Lions Clubs: an insider perspective on their fight against measles

Posted by Measles & Rubella Initiative on December 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

Just over two years ago, the Lions Clubs International Foundation became an active partner in the fight against measles – to mobilize communities, advocate for leadership and raise funds.  Their tireless work has been crucial in ensuring that measles vaccines reach families who need them most. In October 2011, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation challenged … Continue reading →

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Lions Clubs and Gates Foundation collaboration raise a staggering US$15 million in fight against measles

Posted by Measles & Rubella Initiative on October 31, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

The Measles & Rubella Initiative would like to congratulate the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) for their remarkable efforts in raising US$10 million towards helping to eliminate the disease. In October 2011, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation challenged Lions to raise US$10 million for measles. To help Lions in this effort, the Gates Foundation donated … Continue reading →

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