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the liya kebede foundation is Dedicated to Saving the lives of mothers and children worldwide

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July 13, 2010

Why Protests Aren't What We Should Remember About the G8, Huffington Post

Among news of protests and arrests at the G8 summit, something important was overlooked - critical progress towards saving mothers' lives.

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July 02, 2010

"Star of Africa", Guardian UK

She was one of the world's biggest fashion models and the first black face of Estée Lauder. But when Liya Kebede returned home to Ethiopia and saw the chronic problems of maternal health her career took a new turn...

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June 27, 2010

4,738 Letters for Mothers' Lives and Counting!

Our campaign to support maternal health funding is working! More than 4,000 letters have already been sent to Congress, encouraging them to support funding that saves mothers’ lives. But, in tough economic times, we need every possible voice to keep this vital funding alive. Please send your message to Congress today.

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June 17, 2010

Open Letter to G8 Leaders

An open letter from Liya Kebede, the White Ribbon Alliance, the ONE Campaign and others calls on world leaders to protect mothers' lives.

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May 28, 2010

Melinda Gates on Maternal Health Innovations

Melinda Gates talks about her recent trip to India and Malawi and the amazing social innovations that are saving the lives of women and children

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