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1 Health Organization Jeopardy United (Nations) We Stand Big Government NGOs Legends and Leaders Q $100 Q $200 Q $300 Q $400 Q $500 Q $100 Q $100 Q $100 Q $200 Q $200 Q $200 Q $300 Q $300 Q $300 Q $400 Q $400 Q $400 Q $500 Q $500 Q $500 Final Jeopardy

2 $100 Question from United (Nations) We Stand This institution, with its headquarters in Geneva, is the United Nations specialized agency for addressing world health issues.

3 $100 Answer from United (Nations) We Stand What is WHO?

4 World Health Organization (WHO) Created by a specific constitution on April 7, 1948 (World Health Day) Current Director-General is Dr. Margaret Chan Initially trained as a home economics teacher before earning her MD and becoming the first female in Hong Kong to head the Department of Health Elected to be Director-General in 2006, started her 2 nd term in May 2012 Budget: contributions from 194 member nations + private donations

5 World Health Organization (WHO) 3 main divisions World Health Assembly (meets once a year) Legislative and supreme body (comprised of delegations from all WHO member states) Determines policies and approves budget Appoints Director-General every 5 years Executive Board (meets twice a year) 34 members elected for 3-year terms Main functions are to advise and facilitate the work of the Assembly Secretariat (day-to-day operations) 30% Geneva, 30% six regional field offices, 40% individual countries

6 $200 Question from United (Nations) We Stand This UN organization was created to advocate for the basic needs and basic rights of children, with the majority of its budget spent on child health initiatives.

7 $200 Answer from United (Nations) We Stand What is the United Nations Children s Fund?

8 United Nations Children s Fund (UNICEF) Created in 1946 to provide emergency food and healthcare to children in countries devastated by WWII Name shortened in 1954 from United Nations International Children s Emergency Fund Headquarters in New York Works on issues such as child protection, girls education, immunizations, HIV/AIDS prevention Budget: 2/3 governments, 1/3 private and individual Won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1965

9 $300 Question from United (Nations) We Stand Annie Lennox, Naomi Watts, and Victoria Beckham are Goodwill Ambassadors for this organization, which is dedicated to addressing the global AIDS pandemic.

10 $300 Answer from United (Nations) We Stand What is UNAIDS?

11 UNAIDS Developed in 1994 Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland Addresses the global AIDS pandemic by sponsoring activities to prevent transmission, provide care and support, and alleviate the impact of HIV/AIDS Programme Coordinating Board Representatives from 22 governments Representatives from 5 NGOs Executive Director + Goodwill Ambassadors

12 $400 Question from United (Nations) We Stand This United Nations program supplies food relief in disasters and coordinates the activities of NGOs involved in food relief. It is the world s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger.

13 $400 Answer from United (Nations) We Stand What is the World Food Program (WFP)?

14 World Food Program (WFP) Established in 1961 (by the FAO) Headquarters in Rome (> 80 country offices) Supplies food relief in disasters Provides food to ~90 million people/year (58 million children) Coordinates NGOs involved in food relief Supports agriculture and rural development Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO): UN organization established in 1945, also in Rome Helps countries modernize and improve agriculture and forestry practices; also helps countries prepare for famine, set up national food reserves to establish food security, and re-establish agricultural production in disasters

15 $500 Question from United (Nations) We Stand This organization has won two Nobel Peace Prizes for its central role in protecting and advocating for displaced populations.

16 $500 Answer from United (Nations) We Stand What is the UN High Commissioner for Refugees?

17 UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Established in 1950 Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or to resettle in a third country Angelina Jolie served as a Goodwill Ambassador and is now a Special Envoy for the UNHCR Won Nobel Peace Prizes in 1964 and 1981

18 $100 Question from Big Government This is the major biomedical and health-related research division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Although this agency is considered essential to many researchers and patients hoping to enroll in clinical trials, most of the agency s work was considered non-essential during the 2013 government shutdown.

19 $100 Answer from Big Government What is the National Institutes of Health (NIH)?

20 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Predecessor developed in 1887 as the Laboratory of Hygiene reorganized in 1930 into the NIH Invests over $31 billion annually in medical research ~10% of funding to research within NIH (intramural) ~90% of funding to outside researchers (extramural) Director is nominated by U.S. President (Senate confirmation) Current director is Dr. Francis Collins (led the Human Genome Project) Comprises 27 separate Institutes and Centers Examples: National Cancer Institute, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Eye Institute John E. Fogarty International Center: global research

21 $200 Question from Big Government This agency serves as the Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization, although its creation predates WHO by almost 50 years.

22 $200 Answer from Big Government What is PAHO?

23 Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Developed in 1902 as the Pan American Sanitary Bureau Became part of WHO in 1949 Headquarters in Washington, D.C Member states include 35 countries 1 of 6 regional field offices of WHO Africa, southeast Asia, Europe, eastern Mediterranean, western Pacific

24 $300 Question from Big Government This U.S. federal agency provides economic, development, and humanitarian assistance to developing nations in support of the foreign policy goals of the U.S.

25 $300 Answer from Big Government What is the US Agency for International Development (USAID)?

26 USAID Created by President Kennedy in 1961 Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Assistance includes disaster relief, poverty relief, socioeconomic development Administrator is appointed by U.S. President (Senate confirmation)

27 $400 Question from Big Government This initiative is the largest financial commitment by any nation for an international health initiative dedicated to a single disease.

28 $400 Answer from Big Government What is the U.S. President s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)?

29 U.S. President s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Created by President G.W. Bush in 2003 Allocates resources and coordinates international activities of the U.S. Government to combat HIV/AIDS Initial pledge of $15 billion over 5 years ( ) U.S. Government has committed ~$52 billion through fiscal year 2013 President Obama requests ~$6.5 billion annually Under the direction of the Office of the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator (U.S. State Department)

30 $500 Question from Big Government This organization was founded in 1946 as the successor to the WWII Malaria Control in War Areas program.

31 $500 Answer from Big Government What is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?

32 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia Works with local public health agencies in U.S. to focus on disease prevention and control, environmental health, occupational health, health promotion, injury prevention, and education Also provides information on traveler s health and has a Center for Global Health Director appointed by U.S. President (no Senate confirmation) Current Director is Dr. Tom Frieden appointed in 2009

33 $100 Question from NGOs This international aid agency was founded by a group of French physicians and journalists in 1971 with the mission to provide direct medical care to underserved regions around the world, especially to war-torn areas.

34 $100 Answer from NGOs What is Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF or Doctors without Borders)?

35 Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland Unlike the Red Cross, MSF is willing to enter war-torn areas without permission of authorities Aside from injuries and death associated with stray bullets, mines and epidemic disease, MSF volunteers are sometimes attacked or kidnapped for political reasons. -Wikipedia Like the Red Cross, generally remains neutral Requested military intervention once in Rwanda (1994) Has condemned the actions of governments (Chechnya, 1999) and will speak out against human rights abuses Received the 1999 Nobel Peace Prize

36 $200 Question from NGOs Formed in 2002, this international public-private partnership disperses funds for the prevention, detection, and treatment of AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.

37 $200 Answer from NGOs What is The Global Fund?

38 The Global Fund Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland It is a financing mechanism rather than an implementing agency Mission: Investing the world s money to save lives Disperses funds to national governments, local communities, and individual service programs Financing partnerships include: Public sector (95%) Private sector (5%)

39 $300 Question from NGOs This organization was originally established in London, England in 1919 to aid children in war-ravaged Europe and now has over 30 national organizations around the world. They call themselves the world's leading independent organization for children.

40 $300 Answer from NGOs What is Save the Children?

41 Save the Children Promotes children s rights (by enforcing the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child) and provides healthcare and emergency aid to children in developing countries 30 other national Save the Children organizations, who are members of Save the Children International, make up a global network supporting local partners in over 120 countries Save the Children USA started in 1932

42 $400 Question from NGOs This organization, based in Denver, is the largest provider of donated medical supplies and equipment to developing countries around the world.

43 $400 Answer from NGOs What is Project C.U.R.E. (Commission on Urgent Relief and Equipment)?

44 Project C.U.R.E. (Commission on Urgent Relief and Equipment) Founded in 1987 Headquarters in Denver!! Delivers donated medical supplies and equipment from manufacturers, hospitals, and surpluses to developing countries based on a needs assessment of the local hospitals and clinics Many volunteer opportunities!

45 $500 Question from NGOs This organization was founded in the city of dreaming spires by a group of Quakers, social activists, and academics to supply food to starving women and children in Greece during WWII.

46 $500 Answer from NGOs What is the Oxford Committee for Famine Relief (Oxfam)?

47 Oxford Committee for Famine Relief (Oxfam) Founded in 1942 Based in Oxford, England Confederation of 17 international organizations Delivers emergency relief, implements long-term development programs, campaigns to end unfair trade rules, explores the impacts of climate change on poverty, advocates for changes in policies that reinforce poverty and injustice, supports policy research

48 $100 Question from Legends and Leaders This couple started a U.S.-based philanthropic organization that focuses on expanding access to technology and improving global health.

49 $100 Answer from Legends and Leaders Who are Bill and Melinda Gates?

50 Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Founded in 1994 Headquarters in Seattle, Washington Primary aims of the foundation: Globally: to enhance healthcare and reduce extreme poverty (contributes to NGOs, polio eradication, HIV and leishmaniasis research, sanitation improvements) In U.S.: to expand educational opportunities and access to information technology (library initiatives, student scholarships, education reform) 3 trustees: Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet Endowment of ~$41 billion

51 $200 Question from Legends and Leaders This former U.S. President founded an organization in 2001 bearing his name with the mission to improve global health, strengthen economies, promote healthier childhoods, and protect the environment.

52 $200 Answer from Legends and Leaders Who is Bill Clinton?

53 Clinton Foundation Founded in 2001 (now officially called the Bill, Hillary, & Chelsea Clinton Foundation) Headquarters in New York In 2005, the Clinton Global Initiative was started to annually convene world leaders, CEOs, and philanthropists In 2010, the Clinton HIV/AIDS Initiative became a separate NGO called the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) Helped launch the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund following the 2010 earthquake

54 $300 Question from Legends and Leaders This distinguished pediatrician served as the president of the American Academy of Pediatrics from and has held many prestigious positions in the world of pediatrics including as a special advisor to WHO and PAHO. He helped develop a WHO program for managing acute respiratory infections that has been implemented in more than 80 developing countries.

55 $300 Answer from Legends and Leaders Who is Dr. Steve Berman?

56 Dr. Steve Berman

Dr. Steve Berman Director of the Center for Global Health at the University of Colorado Developed a disaster course for pediatricians in developing countries in collaboration with the AAP & WHO

57 Dr. Steve Berman Director of the Center for Global Health at the University of Colorado Developed a disaster course for pediatricians in developing countries in collaboration with the AAP & WHO Authored a pediatric textbook entitled Berman s Pediatric Decision Making (now in its 5 th edition) as well as a book on child advocacy and health policy (Getting it Right for Children: Stories of Care and Advocacy) Co-editor of a new book on global health (Global Child Health Advocacy: On the Front Lines) He has a beautiful new granddaughter!

58 $400 Question from Legends and Leaders Christine Lagarde, a former member of the French national team for synchronized swimming, was appointed the first woman to lead what organization in July 2011?

59 $400 Answer from Legends and Leaders What is the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

60 IMF Created in 1944 to oversee the international monetary system and ensure exchange rate stability Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Managing Director is generally European (although this may change) and is appointed by the Executive Board for a renewable 5-year term Lagarde succeeded Dominique Strauss-Kahn after he was accused of raping a NYC hotel maid with subsequent investigations for other rape, assault, and prostitution charges. He was acquitted in 2015 of allegations of aggravated pimping at a French hotel. Described as an organization of 188 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world

61 $500 Question from Legends and Leaders Henry Dunant won the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901 for inspiring the creation of this organization.

62 $500 Answer from Legends and Leaders What is the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)?

63 International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) In 1859, the Swiss man Henry Dunant witnessed the aftermath of the Italian Battle of Solferino and wrote a book about the lack of medical and basic care of the soldiers and his impromptu organization of a relief effort, which he distributed to European leaders ICRC founded in 1863 Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland

64 International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Provides relief assistance, gives legal protection, monitors Prisoners of War, and reunites families Remains completely neutral assisting all parties involved in a conflict (parties must sign an agreement respecting ICRC first) Related but independent from the individual national Red Cross and the Red Crescent Societies Won Nobel Peace Prizes in 1917, 1944, 1963

65 Final Jeopardy This man was nominated by President Obama to become the 12 th president of this international organization on July 1 st, 2012.

66 Final Jeopardy Answer Who is Dr. Jim Kim and what is the World Bank?

67 World Bank Created in 1944 for post-war reconstruction Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Official goal is to reduce poverty by providing loans to developing countries for capital programs President of the Bank is appointed by the U.S. president (usually headed by a U.S. citizen)

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