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the mission of the liya kebede foundation is to reduce maternal, newborn and child mortality and to improve the health and well-being of mothers and children Worldwide

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March 03, 2010

Liya Kebede Named Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum has named Liya Kebede a Young Global Leader. The honor, bestowed each year by the Forum, recognizes and acknowledges up to 200 outstanding young leaders from around the world for their professional accomplishments, commitment to society and potential to contribute to shaping the future of the world.

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March 01, 2010

Triple Threat: Supermodel, Entrepreneur and Activist, New York Observer

Liya Kebede, supermodel, entrepreneur and activist! This New York mom talks about doing it all. One thing at a time.

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February 15, 2010

Obama's Budget Invests in Moms

President Obama's budget request for 2011 includes $700 million in funding for maternal health and $590 million for reproductive health, representing critical increases in funding for mothers' lives. The Liya Kebede Foundation announced its strong support for the funding and asked the public to tell

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