The road to recovery and equity in an already-challenged economy
June 30, 2020
By Gordon Innes, Lauren Racusin, and Todd Rufo, Bloomberg Associates
We have been advising 15 U.S. cities as part of the Bloomberg Philanthropies COVID-19 Local Response Initiative as they navigate the situation. They’re a mix of medium and large cities from every region, some of which were humming economically before the pandemic, and others that were struggling.
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Four Podcasts Our Team Is Listening To This Week
June 26, 2020
Katherine Oliver shares four podcasts our team is listening to right now: The American Health Podcast, Public Health on Call, Southbank Centre’s Podcasts, and Public Art Works: A Podcast by the Public Art Fund.
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Making the most of the Management Metrics for Cities resource
June 26, 2020
In the past three months, city leaders across the country have grown comfortable reciting local data on COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, ventilator usage, and more. As the pandemic evolves, however, so do the metrics they need to master.
That’s why Bloomberg Philanthropies released a guide to COVID-19 Management Metrics for Cities. It’s meant to help mayors and their lieutenants track the right data points to keep tabs on how the pandemic is impacting their city over time and make informed decisions as the crisis continues.
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Tune-in this Saturday at 8pm ET: “Global Goal: Unite for our Future—The Concert,” Uniting the World to Combat COVID-19
June 25, 2020
This Saturday, the world will come together virtually for Global Citizen’s “Global Goal: Unite for our Future – The Concert.” Bloomberg Philanthropies is proudly supporting the global broadcast and campaign which encourages everyone to make commitments to help combat the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on marginalized communities around the world, including people of color, those living in extreme poverty, and others facing discrimination.
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Follow the Data Podcast: Food First Responders
June 18, 2020
As the coronavirus continues to impact communities around the globe, health care workers are risking their lives every day to protect others.
To express our appreciation for them, Bloomberg Philanthropies teamed up with Chef José Andrés and his nonprofit, World Central Kitchen, to provide almost 1.1 million meals to health care workers working on the frontlines at 16 NYC Health + Hospitals facilities.
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Training Nearly 6,000 Health Care Workers Fighting COVID-19 in Africa
June 17, 2020
In just three months, with our support 31 countries in Africa have been able to deepen and expand their efforts to minimize the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic. This work not only helps today in responding to COVID-19, but also prepares health systems to respond in the case of future epidemics.
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How virtual financial counseling is boosting people’s bottom line
June 17, 2020
Bloomberg Philanthropies announced a contribution to the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund), a national nonprofit organization that partners with local governments to deliver professional one-on-one financial counseling as a free public service. The support will help as many as 18 existing financial empowerment centers across the U.S. to add new counselors and continue what has been a successful pivot to remote work.
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A New Contact Tracing Playbook to Help Local Leaders Contain the Spread of COVID-19
June 16, 2020
Across the United States and the world, cities, states, and localities are at different stages of responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, including establishing programs such as contact tracing that reduce the spread of the virus and save lives. Contact tracing not only helps local leaders keep their constituencies healthy and safe, it is also a critical step before reopening businesses and public spaces.
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Feel the Beat from Around the World
June 12, 2020
Music lovers can get a backstage look at an opera house, listen to professional musicians engaging with the next generation of performers, or take a virtual walk through London with a curated playlist celebrating the city’s history. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the world of music this weekend thanks to these institutions supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
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Follow the Data Podcast: How Helsinki, Finland is Responding to COVID-19
June 12, 2020
Mayor Jan Vapaavuori of Helsinki, Finland joins Kelly Larson to discuss how Helsinki is responding to COVID-19, how The Partnership for Healthy Cities is encouraging global collaboration between cities, and what’s keeping mayors hopeful right now.
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