RESULTS

RESULTS is an international non-profit organization dedicated to ending poverty and achieving a world where all people can lead free and dignified lives. Founded in 1980, RESULTS and its companion organization, RESULTS Educational Fund, work together to influence policy decisions that affect people living in poverty. These decisions include access to health, education, and economic opportunities. Through advocacy and grassroots campaigns, RESULTS engages volunteers and leverages public opinion to encourage political leaders to enact and implement policies that reduce poverty.

History

RESULTS was established in 1980 by Sam Daley-Harris, who aimed to create a powerful grassroots advocacy group focused on ending global poverty. Initially, the organization focused on addressing hunger and malnutrition but gradually expanded its focus to include health, particularly tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS, education, and economic opportunities.

Mission and Vision

The mission of RESULTS is to create long-lasting solutions to poverty by enabling effective public and political will. The organization envisions a world where poverty does not exist, and all individuals have access to the necessary resources to achieve their full potential.

Key Areas of Focus

RESULTS focuses on several critical areas to combat poverty:

• Health: Advocating for global health initiatives, particularly those aimed at combating diseases like tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and ensuring access to vaccines and healthcare services.
• Education: Working to ensure that all children, regardless of their background, have access to quality education.
• Economic Opportunities: Supporting policies that provide economic opportunities to people living in poverty, including access to microfinance and job training.
• Nutrition: Advocating for improved nutrition for mothers and children to prevent stunting and malnutrition.

Advocacy and Campaigns

RESULTS utilizes a combination of grassroots advocacy and policy work to achieve its goals. Volunteers are trained to engage with the media, the public, and their political representatives to advocate for policy changes. The organization also collaborates with other NGOs, policymakers, and international institutions to push for global commitments to end poverty.

Achievements

Over the years, RESULTS has played a crucial role in several key policy changes and initiatives, including the creation and funding of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, the enactment of the Education for All Act in the United States, and the expansion of access to microfinance services for people living in poverty.

Getting Involved

Individuals can get involved with RESULTS by becoming an advocate, donating, or participating in local and national campaigns. The organization provides training and resources to empower volunteers to make a significant impact in the fight against poverty.

See Also

• Poverty
• Global Health
• Education for All
• Microfinance