aimed at reducing the burden of malaria in 14 Sub-Saharan African countries where Peace Corps . . .

Conversations with America: Global Water Issues

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:03:18 GMT

As part of the U.S. Department of State's "Conversations with America" video series, "Under Secretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs Maria Otero will hold a conversation with Harriet Babbit. . .

Millennium Challenge Corporation Hosts Public Outreach Meeting

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:15:28 GMT

The event will feature discussion with Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) CEO Daniel Yohannes on "the MCC Board of Directors' March meeting, the status of the MCC budget request for fiscal year 20. . .

Gender Equality and International Development Effectiveness

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:40:01 GMT

Register and learn more about the event here. Speakers & Panelists include: - Daniel Yohannes, MCC Chief Executive Officer - Senator Ben Cardin - Congresswoman Nita Lowey - Senator Jeanne Shahe. . .

Lessons Learned from MCC's First Compacts: Conversations with MCC CEO Daniel Yohannes and MCC Senior Leadership

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:03:19 GMT

The event will be broken into three sessions as follows: Session 1 - Lessons Learned in Country Ownership: Achieving long-term sustainability and developing co-financing opportunities. Lunch Session. . .

PEPFAR’s Smart Investments to Save More Lives: Efficiencies, Innovation, Impact

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:56:52 GMT

The event will feature discussion to "advance PEPFAR’s effort to heighten the impact and efficiency of the global HIV response and will allow ample opportunities for discussion and feedback."

Conversations with America - Haiti in 2011: The Way Forward

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:26:15 GMT

As part of the U.S. Department of State's "Conversations with America" video series, Philip J. Crowley, Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of Public Affairs will moderate a discussion with Haiti Spe. . .

Addressing Grand Challenges: The Role of Science in Global Health Development

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:44:42 GMT

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah will present the 2010 David E. Barmes Global Health Lecture on "the role of science in global health development."

Conversations with America: Leading Through Civilian Power - The First QDDR

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:19:03 GMT

Millennium Challenge Corporation Hosts Public Outreach Meeting

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:43:52 GMT

The event will feature "a readout from the MCC Board of Directors' quarterly meeting."

Inaugural Meeting of the Scientific Advisory Board of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:14:52 GMT

The Scientific Advisory Board of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) advises the Global AIDS Coordinator on "scientific, implementation, and policy issues related to the global HIV. . .

POSTPONED INDEFINITELY - 2010 David E. Barmes Global Health Lecture - "Addressing Grand Challenges: The Role of Science in Global Health Development"

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:34:39 GMT

USAID Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah will present the annual David E. Barmes Global Health Lecture. Learn more about the event here.

Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Public Outreach Meeting

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:39:01 GMT

MCC Chief Executive Officer Daniel W. Yohannes "will discuss actions of the MCC Board of Directors at the September 15th Board meeting."

Conversations with America: Meeting the Millennium Development Goals

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 20:30:21 GMT

As part of the U.S. Department of State's "Conversations with America" video series, David Lane, President and CEO of ONE, will hold a conversation with U.S. Agency for International Development (USAI. . .

Conversations with America: The President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:23:52 GMT

As part of the U.S. Department of State's "Conversations with America" video series, Dr. Jeffrey L. Sturchio, President and CEO of the Global Health Council, will discuss the President's Emergency Pla. . .

Post-Board Public Outreach Meeting

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 01:56:44 GMT

MCC Chief Executive Officer Daniel W. Yohannes "will discuss actions of the MCC Board of Directors at the June 16th Board meeting."

Report from Haiti: rebuilding research & training programs in the aftermath of disaster

Fri, 28 May 2010 17:42:19 GMT

Dr. Jean "Bill" Pape, founding director of the Groupe Haitien d’Etude du Sarcome de Kaposi et des Infections Opportunistes (GHESKIO), an organization that provides free treatment and care to Haitians . . .

Global Pulse 2010

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:22:37 GMT

USAID, in partnership with the Departments of State, Education, Commerce, and Health and Human Services, will sponsor Global Pulse 2010, “a three-day virtual event aimed at bringing together thousands. . .

MCC Public Outreach Meeting

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:41:59 GMT

During a public outreach meeting, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) CEO Daniel Yohannes “will discuss actions of the MCC Board of Directors at the March 24th Board meeting and publicly introduce . . .

H.R. 2112 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 04:00:00 GMT

House Appropriations Committee Chairman announces FY 2012 spending levels

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Administration officials testify before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for Africa

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Johnnie Carson, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Assistant Administrator Rajakumari Jandhyala, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator Am. . .

Administration officials testify before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for Africa

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

USAID Administrator Shah and MCC CEO Yohannes testify before Congress on the International Development Budget

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah and Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) CEO Daniel Yohannes testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on. . .

USAID Administrator Shah and MCC CEO Yohannes testify before Congress on the International Development Budget

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Summary of the FY11 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 1473)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Summary of the FY11 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 1473)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

H.R. 1363 - Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

H.R. 1363 - Department of Defense and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Chairman of the House Budget Committee releases FY 2012 Budget Resolution

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Chairman of the House Budget Committee, Representative Paul Ryan, released the FY 2012 Budget Resolution proposing $37 billion in funding for State and Foreign Operations.

Chairman of the House Budget Committee releases FY 2012 Budget Resolution

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Chairman of the House Budget Committee, Representative Paul Ryan, released the FY 2012 Budget Resolution proposing $37 billion in funding for State and Foreign Operations.

Administration officials testify before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for global health and HIV/AIDS

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator Ambassador Eric Goosby and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Assistant Administrator for Global Health Amie Batson testified before the House Commit. . .

Administration officials testify before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for global health and HIV/AIDS

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

USAID Administrator Shah testifies before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for USAID

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah testified before the House Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs o. . .

USAID Administrator Shah testifies before Congress on the FY 2012 budget request for USAID

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Clinton testifies before Congress on the FY 2012 International Affairs Budget

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before multiple congressional committees (see Additional Information below) on the FY 2012 State and Foreign Operations budget request.

USAID Administrator Shah and MCC CEO Yohannes testify before Congress on the FY 2012 Budget Requests

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah and Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) CEO Daniel Yohannes testified before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on. . .

USAID Administrator Shah and MCC CEO Yohannes testify before Congress on the FY 2012 Budget Requests

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Clinton testifies before Congress on the FY 2012 International Affairs Budget

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before multiple congressional committees (see Additional Information below) on the FY 2012 State and Foreign Operations budget request.

Governance, Democracy, Human Rights, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation in Africa: The FY2012 Proposed Budget

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:26:42 GMT

Assessing the FY 2012 Budget for Africa

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:12:47 GMT

International Development Policy

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:02:12 GMT

Budget Hearing - US Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:52:31 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah.

Budget Hearing - Global Health and HIV/AIDS Programs - US AIDS Coordinator and Deputy Assistant Administrator for Global Health at USAID

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:55:43 GMT

Budget Hearing - US Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:49:56 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah. Learn more about the hearing here.

The Agency for International Development and the Millennium Challenge Corporation: Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Requests and Future Directions in Foreign Assistance

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:22:00 GMT

The President's FY 2012 Defense and International Affairs Budget

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:17:03 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Thomas Nides. Learn more about the hearing here.

Budget Hearing - Department of Health and Human Services - Secretary of Health and Human Services

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:57:55 GMT

Budget Hearing - Department of State - Secretary of State -- RESCHEDULED

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:54:40 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Budget Hearing - United States Agency for International Development (USAID) - Administrator

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:51:05 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah. Learn more about the hearing here.

FY 2012 Budget Request for the Department of State and Foreign Operations

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:45:21 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

National Security & Foreign Policy Priorities in the FY 2012 International Affairs Budget

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:40:51 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Hearing - Oversight of the State Department and Foreign Operations Programs - Government Accountability Office

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:54:19 GMT

POSTPONED: Budget Hearing - Department of State - Secretary of State

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:48:33 GMT

This hearing of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Assessing U.S. Foreign Policy Priorities and Needs Amidst Economic Challenges

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:41:40 GMT

This hearing of the Full Committee will include testimony from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Learn more about the hearing here.

Subcommittee Markup of FY2011 Labor HHS Bill

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:17:06 GMT

Labor, HHS, Education Subcommittee Markup: FY 2011 Labor, HHS, Education Appropriations Bill

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:51:40 GMT

Senate Full Committee Markup

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:42:28 GMT

The Senate Committee on Appropriations will adopt the FY 2011 302(b) allocations and markup, among other appropriations bills, the FY 2011 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration,. . .

Subcommittee Markup: State, Foreign Operations - FY2011 Bill

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:31:34 GMT

The Emerging Threat of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Southern Africa: Global and Local Challenges and Solutions

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

The report is a summary of the IOM Forum on Drug Discovery, Development, and Translation and the Academy of Science of South Africa where "representatives from the African public health community shar. . .

The Emerging Threat of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Southern Africa: Global and Local Challenges and Solutions

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMT

On the Ground with the Global Health Initiative: Examining Progress and Challenges in Kenya

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

The report examines progress in Kenya to implement the U.S. government's Global Health Initiative (GHI).

Aid for a Purpose: Show Me the Goal, Then Show Me the Money

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMT

The report "presents the problems that beset the existing process for budgeting and resource allocation."

Lessons from Kenya for the Global Health Initiative

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMT

The report describes lessons learned from Kenya's APHIA program (the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated Assistance program) that should help inform GHI implementation.

Preparing for the Future of HIV/AIDS in Africa: A Shared Responsibility

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The report analyzes the anticipated burden of HIV/AIDS in Africa and "identifies strategies for both African nations and the United States to build African capacity—including human, scientific, techno. . .

Preparing for the Future of HIV/AIDS in Africa: A Shared Responsibility

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

U.S. Engagement in Indian Health Care: What is the Impact?

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The report "assess the impact of U.S. engagement with India’s health sector in the past six decades."

Beyond Ratification: The Future for U.S. Engagement on International Tobacco Control

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The report highlights ways in which the U.S. could assist low- and middle-income countries to implement tobacco control programs outlined in the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), beyond . . .

Linkages between Gender, AIDS, and Development: Implications for U.S. Policy

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The report highlights the outcomes of a conference hosted by the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) Global Health Policy Center titled "Linkages between Gender, AIDS, and Development:. . .

Quality of Official Development Assistance Assessment

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

This report "is an assessment of the Quality of Official Development Assistance [QuODA] provided by 23 countries and more than 150 aid agencies" and includes several indicators on maximizing aid effic. . .

Quality of Official Development Assistance Assessment

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Foreign Policy and Development: Structure, Process, Policy, and the Drip-by-Drip Erosion of USAID

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Foreign Policy and Development: Structure, Process, Policy, and the Drip-by-Drip Erosion of USAID

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Mental, Neurological, and Substance Use Disorders in Sub-Saharan Africa: Reducing the Treatment Gap, Improving Quality of Care - Workshop Summary

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The report is a summary of a workshop hosted by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and the Uganda National Academy of Sciences to discuss the state of care for mental, neurological, and substance use (MN. . .

Mental, Neurological, and Substance Use Disorders in Sub-Saharan Africa: Reducing the Treatment Gap, Improving Quality of Care - Workshop Summary

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Strategic Approach to the Evaluation of Programs Implemented Under the Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The reauthorization of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in 2008 (Lantos-Hyde Act), mandated that the Institute of Medicine (IOM) conduct an assessment of U.S. global HIV/AIDS pr. . .

Strategic Approach to the Evaluation of Programs Implemented Under the Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Strengthening Global Health Preparedness: Recommendations for Expanding U.S. Engagement and Leadership

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The report “review[s] the recent history of health preparedness efforts; examine[s] the key leadership roles played by the United States, including promising models for building capacity in partner go. . .

The Role of Markets and Trade in Food Security

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The report "outlines the food security challenge facing the world," examines the role of markets and trade in achieving food security, and provides recommendations for the United States to strengthen . . .

How is the U.S. Global Health Initiative Changing What Happens in the Field?

Fri, 13 May 2011 14:05:48 GMT

The Kaiser Family Foundation will hold a briefing to explore the rollout of the U.S. government’s Global Health Initiative (GHI) on the ground, with a particular focus on the recently released GHI cou. . .

Designing Health and Population Programs to Improve Equity: Moving Beyond the Rhetoric

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:09:09 GMT

The event will featur discussion on "practical and realistic strategies that can be scaled up to improve access to family planning and maternal and child health services."

Congress and Global Health: What Lies Ahead?

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:57:05 GMT

The Kaiser Family Foundation will hold a live, interactive webcast on Congress and global health. Featuring three global health policy experts, U.S. Global Health Policy: In Focus will examine the new. . .

Sparking Innovation To Save Lives: How The U.S. Can Advance Global Health Through New Technologies

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 18:12:58 GMT

Panelists will discuss "key policy issues most critical to advancing research and science to meet the future needs of the developing world."

Innovation in Vaccine Financing: Assessing Progress and Envisioning Future Directions

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:52:41 GMT

The event will feature a panel discussion "global efforts to support vaccination funding in developing countries over the past decade and reflect on lessons learned and future potential. The panel wil. . .

Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Results: Tuberculosis in the 21st Century

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:24:22 GMT

The event will feature discussion on "the burden of TB in the U.S. and around the globe, the U.S. role in implementing the Global Plan to Stop TB, as well as successes and challenges in prevention, di. . .

Fault Lines in Global Health Debate

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 17:18:42 GMT

The fourth installment in a year-long debate series will feature Ambassador Jack Chow, Distinguished Service Professor of Global Health, Carnegie Mellon University and Former Assistant Director-Genera. . .

Transforming the South African Health System: A Forum with the South African Minister of Health

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 17:01:20 GMT

The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) will host a forum with the South African Minister of Health, The Hon. Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi. A panel . . .

CSIS Forum on Advancing U.S. Leadership in Global Health

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:09:05 GMT

The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) "Forum on Advancing U.S. Leadership in Global Health" will include several panel discussions with key officials from government, members of the . . .

Town Hall Forum To Examine Future of the Global Health Initiative with GHI Executive Director Lois Quam

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 16:16:17 GMT

The Kaiser Family Foundation will host a town hall-style forum with Lois Quam, the newly appointed Executive Director of the Global Health Initiative (GHI), to listen to global health community perspe. . .

A New Vision for Health Systems in the 21st Century: Investing in People

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 18:19:11 GMT

The event will feature discussion on "the health threats facing developing countries as well as innovative and affordable technologies to address them." Panelists will also discuss donor funding duri. . .

Revitalizing the United Nations and Multilateral Cooperation: The Obama Administration’s Progress

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 20:05:38 GMT

The event will feature "discussion of the Obama administration’s progress to date, plans for the future and the attitudes of key partners among the emerging powers."

Nascent Epidemic: What We Know about Global Non-Communicable Disease

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:43:36 GMT

The event will feature a presentation from the President of the Institute of Medicine (IoM) Dr. Harvey Fineberg on the "evidence of the non communicable disease transformation underway in low and midd. . .

Ending the Cycle of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS: Successes and Challenges in the Global Response

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:36:38 GMT

Leading Through Civilian Power: The First QDDR

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 18:00:29 GMT

The event will feature discussion from Dr. Anne-Marie Slaughter, Director, Policy Planning, "on how the QDDR provides a blueprint for elevating American 'civilian power' to more effectively advance na. . .

Fault Lines in Global Health

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:16:19 GMT

The third installment in a year-long debate series will feature Phil Nieburg of CSIS arguing "that the United States should withhold future increases in HIV/AIDS assistance from countries with laws or. . .

Haiti, One Year On: Realizing Country Ownership in a Fragile State

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 22:13:02 GMT

The event will feature discussion on "aid effectiveness in Haiti within the context of country ownership" and "will specifically focus on how US foreign aid to Haiti is being delivered while seeking t. . .

Is the Era of Big Funding for Global Health Over?

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:56:11 GMT

The event will feature discussion with Cristian Baeza, World Bank Director for Health, Nutrition, and Population on “major challenges in global health aid, the economic case for investing in global he. . .

Haiti: One Year After the Earthquake

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:38:51 GMT

The event will feature discussion on the current situation in Haiti.

The First Quadrennial Diplomacy and Development Review: Strengthening America's Role in the 21st Century

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 18:26:25 GMT

John Sewell, Senior Scholar, Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, will moderate a discussion with Anne-Marie Slaughter, Director of Policy Planning at the Department of State on "the QDDR. . .