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To Slow The Spread Of COVID-19, We Need To Bring Back The Swiss Cheese Model Of Pandemic Response

Using both vaccines and nonpharmacological interventions to mitigate the risk of infection and suppress the spread of COVID-19.
Carmencita Whonder
News and Views

Population Council Welcomes Carmencita Whonder as New Trustee

Trustee brings a wealth of expertise, particularly in finance and public policy.
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News and Views

The Population Council Joins BankFWD to Accelerate the Banking Sector’s Alignment with Global Climate Goals by Phasing Out Fossil Fuel Finance

We are committed to playing our part in tackling climate change and are proud to announce that we have joined the BankFWD coalition in support of philanthropic, corporate, and individual action.
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Research Spotlight

New Website for Policy-Relevant Population Modeling Essential for Equitable Climate Action

The CDM website provides access to a detailed, complex, dynamic population modeling tool.
Research Spotlight

New Review of Research on Interventions to End FGM from Population Council Kenya, UNICEF, UNFPA, and WHO

Key findings on the quality and strength of existing evidence on FGM interventions from 2008 to 2020.
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News and Views

Sharing Progress on the Population Council’s Agenda for Change

The Council strives to be open and honest about where we are and where we can do better.
Karen Austrian
News and Views

Dr. Karen Austrian Appointed as Director of the Population Council’s Girl Innovation, Research, and Learning (GIRL) Center

Dr. Austrian is a recognized global expert on adolescent health and empowerment.
George Zeidenstein
News and Views

In Memoriam: Former Population Council President George Zeidenstein

July 29, 1929 – August 21, 2021
Resources

Intentional Design: Reaching the Most Excluded Girls in the Poorest Communities—A Guide for Practitioners and Advocates

This guide offers step-wise technical guidance for utilizing the Intentional Design approach.
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News and Views

Mirena® Added to UNFPA and USAID Product Catalogs

An important step forward to increase contraceptive options and meet demand worldwide.
Edith Asibey and Pape Gaye
News and Views

Population Council Appoints Edith Asibey and Pape Gaye to its Board of Trustees

The two new members bring extensive skills, knowledge, and experience in areas of the Council’s work.
News and Views

Welcoming New VP for Corporate Finance and Administration

Tony Dutson now oversees the financial, administrative, and organizational health efforts of the Council.