Stories of Impact and Change

At the Blum Center for Developing Economies, we are driven by a shared mission: to innovate, inspire, and empower solutions that tackle global poverty. Explore our latest stories, ground-breaking research, and impactful programs that bridge the gap between theory and action.

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Julia Kramer and Maria Young pioneered the VIA training program in Kumasi and Accra, Ghana in June 2013.
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Danielle Puretz
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Global Poverty & Practice
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In 2014, outstanding student loan debt for Millennials surpassed $1 trillion, making it the second largest category of household debt after mortgages.
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Scenic view of Berkeley grounds. A wide path lined with trees leads to the campanile. The path is shaded by the canopy of large trees, casting shadows on the ground. Several people are walking and cycling along the path, enjoying the sunny day.
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Dr. Janet King, executive director of CHORI and a Blum Center advisor, discusses the complex interplay of child diabetes, malnutrition, and poverty. Highlighting the rise of child obesity since the 1980s, King emphasizes the need for real-world solutions like nutrition education, healthy snack habits, and collaborative efforts across public policy, economics, and agriculture to address these interconnected challenges effectively.
Tamara Straus
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Big Ideas
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A crowded group of people walking along a path surrounded by lush greenery. The crowd includes men, women, and children.
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Development Engineering
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