Health is a fundamental human right, and there are many positive developments in global health that offer hope for a healthier and more equitable world. According to the World Health Organization, global life expectancy has increased by more than 20 years since 1950, and maternal and child mortality rates have declined significantly in many countries. There have also been major advances in medical research and technology, with new treatments and cures being developed for a range of diseases and conditions. In addition, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of preventative health, with many countries implementing public health campaigns and policies to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce the incidence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. These positive trends indicate that progress is being made in improving global health outcomes, and that there is hope for a future where all people have access to the health care and support they need to thrive.

Nonprofits Supporting Health

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AMIGOS FOR CHRIST

Amigos for Christ is a nonprofit organization that facilitates leadership, water, health, education, and economic development in rural Nicaraguan communities. Our mission is to serve, so that Christ becomes more visible. Our vision is to be a model cross-cultural community development organization.

BUFORD, Georgia

The Noble Touch Inc.

The Noble Touch educates, motivates, and empowers individuals to take control of their own healing. Through transformational workshops, training, and energy healing services, we promote the total healing experience of mind, body, and spirit.

Brooklyn, New York

StrongMinds

When you invest in mental health, you invest in human resilience.

Maplewood, New Jersey

Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin

The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin's mission is to provide support to Wisconsin families and individuals with Down syndrome through awareness, education, information, programs, services, and the exchange of ideas and experiences. We promote the value of those with Down syndrome in our lives and our communities. We continually strive toward full acceptance, full access, full potential and a full life to make Wisconsin the best supported state for people with Down syndrome and their loved ones.

West Allis, Wisconsin

Timmy Global Health

In collaboration with our international and U.S. partners, Timmy sends medical service teams to support the work of international partner organizations, and channels financial, medical, and human resources to community based health and development projects. Through our work, we seek to strengthen local health systems while promoting a spirit of humanitarianism, global awareness, and a long-term commitment to ending health disparities amongst our students and volunteers.

Indianapolis, Indiana

Outreach Uganda

Our mission is to empower impoverished Ugandans, especially women and children to overcome poverty through income-generation, education and training, and community empowerment programs. Our community empowerment programs include a primary and nursery school with over 500 students, a community clinic serving over 5000 people in 5 villages, and a home building program to build homes for 40 women.

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colorado

Second Sense

Vision loss is about more than just loss of sight. It is about loss of identity, loss of independence, loss of mobility and loss of confidence. Second Sense works with our clients to provide the emotional support and practical training that allow them to move beyond vision loss and live active, productive lives. Second Sense offers both support and training programs to help our clients regain their confidence and independence. All services are provided by vision rehabilitation professionals and offered individually or in small groups. We provide our clients with the fastest path to begin their new life as an independent adult with vision loss. All of our services are offered free-of-charge to anyone with vision loss: no paperwork, no referrals, and no waiting period. Additionally, we are able to respond quickly and address each clientâ€™s immediate needs Our programs in Independent Living Skills, Support Services, Orientation and Mobility, and Adaptive Technology are designed to have a direct and immediate impact on the quality of our clients' lives and to prepare them for more training. Our programs empower our clients, encouraging them to take control of their lives, not become dependent upon our services.

Chicago, Illinois

SOTENI International

All of us, together working to reduce the incidence of AIDS by empowering vulnerable communities to develop sustainable interventions. We cultivate local leadership, educate those most at risk, and identify best practices to share around the world.

Cincinnati, Ohio

REACH A VILLAGE

We are called by God to train and equip local believers, enabling them to reach the unreached and bring them into fellowship with Jesus Christ and His Church, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Park Forest, Illinois