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The Topline
Key data points
Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the beginning of Wear Orange
Weekend. The Topline in this edition of the Impact Newsletter is dedicated to
data points on the devastating costs of gun violence in America.
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Wear Orange to Prevent Gun Violence
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Today, for National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the start of Wear Orange
Weekend, hundreds of thousands of people across the country will dress in
orange to honor survivors of gun violence, and highlight the devastating impact
it's had on individuals, families, and communities. A majority of Americans
support stronger gun laws, and our partners atEverytown for Gun Safety
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violence. With so much at stake, Wear Orange Weekend is an opportunity to show
the continued strength of the movement for sensible, effective protections.
Learn how to get involved athttps://wearorange.org/ways-to-participate
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10 Winning Cities of the Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling Infrastructure
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Successful cities need transportation systems that allow people to move
safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Research consistently shows that people
who cycle are healthier and happier — but cities need infrastructure that keeps
riders safe and connects people to the places they want to go. Designed to help
city leaders meet this need, the Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling
Infrastructure is awarding 10 cities funding and technical assistance to
implement innovative, bike-friendly street designs that serve as many residents
as possible. The 10 winning BICI cities hail from 10 countries on five
continents and collectively represent more than 15 million residents. They
include: Fortaleza, Brazil — winner of a $1 million prize — and Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia; Bogota, Colombia; Lisbon, Portugal; Milan, Italy; Mombasa, Kenya;
Pimpri-Chinchwad, India; Quelimane, Mozambique; Tirana, Albania; and
Wellington, New Zealand — each of which will receive $400,000 in funding.
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Increasing Economic Independence for Women in Rwanda, Democratic Republic of
Congo, and Nigeria
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An independent study by the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International
Studies
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found that over a 10-year period, the Bloomberg Philanthropies Women's
Economic Development Initiative produced large-scale economic improvements for
women in three post-conflict African nations. The program helped women save
more, continue their children's education beyond primary school, afford health
care, and more. The report makes the case that the Initiative is sustainable,
scalable, and transferable, and could serve as a model for policies and
programs benefiting women and girls who make up a disproportionate amount of
the 1.2 billion people living in extreme poverty around the world, and the
communities they live in.
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Committed to the core belief that women are central to economic growth, the
Women's Economic Development Initiative partners with governments, nonprofits,
and the private sector to create opportunities for women that lead to economic
independence. Since 2007, more than 724,000 women and their families have
enrolled in training and education programs across the Initiative, directly
benefiting over 2.8 million of their children.
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"High-Fliers" Expand College Access and Success for Lower-Income Students
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Family income continues to play an outsized role in educational opportunity,
and too many lower-income students are missing out on the chance to build a
better future. To help address that challenge, Bloomberg Philanthropies
recently recognized 28 colleges and universities across the country asAmerican
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demonstrating steady gains in lower-income student enrollment. High-Fliers have
used innovative recruitment, enrollment, and retention practices to foster
socioeconomic diversity in their student communities. Now, ATI and Bloomberg
Philanthropies will work with the High-Fliers to build on what they have
learned, and help other four-year colleges and universities across the nation
improve access for lower-income students.
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Leading with Data, Improving Lives in Cities Around the World
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As urban populations continue to grow, data is a powerful tool that city
leaders can use to tackle major challenges and improve the lives of residents.
To help enhance the use of data in cities around the world, 20 mayors from 11
U.S. and 9 Latin American cities recently joined the Bloomberg Philanthropies
City Data Alliance. As part of the Alliance, the mayors will receive executive
education and coaching on the ways data can help improve city operations and
tackle targeted issues ranging from health care access and waste management to
racial equity and affordable housing. Their cities will also have opportunities
to engage with other local leaders and experts to share ideas and solutions.
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Video Spotlight
For commencement season, Mike took a moment to share some thoughts with the
Class of 2023, which has persevered through some of the most significant
challenges that any graduating class has ever seen.
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"Giving back and serving others is always the most rewarding thing you can do."
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You can also watch a short video of highlights from commencement speeches Mike
has given over the years. Delivered to classes at Harvard, Washington
University, University of Maryland, and his alma mater Johns Hopkins
University, these are pieces of advice that always hold true.
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More Stories
Follow the Data: Reducing Tobacco Use in the Philippines
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Scientists at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Explore Why
Mosquitoes Bite Certain People More than Others
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Bloomberg Philanthropies, International Renewable Energy Agency partner to
turbocharge clean energy deployment in emerging markets and developing economies
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About our work
Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries around the
world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The
organization focuses on five key areas for creating lasting change: the Arts,
Education, Environment, Government Innovation, and Public Health.
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Public Health
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The Arts
Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg's giving,
including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as
Bloomberg Associates, a pro bono consultancy that works in cities around the
world. In 2022, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $1.7 billion.
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