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SUMMARY:Skoll World Forum Side Event: Improving the Health and Futures of Over 500 Million Children
DESCRIPTION:Fresh off the TED live stage as a 2025 Audacious Project finalist\, Pure Earth President Drew McCartor will share a bold\, global strategy to protect half a billion children from an invisible environmental health crisis\, one that steals over 2 million IQ points from the next generation every day\, lead poisoning. More than 90% of affected children live in low- and middle-income countries. Lead poisoning also contributes to an estimated 3.5 million deaths annually from cardiovascular disease—more than natural disasters\, active wars\, road accidents\, HIV\, and malaria combined. \nLearn about the major sources of lead exposure from common consumer products to industrial practices and efforts currently underway to solve this global public health crisis. Top experts will present real-world case studies highlighting both challenges and proven\, scalable solutions. 3X Grammy Award winner\, Pure Earth Leadership Council member and UN Goodwill Ambassador Ricky Kej will guide the conversation and engage the audience throughout. \nFeatured speakers and experts include:\nDrew McCartor (Pure Earth)\, Tanvi Monga (TED)\, Dr. Lucia Coulter (Lead Exposure Elimination Project)\, Lee Crawfurd (Center for Global Development)\, Dr. Chris Kinally (Pure Earth)\, Tom Hird (Coefficient Giving)\, Dr. Mary-Ann Etiebet (Vital Strategies)\, Tammy Tan (Lead Research for Action) and Will Fitzgibbon (The Examination). \nFollowing the session\, guests are invited to bring a household item (i.e.\, traditional ceramic or aluminum cookware\, kohl eyeliner\, turmeric) for on-site lead testing using a portable analyzer and to engage directly with experts. \nWho this is for\nThis session is designed for funders and philanthropists interested in high-impact\, scalable global health solutions\, as well as practitioners\, researchers\, and policymakers working in public and environmental health. It is also well-suited for anyone interested in tackling large-scale\, often overlooked global challenges. \nWhat you’ll get out of it\n– A clear understanding of global lead poisoning\, its scale and impact; the sources of lead exposure; the solutions\n– Real-world insights from cutting-edge research and interventions across multiple countries\n– Concrete ideas for how to engage\, invest\, or collaborate in solutions at scale \nLearn More
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/skoll-world-forum-side-event-improving-the-health-and-futures-of-over-500-million-children/
LOCATION:Frewin Court\, Oxford\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Side Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T130000
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SUMMARY:Short Films for Social Change at The Impact Lounge in Oxford
DESCRIPTION:At The Impact Lounge at the Marmalade Festival\, Pure Earth will join leaders from the World Bank\, UNDP\, The Audacious Project\, and the Storytelling Solutions Project to explore how film and visual storytelling can drive real social impact. \nThe event will showcase several powerful short films\, including Pure Earth’s award-winning documentary One in 36 Million\, that are reshaping narratives around today’s pressing issues — and explore why film and visual media is such an effective force for supercharging social change. \nThis session starts at the Phoenix Picturehouse at 10am with a short film festival and lively discussions. At 12pm\, we will then head across the street to the Branca Restaurant for food\, drinks\, and further conversations. \nThis registration is for the lunch networking and discussions at Branca Restaurant. Please be sure to register for the screening HERE. You can come to one or the other. Or both!
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/short-films-for-social-change-at-the-impact-lounge-in-oxford/
LOCATION:The Phoenix Picture House & Branca\, Oxford\, UK
CATEGORIES:Film Festival,Side Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jakarta:20260413T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jakarta:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20260414T014645Z
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SUMMARY:Community Service: Women's Initiative to Recognize the Danger of Lead
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Community Medicine\, Faculty of Medicine\, Universitas Indonesia (FKUI)\, supported by Pure Earth Indonesia\, organized a community service event “Women’s Initiative to Recognize the Danger of Lead” on 13–14 April 2026 in Bogor\, Indonesia. The event aimed to enhance the knowledge\, awareness\, and capacity of female workers in preventing lead exposure and protecting the health of themselves and their families through a series of educational activities and health examinations including blood tests\, reproductive health check-ups\, and other screenings.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/community-service-womens-initiative-to-recognize-the-danger-of-lead/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
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SUMMARY:Drew McCartor Speaking at TED2026 in Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth President Drew McCartor will be speaking at TED2026 in Vancouver\, where he will take the mainstage to talk about Pure Earth‘s initiative to protect 500 million children from lead poisoning. \nAbout the TED Talk: As president of Pure Earth\, Drew McCartor is fighting a hidden epidemic that kills more people than HIV and malaria combined: lead poisoning\, which affects one in three children worldwide. Over the past 20 years\, he has led large-scale interventions across Asia\, Europe\, Africa and the Americas\, translating evidence into practical solutions to target lead pollution at its source and then build durable prevention systems. Backed by TED’s funding initiative The Audacious Project\, Pure Earth will help protect 550 million children from lead poisoning by 2033\, working with governments to reduce exposure risks and strengthen public health and regulatory systems across Africa\, Asia and Latin America.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/drew-mccartor-speaking-at-ted2026-in-vancouver/
LOCATION:Vancouver\, CA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20260408T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T203320Z
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SUMMARY:From Bold Ideas to Global Impact: How Collaborative Philanthropy Fuels Change
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth President Drew McCartor will join Raj Kumar\, President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex\, Dr. Anu Kumar from Ipas\, Serah Malaba from Tiko\, Lisha McCormick from Last Mile Health\, and Tanvi Monga and Anna Verghese from The Audacious Project for a conversation on how philanthropy can accelerate bold ideas into long-term systems change. \nAbout the Event \nThe Audacious Project\, an initiative of TED\, brings together social innovators and philanthropists to fund bold\, scalable solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Over the past eight years\, the Audacious donor community has committed $4.6 billion in support of 70 projects\, which have leveraged an additional $3 billion from other funders — bringing total funding to $7.6 billion. In 2025\, the initiative reached a new milestone\, with more than 35 donors committing $1.03 billion to support over a dozen projects focused on health\, climate\, education\, and economic opportunity. \nBuilding on this momentum\, this virtual event hosted by Devex\, in partnership with The Audacious Project\, will bring together leaders from the latest Audacious grantee cohort. Through discussion\, storytelling\, and curated highlights\, the event will showcase the grantees’ groundbreaking work\, elevate their voices on a global stage\, and demonstrate how catalytic philanthropy\, cross-sector collaboration\, and visionary leadership can expand the reach and impact of transformative solutions. \nHow to watch\nOnline: Join the livestream via Zoom. A link to the livestream will be sent via email to all attendees. \nOn-Demand: Unable to join at the time of streaming? Register anyway. A link to the recording of this event will be sent to everyone who is registered for this event. \nLive streaming time\nThu\, 9 Apr 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT \nLearn More
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/from-bold-ideas-to-global-impact-how-collaborative-philanthropy-fuels-change/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Accra:20260317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20260310T155614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T161311Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Poisoning as a Global Environmental Justice and Human Rights Issue.
DESCRIPTION:Lead (Pb) poisoning remains one of the most widespread yet under-recognized environmental health crises globally\, disproportionately affecting children and marginalized communities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) (Chen et al\, 2025). Despite being entirely preventable\, Pb exposure continues through contaminated consumer products\, informal recycling of lead-acid batteries\, polluted soils\, industrial emissions\, unsafe housing\, and legacy contamination from historical practices. \nFrom an environmental justice perspective\, Pb poisoning exemplifies systemic inequities: populations least responsible for pollution often bear the heaviest burden of exposure and harm. Informal workers\, low-income households\, women\, and children are routinely exposed to Pb in environments where regulatory protections are weak\, enforcement is limited\, or economic necessity overrides health safeguards (Howarth & Eiser\, 2024). From a human rights standpoint\, Pb exposure violates fundamental rights\, including the right to health\, the right to a safe and clean environment\, the rights of the child\, and the right to development (Centre for International Environmental Law\, 2015). \nInternational human rights frameworks recognize states’ obligations to prevent environmental harm that undermines human dignity and wellbeing. Yet Pb poisoning persists largely due to governance gaps\, regulatory failures\, and insufficient political prioritization (World Health Organization\, 2024). This webinar seeks to elevate Pb poisoning from a purely technical or health issue to a global justice and rights-based concern\, fostering cross-sector dialogue and mobilizing coordinated action at national and international levels. \n\nAn estimated one in three children globally is exposed to unsafe levels of lead\, with the highest burden in LMICs.\nLead exposure contributes to irreversible neurological damage\, reduced IQ\, behavioural disorders\, poor educational outcomes\, and long-term economic losses.\nCommunities affected by lead poisoning often lack access to healthcare\, legal remedies\, clean environments\, and political representation.\nExisting interventions are fragmented\, underfunded\, and insufficiently anchored in rights-based and equity-focused approaches.\n\nWithout urgent\, coordinated action grounded in environmental justice and human rights\, lead poisoning will continue to perpetuate intergenerational poverty\, inequality\, and preventable disease. \nSpeakers.  \n\nEsmond Wisdom Quansah\, DD.- Regional Program Director\, Africa\, Pure Earth\nDr. Marian Selorm Sapah- Senior Lecturer\, University of Ghana & Resource Mobilization Co-Lead and Office Manager- Center for Geoscience Studies (CfGS)\nDr. Oluwatosin Kuti- Founder\, Afya Lafia Innovation\nMr. Hobson Agyapong- Principal Programme Officer\, Ghana Environmental Protection Authority.\n\nModerator \nProf. Yvonne Sena Akosua Loh- Department of Earth Science\, University of Ghana. \nTheme: Ending Lead Poisoning Through Environmental Justice: A Global Call to Protect Health and Human Rights. \nWebinar registration  link \n  \nEnquires: Sikapa: nana@pureearth.org/ Laurencia: laurencia.bonsu@unlv.edu
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/lead-poisoning-as-a-global-environmental-justice-and-human-rights-issue/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251126T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20251124T150902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T220006Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Children from Lead: Country Actions Toward a Region Free from Exposure
DESCRIPTION:As a follow-up to the activities of the International Week for the Prevention of Lead Poisoning 2025\, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)\, together with Vital Strategies and Pure Earth\, intend to develop this regional webinar to make visible the advances\, challenges and good practices developed by the countries of the Americas in the reduction of childhood exposure to lead. \nThe event will bring together representatives of the Ministries of Health\, Environment and Education\, along with international organizations and academic centers\, to analyze and make visible the main activities\, policies and strategies implemented by the governments of the region of the Americas for the prevention\, regulation and elimination of lead in consumer products. \n\nDATE: Wednesday\, 26 November 2025\nLANGUAGES: English and Spanish\nTIME: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (ET\, Washington)\nPLATFORM: ZOOM (with register)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers include: \n\nDaniel Buss. Chief\, Climate Change and Environmental Determinants of Health Unit\, PAHO\nRichard Reithinger. Vice-president of Programs\, Pure Earth\nDan Kass. Deputy technical director\, Lead Poisoning Prevention Program\, Vital Strategies\nFrancisco Sánchez Otero. PAHO regional advisor on chemical safety\nVirunya Bhat. Advisor\, chemical safety and health\, World Health Organization (WHO)\nMartha María Téllez Rojo. Researcher in Medical Sciences\, Center for Research in Nutrition and Health\, National Institute of Public Health\, Mexico\nCésar Munayco. Director General of the National Center for Epidemiology\, Prevention and Control of Diseases (CDC)\, Ministry of Health\, Peru\nAmalia Laborde. Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health and Toxicology\, Faculty of Medicine\, University of the Republic\, Uruguay\nAndrea Patricia Soler Galindo. Ministry of Health and Social Protection\, Colombia\nGuillermo Olmedo. Lead Elimination exposure project (LEEP)\nIrene Martínez-Morata. Vital Strategies\nFrancisco Sánchez Otero. PAHO regional advisor on chemical safety\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/seminario-virtual-protegiendo-a-la-ninez-del-plomo-acciones-de-los-paises-para-una-region-libre-de-exposicion/
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Accra:20251104T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Accra:20251104T130000
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SUMMARY:NATIONAL LEAD POISONING AWARENESS WEEK 25
DESCRIPTION:The Ministry of Health\, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency\,(EPA)\, Ministry of Environment\, Science and Technology and development partners\, with financial support from Pure Earth is commemorating Lead Awareness Week 2025 under the theme “No Safe Level: Act Now to End Lead Exposure.” The campaign seeks to raise national awareness on the harmful effects of lead exposure and to promote coordinated action toward eliminating lead in paints\, consumer products\, and the environment. \nLead exposure remains a serious public health concern in Ghana\, posing irreversible risks to children\, pregnant women\, and workers. This year’s celebration underscores the Ministry’s commitment to advancing preventive health measures\, strengthening regulation\, and fostering multi-sectoral partnerships to achieve a lead-free and healthier Ghana. \n  \n \n  \nDate: 4th November 2025 \nTime: 10:00 AM \nVenue: Ministry of Health Auditorium. \n 
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/national-lead-poisoning-awareness-week-25/
CATEGORIES:Side Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T060000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T110000
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SUMMARY:Cycle Rally for Lead-Free Bangladesh
DESCRIPTION:Lead is silent — but its impact isn’t. Every day\, it threatens our children’s health\, our soil\, and our shared future. To change this\, we’re hitting the streets — not with words\, but with wheels. \nJoin the Cycle Rally for Lead-Free Bangladesh\, a youth-led initiative organized by Volunteer for Bangladesh – Dhaka District South in collaboration with Pure Earth Bangladesh\, on the occasion of International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2025. Youth\, volunteers\, and environmental advocates will unite to raise their voices (and pedals) for a cleaner\, safer\, and more sustainable Bangladesh. \nParticipant Benefits:\n– Official Event T-shirt & Cap\n– Key Ring\n– Snacks & Refreshments\n– Certificate of ParticipationWhy Join?\n– Awareness starts with action\, this ride is action.\n– Every pedal is a step toward a lead-free Bangladesh.\n– Connect with passionate changemakers from Volunteer for Bangladesh and Pure Earth\, and be part of a meaningful movement.\n– Contribute to raising awareness on lead pollution and environmental sustainability.\n– Engage with a network of volunteers and environmental advocates.\n– Represent a youth-led initiative promoting public health and sustainable practices. \nEvent Details:\nVenue: Hatirjheel\nDate: Friday\, October 31\, 2025\nTime: 6:00 AM onward \n\nRegistration:\nClick Here to Register for the Cycle Rally: https://forms.gle/cLQKEjPFuhDuQfXt6 \nRegistration Deadline: 27 October\, 2025 \nNote: Bring your own bicycle\, wear your safety gear\, and follow traffic rules. Together\, let’s ride responsibly\, for people\, the planet\, and the next generation. \n\nFor More Queries:\nMd. Fazily Rabby\nHuman Resource Officer\, Dhaka District South\nVolunteer for Bangladesh-VBD\n01794683457 \nJoin us to demonstrate commitment to a Lead-Free Bangladesh and a sustainable future.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/cycle-rally-for-lead-free-bangladesh/
CATEGORIES:Rally
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251027T101500
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20251008T204444Z
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SUMMARY:International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Progress in Year 3 of the Project: Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Lead Exposure
DESCRIPTION:Please join Pure Earth and Vital Strategies during International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week for a Year 3 Progress Report from Colombia\, Indonesia\, Kyrgyzstan\, Maharashtra\, India\, and Peru. \nSupported by Takeda Pharmaceuticals\, Ltd.\, the Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Lead Exposure project has been working toward and implementing blood lead level surveillance programs to understand the prevalence and severity of childhood lead exposure in 5 participating countries. \nThe webinar will feature project leaders describing the progress made in planning and implementing blood lead level surveillance programs\, conducting home-based source assessments\, collaborating with government partners\, and plans for the coming year. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the live Q&A.  \nSpeakers include: \n\nDrew McCartor\, CEO\, Pure Earth\nClaudia Gonzalez\, Acting Country Director\, Pure Earth Colombia\nIndira Zhakipova\, Director\, Ecois Bishkek\, Kyrgyzstan\nAlfi Sina Vinci\, Program Lead\, Yayasan Pure Earth Indonesia \nRodrigo Velarde\, Country Director\, Pure Earth Peru\nShailesh Patil\, Program Director\, PE India Pvt Ltd\nEdwin Siswono\, Epidemiologist\, Vital Strategies\nJitendra Chavan\, State Program Manager for Maharashtra\, Vital Strategies\nJesica Rodriguez\, Environmental Health Consultant\, Vital Strategies Colombia\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/international-lead-poisoning-prevention-week-expanding-blood-lead-monitoring-and-surveillance-in-5-countries/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20251002T172045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T135707Z
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SUMMARY:Minamata Convention Side Event: Evaluating Mercury’s Impact on the Food Chain Across 6 Mining Regions in Ghana
DESCRIPTION:Join this Minamata Convention Side Event: Evaluating Mercury’s Impact on the Food Chain Across Six Mining Regions in Ghana. \nHosted by Pure Earth with the Environmental Protection Agency of Ghana and the UK’s Foreign\, Commonwealth and Development Office\, this virtual workshop will present findings from a new study on mercury contamination in artisanal and small-scale gold mining communities in Ghana. \nPanelists include: \n\nAlfonso Rodriguez\, Technical Director\, Pure Earth\nEsmond Quansah\, Program Director\, Africa\, Pure Earth\nStephan Boese-O’Reilly\, Senior Technical Advisor\, Pure Earth\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/minamata-convention-side-event-evaluating-mercurys-impact-on-the-food-chain-across-6-mining-regions-in-ghana/
CATEGORIES:Side Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Lead Contamination - Protecting Health in the Territories
DESCRIPTION:In many regions across the country\, lead exposure remains a silent threat to public health—particularly affecting children and vulnerable communities. This environmental issue calls for an integrated response grounded in public health and territorial justice. \nOrganized by the Colombian Association of Public Health\, in collaboration with Pure Earth Colombia and Vital Strategies\, this webinar invites local health leaders\, professionals\, and decision-makers to strengthen their roles through a Primary Health Care approach. Together\, we will explore how to recognize environmental risks and build community-driven responses at the local level. \nJoin us in this space for shared learning\, collective reflection\, and collaborative action to protect lives and promote healthier environments. \n📅 Wednesday\, August 13🕕 6:00 p.m. (Colombia time)🔗 Register here
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/webinar-lead-contamination-protecting-health-in-the-territories/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250512T223311Z
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SUMMARY:New Findings on Blood Lead Levels in Georgia\, Cookware Contamination\, and a Lead Burden Index Tool
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth and ISCHE present New Findings on Blood Lead Levels in Georgia\, Metal Cookware Contamination\, and Population Burdens\, which will spotlight three new studies that deepen our understanding of global lead exposure and its health impacts. This technical session will present fresh data and analytical tools for researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners working to reduce lead exposure in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). \nResearchers will present on their latest findings\, which include a new metric\, the Cumulative Population Blood Lead Level (also referred to as the Lead Burden Index)\, which can help quantify the gross impact of lead exposure across regions\, and support governments\, funders\, and international agencies in prioritizing cost-effective interventions. \nWe’ll also present findings from an initial post-intervention blood lead level study in Poti\, Georgia (country)\, and a comprehensive analysis of leachable lead in aluminum cookware from 25 countries\, revealing continued risks from consumer products. \nThe briefing will be followed by a live audience Q&A. \nSpeakers include: \n\nEkaterine Ruadze\, MD\, DrPH National Center for Disease Control and Public Health\, Georgia\nAelita Sargsyan\, MD\, MPH\, Pure Earth\nGordon Binkhorst\, PhD\, Pure Earth\nRichard Fuller\, Pure Earth\nBruce Lanphear\, MD\, MPH\, Simon Fraser University\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/new-findings-on-blood-lead-levels-in-georgia-cookware-contamination-and-a-lead-burden-index-tool/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Accra:20250609T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Accra:20250609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250516T170314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T125152Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Exposure and Preeclampsia
DESCRIPTION:Lead Exposure and Preeclampsia. \nResearch indicates a relationship between elevated blood lead levels (BLLs) and the incidence of preeclampsia\, a hypertensive disorder during pregnancy. In Sub-Saharan Africa\, including Ghana\, women of childbearing age often exhibit BLLs exceeding recommended safety thresholds. A systematic review reported a weighted mean BLL of 26.24 µg/dL among pregnant women in the region\, substantially higher than the CDC’s recommended limit of 3.5 µg/dL (Bede-Ojimadu et al.\, 2018).  \nIn Ghana\, environmental factors such as informal lead-acid battery recycling\, use of lead-containing cosmetics\, and contaminated cookware contribute to lead exposure. In Ghana\, over 1.7 million children are estimated to have blood lead levels exceeding 5 micrograms per deciliter – the level above which there is cause for concern according to UNICEF estimates. A national survey revealed that 53.5% of children surveyed in 3 ecological areas of Ghana have BLLs above 5 µg/dL\, indicating widespread environmental contamination. This is yet to be published by Ghana Health Service. Given that lead can cross the placental barrier\, pregnant women are at risk of transferring lead to the fetus\, potentially leading to adverse outcomes like preeclampsia.​ \nThe correlation between high BLLs and preeclampsia underscores the need for public health interventions in Ghana. Strategies may include community education\, regulation of lead-containing products\, and improved prenatal care to monitor and manage lead exposure among pregnant women. \nSpeakers:  \n\nErika Marquez\, Ph.D\, MPH- Assistant Professor\, School of Public Health\, University of Nevada\, Las Vegas\, and Director of the Nevada Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program \nIan Ogurek\, D.O.\, MPH- Internal Medicine Resident\, PGY-2\, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV.\nAnita Asamoah\, Ph.D- Senior Research Scientist\, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission\nCaesar Nyadedzor MSc- Toxicologist & Head of Poison Control Unit\, Ghana Health Service\nEsmond Quansah\, DD- Country Director\, Pure Earth Ghana\n\nModerator and Opening Remarks \nNana Agyei Sikapa Ofosu-Manu\, Communications Officer\, Pure Earth Ghana \nDate/Time \n\nJune 9\, 2025\, \n1400 hrs GMT/7 am PST \nZoom: https://unlv.zoom.us/meeting/register/YgPEDrsEQYefvzOqNWtRTQ#/registration\n\nPartners/Organization \n\nPure Earth\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas School of Public Health. \nNevada Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program\nGhana Health Service\n\n 
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/lead-exposure-and-preeclampsia/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Accra:20250410T123000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Accra:20250410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250401T203455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T164828Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Ghana Cookware and Cosmetics Project Launch
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth\, in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Authority and the Ghana Standards Authority\, is working to identify and address potential environmental health risks associated with the production and use of cookware and cosmetics. \nOrganizers:\nPure Earth Ghana in collaboration with the Ghana Environmental Protection Authority\n(EPA) and the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) \nGuest Speakers \nKeynote Speaker: Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse- CEO\, Environmental Protection Authority \nGuest of Honor: Gabriel Sanchez- Pure Earth Vice President\, Programs \nObjectives of the Launch\n1. To officially announce the launch of the Northern Ghana Cookware and\nCosmetics Project and emphasize its critical role in reducing lead exposure and\nensuring consumer safety.\n2. To foster collaboration among stakeholders\, including industry representatives\,\ngovernment officials\, and community leaders\, to unify efforts in promoting safe\nconsumer products.\n3. To engage participants in discussions surrounding the vision and goals of the\nproject\, fostering a shared commitment to safer consumer practices. \nKey Expected Outcomes\n1. A successful launch event that raises awareness about Northern Ghana Cookware\nand Cosmetics Project and its importance in safeguarding public health.\n2. Enhanced understanding among stakeholders regarding the health implications of\nlead exposure and the necessity of regulatory compliance in product safety.\n3. A commitment from key stakeholders to support the project’s objectives and\ncollaborate in improving safety standards across the industry.\n4. Establishment of a platform for ongoing dialogue and information sharing among\nstakeholders\, creating the foundation for future collaboration in promoting\nsustainable practices in the cookware and cosmetics sectors. \n  \nFor more information contact \nNana Agyei Sikapa Ofosu-Manu \nCommunications Officer \nnana@pureearth.org/ +233558182560
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/northern-ghana-cookware-and-cosmetics-project-launch/
CATEGORIES:Project Launch
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250313T101500
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250210T192302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T202920Z
UID:30255-1741856400-1741860900@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Toxic Exposures and Women’s Health: Emerging Research and Global Solutions
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Women’s Day 2025\, Pure Earth hosted a virtual webinar on the critical issue of pollution’s impact on women’s health. Expert panelists included: \n\nJaclyn Bowen\, Executive Director of The Clean Label Project\nDr. Alejandra Cantoral\, Professor at Universidad Iberoamericana\nDr. Laura Geer\, Associate Professor at the SUNY Downstate\, School of Public Health\n\nDr. Alejandra Cantoral presented on common lead exposure sources in Mexico\, covering dietary sources of exposure in addition to other sources. In a sample of the most commonly consumed foods in Mexico\, lead was present in 18% of tested food items. Dr. Cantoral also covered the lead exposure risks that affect women most\, with sources like the use of lead-glazed ceramics being linked to higher blood lead levels in Mexican women. Watch Alejandra Cantoral’s presentation here. \n  \nJaclyn Bowen presented her work with the Clean Label Project\, testing for contaminants in consumer products and revealing surprising new research findings on heavy metal contamination in prenatal vitamins. She also discussed the new California regulation requiring baby food manufacturers to test a sample of their products for heavy metals. Watch Jaclyn Bowen’s presentation here.  \nDr. Laura Geer presented research on the impacts of mercury exposure on prenatal development. Her research found that higher fish consumption from pregnant mothers was associated with higher cord blood and fetal mercury levels. She also covered her latest work alongside Pure Earth\, developing the LERIC model\, which allows for the evaluation of the costs associated with lead impacts from IQ decrement. Watch Laura Geer’s presentation here. \n  \nIn a panelist Q&A\, speakers touched on the need for further research on the impacts of lead and heavy metal pollution on women’s health and addressed key audience questions. Watch the Panelist Q&A here. 
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/toxic-exposures-and-womens-health-emerging-research-and-global-solutions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250124T205854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T205854Z
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day 2025: Force of Nature Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth’s Force of Nature awards recognize the strength and achievements of our honorees as well as countless women the world over working every day to solve pollution\, protect their families and communities\, and advocate on behalf of the most vulnerable.  \nWe are pleased to announce our 2025 Honorees:  \n\nJaclyn Bowen\, MPH\, MS\, Executive Director of the Clean Label Project; \nKathryn Huarte\, Treasurer\, Pure Earth Board of Directors; and \nCatherine Lufkin\, Senior Director\, Global Point of Care at Meridian Bioscience Inc.\n\nPlease join us on March 6th at Affirmation Arts in New York City\, where you will learn about the profound impact that pollution has on maternal and child health and how women around the globe are leading the effort – crafting solutions in government and policy making\, private entrepreneurship\, and community-level interventions. Celebrate International Women’s Day with a sampling of international foods and cocktails\, and finish the night with desserts from Magnolia Bakery! \nRSVP
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/international-womens-day-2025-force-of-nature-celebration/
LOCATION:Affirmation Arts Gallery\, 415 W 13th St 8th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250127T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250127T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20250124T212450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T212450Z
UID:30054-1737968400-1737972000@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Lead-Free Future for Every Child Webinar Series: How to conduct an environmental lead exposure risk assessment
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for a Lead-Free Future invites you to join this webinar\, designed to provide practical guidance on conducting environmental risk assessments. In this context\, a risk assessment focuses on identifying and evaluating lead exposure risks in children’s environments.\n\nThis session will explore key considerations for performing lead exposure risk assessments in resource-constrained settings. It will highlight real-world case studies\, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)’s work in Nigeria and Pure Earth’s initiatives in the Philippines. These examples are intended to complement existing resources\, such as the Assessing Environmental Lead Exposure in Resource-Constrained Settings report.\n\nThis webinar is part of the Lead-Free Future for Every Child series and marks the third installment. Be sure to revisit earlier sessions: the first webinar\, which explores sources of childhood lead exposure\, and the second\, which delves into conducting blood lead level surveys.\n\nSpeakers:\nZeineldin Elmikaty\, a member of the IFMSA Public Health international team and a 5th-year medical student from Egypt\nLarah Ortega-Ibañez\, Pure Earth’s Country Director for the Philippines\nCasey Bartrem\, USAID\nBret Ericson\, Environmental Health\, UNICEF (moderator)\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/lead-free-future-for-every-child-webinar-series-how-to-conduct-an-environmental-lead-exposure-risk-assessment/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Accra:20241107T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Accra:20241107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241029T123145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T180559Z
UID:29304-1730970000-1730984400@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:National Dialogue on Lead Pollution and Poisoning
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth in collaboration with USAID and UNICEF is holding a National Dialogue on Lead Pollution and Poisoning in Ghana. Pure Earth Ghana’s 25thanniversary initiative is dedicated to the National Dialogue which will focus on critical findings related to cosmetics\, cookware\, and ULABs (Used Lead-Acid Batteries) in Ghana.  \nGuest Speakers: \n\nHon. Ophelia Mensah Hayford-Minister of Environment\, Science\, Technology and Innovation\nMs. Kimberly Rosen– USAID Ghana Mission Director\nMr. Fiachra McAsey– UNICEF Ghana Deputy Representative\n\nPanel Speakers:   \nThe event will feature experts like:   \n\nProf. Patrick Asamoah Sakyi\, Senior Lecturer\, University of Ghana \nDr. Anita Asamoah\, Senior Research Scientist\, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission \nDr. Ceaser Nyaadedzor\, Toxicologist & Ghana Poison Control Centre\, Ghana Health Service\nDr. Maxwell Kogbe\, Head of Metallic Contaminants Unit\, Ghana Standard Authority\nDr. Emmanuel Kyeremateng-Amoah\, Health Specialist\, UNICEF Ghana\nMr. Lovelace Sarpong– Deputy Director at Chemicals Control and Management Centre Environmental Protection Agency.\n\nKafui Dey\, Moderator\, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation \n  \nWatch full event here: \n \n  \nFor inquiries: \nNana Agyei Sikapa Ofosu-Manu \nCommunications Lead \nnana@pureearth.org \n+233558182560 \n 
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/national-dialogue-on-lead-pollution-and-poisoning/
LOCATION:Accra
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Bogota:20241024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Bogota:20241024T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241015T225751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T225751Z
UID:29103-1729789200-1729794600@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Educación y prevención: el rol de la academia en el abordaje de la exposición al plomo
DESCRIPTION:¡Te invitamos al conversatorio virtual “Educación y prevención: el rol de la academia en el abordaje de la exposición al plomo”! En este evento contaremos con la participación de tres destacados académicos de Colombia\, quienes compartirán sus conocimientos y experiencias sobre cómo la academia está contribuyendo a enfrentar la exposición al plomo en el país\, un grave problema de salud pública. \nParticipantes:\n\nJulia González Puertas: Decana de la Facultad de Química y Farmacia en la Universidad del Atlántico. Experta en Farmacia Clínica y Toxicología Ambiental.\nÁlvaro Javier Idrovo Velandia: Profesor en la Universidad Industrial de Santander\, especializado en salud pública y epidemiología.\nDavid Combariza Bayona: Docente e investigador en la Universidad Nacional de Colombia\, con enfoque en toxicología y salud ambiental.\n\nEste espacio busca promover un diálogo sobre los enfoques actuales de investigación\, prevención y mitigación de la exposición al plomo en Colombia. Se explorarán los esfuerzos académicos para educar\, concientizar y generar cambios en las políticas públicas\, con el objetivo de reducir los riesgos para la salud en las comunidades más afectadas. \nPresentado por Lizeth Olaya\, directora Pure Earth Colombia\, y moderado por Daniela Alonso\, Coordinadora Proyectos de Salud de Pure Earth\,  y Jésica Rodríguez\, consultora en Salud Ambiental de Vital Strategies. \nRegístrate ahora
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/educacion-y-prevencion-el-rol-de-la-academia-en-el-abordaje-de-la-exposicion-al-plomo/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241024T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241024T101500
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241009T210410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T161213Z
UID:29057-1729760400-1729764900@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Briefing on the Progress of Blood Lead Level Surveillance in 5 Countries
DESCRIPTION:Join Pure Earth and Vital Strategies during International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week for a Briefing on the Progress of Blood Lead Level Surveillance in 5 Countries. \nThis webinar will highlight the progress made in strengthening national healthcare systems in Colombia\, Indonesia\, Kyrgyzstan\, Maharashtra\, India\, and Peru to prevent\, identify\, and treat lead poisoning. Supported by Takeda Pharmaceuticals\, Ltd.\, the Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Lead Exposure project is focused on expanding blood lead level surveillance\, which is crucial to understanding the prevalence and severity of childhood lead exposure in these 5 countries. \nThe conversation will feature project leaders discussing key progress in establishing blood lead level surveillance\, collaborations with government partners\, and the future impact of the data collected on national policies to combat lead exposure. \nSpeakers include: \n\nDrew McCartor\, Executive Director\, Pure Earth\nLizeth Olaya\, Country Director\, Pure Earth Colombia\nIndira Zhakipova\, Director\, Ecois Bishkek\, Kyrgyzstan\nBudi Susilorini\, Director\, Yayasan Pure Earth Indonesia \nRodrigo Velarde\, Country Director\, Pure Earth Peru\nYi Lu\, Senior Program Manager\, Vital Strategies\nYatin Pimple\, Technical Advisor\, Environmental Health Surveillance\, Vital Strategies\n\nModerated by Caroline Baylor\, the webinar will include a brief video featuring statements from Health Ministries\, then a project overview followed by a panel discussion\, and audience Q&A.  \nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/progress-on-blood-lead-level-surveillance-in-5-countries-a-briefing-on-the-first-year-of-strengthening-health-systems-to-reduce-lead-exposure/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241021T163541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T163541Z
UID:29265-1729695600-1729702800@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Multisectoral Approach to Build A Lead-Free Future
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth Bangladesh and North South University (NSU) are jointly organizing an interactive seminar titled “Multisectoral Approach to Build A Lead-Free Future” on October 23\, at the NSU auditorium. This initiative is financially supported by the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) of the French government under the project “Building Capacity to Reduce Childhood Lead Poisoning in Bangladesh”. \nThis seminar will bring together students\, public health and environmental academicians\, governments\, environmental activists\, NGOs\, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss the impact of lead on children and take unified actions for solution.  \nMd. Ziaul Haque\, Director of Air Quality Monitoring\, Department of Environment will be present as a Special Guest at the event. The seminar will be chaired by Dipak Kumar Mitra\, Professor and Dean\, School of Health and Life Sciences\, North South University. \nMembers and volunteers of NSU Earth Club\, and Public Health and Science Club are providing support to organize the event fruitfully by ensuring everyone’s participation and social media engagement.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/international-lead-poisoning-prevention-week-multisectoral-approach-to-build-a-lead-free-future/
LOCATION:North South University\, Plot # 15\, Dhaka 1229\, Bangladesh
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T163000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241018T123558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T124032Z
UID:29115-1729674000-1729701000@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:LEADCON 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Biochemistry\, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital New Delhi\, in collaboration with Indian Society for Lead Awareness and Research is organizing a one day conference ‘LEADCON 2024’ on 23rd October\, 2024. \nThis conference\, through talks and panel discussions\, aims to bring together on a common platform\, the stakeholders and policy makers dedicated to the prevention of lead toxicity. Our Pure Earth India Director of Advocacy and Comms Mr. Sandeep Dahiya will be speaking on the topic of “CURRENT MEASURES ADDRESSING LEAD EXPOSURE AND TOXICITY”. \nTo register send your request to – Dr Seema Bhargava\, Email – biochem.hod@sgrh.com
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/leadcon-2024/
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (SGRH)\, New Delhi\, Auditorium\, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (SGRH)\, New Delhi\, New Delhi\, 110060\, India
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Lima:20241022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Lima:20241022T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241023T234859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T235052Z
UID:29296-1729591200-1729594800@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Ask Me Any Question: with Allison Charalambous from Brilliant Earth
DESCRIPTION:Ask Me Any Question: with Allison Charalambous\, VP of Responsible Sourcing and Sustainability at Brilliant Earth. \nFor our October Session\, Allison Charalambous from Brilliant Earth will share her recent trip to Madre de Dios\, Peru where she visited the first 4 mines in the Amazon to become Fairmined Certified. Despite the well-publicized and studied obstacles in Madre de Dios\, unfortunately\, made famous for deforestation caused by mining and mercury use\, Abel 3\, Fátima\, El Príncipe Azul 1\, and Linda  2 of AMATAF achieved their Fairmined certification in 2023 with the help of a grant from Brilliant Earth to Pure Earth. \nBringing her deep experience in mine-to-market programs\, Cristina Villegas\, Director of Sustainable Jewelry at Pact\, will host a Q&A about Madre de Dios\, AMATAF\, the Fairmined Certification\, Brilliant Earth’s grant to Pure Earth\, and the Brilliant Earth Fairmined collection. \nMore info at info@fairmined.org. \nRegister to participate in the session on Tuesday\, October 22nd\, at 10:00 AM COT (GMT-5).
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/ask-me-any-question-with-allison-charalambous-from-brilliant-earth/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20240327T182955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T191734Z
UID:26796-1729533600-1729544400@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:Pure Earth's 25th Anniversary Benefit
DESCRIPTION:  \nMark your calendars for our 25th anniversary Benefit event on Monday\, October 21st at The Lighthouse at Pier 61 in New York City. \nAn informative\, meaningful and fun evening to support Pure Earth’s work to solve pollution in low- and middle-income countries. Meet Pure Earth global staff and hear from our inspirational honorees while enjoying an open bar and sit-down dinner. \nGet Tickets and Learn More
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/pure-earths-25th-anniversary-benefit/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse at Pier 61\, The Lighthouse Pier 61\, Chelsea Piers\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241020T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20241021T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T154728Z
UID:29252-1729411200-1729962000@www.pureearth.org
SUMMARY:International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Raising Awareness on Lead in Bangladesh through Rallies\, Human Chains\, and Discussion Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Raising Awareness on Lead through Rallies\, Human Chains\, and Discussion Sessions\nYouthNet Global and Pure Earth Bangladesh are jointly organizing rallies\, human chains\, and discussion sessions in 34 districts with support from UNICEF for International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2024. The areas include Dhaka\, Barishal\, Chattogram\, Khulna\, Rajshahi\, Rangpur\, Mymensingh\, Sylhet\, Bandarban\, Narayanganj and many others. \nThese events will be conducted in partnership with local authorities\, including the Department of Environment (DoE)\, UN agencies\, NGOs\, youth groups\, local leaders\, religious leaders\, social workers\, the local media (press clubs)\, community representatives\, and other stakeholders. \nObjectives:  \n\nRaise awareness among communities and local authorities about the impact of lead and potential solutions. Educate children\, students\, and parents on lead risks and encourage action.\nEmpower youth leaders\, local leaders\, religious leaders\, influencers\, and community members with knowledge about lead pollution to advocate for better health and environmental rights.\nEngage local government and the Department of Environment (DoE) to address unsafe battery recycling\, raise awareness of lead pollution laws\, and strengthen partnerships.\nEducate environmental and youth activists to advocate for lead pollution prevention on national and global platforms.\nElevate lead pollution to a national issue\, creating public demand and urging government action.\nPartner with local and national media to raise awareness and increase visibility.\nMaximize outreach by sharing event photos and messages on social media to engage a wider audience.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/international-lead-poisoning-prevention-week-raising-awareness-on-lead-in-bangladesh-through-rallies-human-chains-and-discussion-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Rally,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240906T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240906T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T053020
CREATED:20240903T111316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T111753Z
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SUMMARY:Research Roundtable on Lead Poisoning
DESCRIPTION:Pure Earth Bangladesh’s Country Director\, Dr. Mahfuzar Rahman will participate with a panel of experts in a virtual roundtable titled “Research Roundtable on Lead Poisoning”\, organized by the Advanced Study Institute of Asia (ASIA). The event will be held on September 6\, 2024\, from 11 AM to 1:30 PM Bangladesh Time. \nThe focus will be on discussing the challenges\, strategies for reducing lead exposure\, key interventions\, including community engagement\, education\, project activities\, and practical solutions to address lead poisoning and enhance public health. \nThe event aims to facilitate open dialogue and collaboration among experts in public health\, environmental science\, and policy-making\, providing a platform for sharing insights on the current landscape of lead poisoning in their respective countries\, discussing the effectiveness of existing initiatives\, identifying best practices\, and generating actionable strategies aimed at mitigating lead exposure\, which is crucial for protecting public health. \nModerator: \nMs. Shipra Agarwal\, Senior Analyst: Health Disparities and Meta Evidence\, Advanced Study Institute of Asia (ASIA) \nSpeakers: \n1. Siddika Sultana\, Executive Director\, Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO)\, Bangladesh \n2. Dr. Suneel Pandey\, Director\, Circular Economy\, and Waste Management\, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)\, India \n3. Ram Charitra Sah\, Executive Director\, Centre for Public Health\, and Environmental Development (CEPHED)\, Nepal \n4. Dr. Mahfuzar Rahman\, Country Director\, Pure Earth Bangladesh \n5. Jeiel Guarino\, Licensed chemist and Global Lead Paint Elimination Campaigner\, International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN)\, Philippines \n6. Mr. Rajaram Pote\, National Professional Officer\, WHO\, Nepal \n7. Abhishek Venkatesh\, Chief Operating Officer\, Foundation Quality of India
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/research-roundtable-on-lead-poisoning/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Latest Research: Consumer Products\, Lead Exposure\, and Prioritizing Solutions in the U.S. and Abroad
DESCRIPTION:Consumer products are an under-recognized source of lead exposure\, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Recent headlines in the United States have brought attention to lead poisoning linked to contaminated products such as applesauce\, baby food\, metal cookware and spices. This webinar will present three groundbreaking peer-reviewed papers exploring different aspects of lead in consumer products and lead exposure. \nExperts will discuss a new study\, A Snapshot of Lead in Consumer Products Across Four U.S. Jurisdictions\, soon to be published in Environmental Health Perspectives\, which highlights the need for additional surveillance and international interventions. Consumer Reports will share their latest findings of dangerous lead levels in foods in the U.S. Additionally\, the webinar will feature insights from a comprehensive study on lead concentrations in consumer products purchased from markets across 25 low- and middle-income countries\, and an expert evaluation of global mortality from chemical pollutants.  \nThe event will be moderated by Karen Mathiasen\, Project Director at the Center for Global Development. The presentations will be followed by a live audience Q&A with special guests and paper authors Dr. Katie Fellows of the Seattle & King County Hazardous Waste Management Program and Dr. Paromita Hore of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. \nSpeakers include:\nDr. Gordon Binkhorst\, Senior Technical Advisor\, Pure Earth\nDr. Jack Caravanos\, Clinical Professor of Environmental Public Health Sciences\, NYU School of Global Public Health\nDr. Adrienne S. Ettinger\, Adjunct Professor\, Rutgers School of Public Health\nDrew McCartor\, Executive Director\, Pure Earth\nLizeth Olaya\, Country Director\, Pure Earth Colombia\nKate Porterfield\, Programs Manager\, Research\, Pure Earth\nDr. James Rogers\, Director of Food Safety Research and Testing\, Consumer Reports \nWhen? Thursday\, July 25\, 2024. 12 pm – 1:30 pm ET \nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/latest-research-consumer-products-lead-exposure-and-prioritizing-solutions-in-the-us-and-abroad/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Pottery Knowledge Communities Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:English \nThis is an open invitation for potters in Puebla and other regions to come to the Pottery Knowledge Community Meet-Up\, a unique experience to learn and grow in the fascinating world of pottery. We have a program full of inspiring activities. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to be part of this special experience. Come to learn\, create\, and connect with other lead-free pottery enthusiasts. We warmly invite all lovers of this noble tradition! \nDon’t miss the Potters’ Gathering in Cohuecan\, Puebla. \nThanks to the Secretaría de Cultura Puebla and the Australian Embassy for making this event possible. \nSpanish \nEsta es una invitación abierta para los alfareros de Puebla y otras regiones a unirse al Encuentro Alfarero Comunidades de Conocimiento\, una experiencia única para aprender y desarrollarse en el fascinante mundo de la alfarería. Contamos con un programa lleno de actividades inspiradoras. \nNo dejes pasar la oportunidad de ser parte de esta experiencia especial. Ven a aprender\, crear y conectar con otros entusiastas de la alfarería sin plomo. ¡Extendemos una cordial invitación a todos los amantes de esta noble tradición! \nNo faltes al Encuentro de Alfareros en Cohuecan\, Puebla. \nGracias a la Secretaría de Cultura Puebla y a la Embajada de Australia por hacer posible este evento.
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/pottery-knowledge-communities-meet/
LOCATION:Cohueca\, Puebla\, Cohuecan\, Puebla\, 74520\, Mexico
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SUMMARY:More than Paint and Pipes: A conversation on the various sources of lead exposure and risks to child health and development
DESCRIPTION:Please join First Focus on Children\, Pure Earth\, and representatives from King County (Washington State) Hazardous Waste Management Program for a conversation on the dangers of lead exposure for children. While there has been recent progress in addressing lead exposure in our domestic infrastructure\, and increased attention on the need to fund efforts abroad\, more must be done to protect our children. \n\nThis webinar will demonstrate lead poisoning is an issue that impacts children worldwide\, draw the connections between global and domestic occurrences of lead exposure\, make the case that response efforts can be done at all levels of government\, and highlight the unique health impacts that occur for children. \nRegister Here \nSpeakers include: \n\nKathy Sacco\, Vice President\, International Children’s Policy \n\nDrew McCartor\, Executive Director\, Pure Earth \nDave Ward\, Policy and Planning Manager\, Hazardous Waste Management Program\, Seattle & King County \nMonica Ayers\, Policy Liaison\, Hazardous Waste Management Program\, Seattle & King County
URL:https://www.pureearth.org/event/more-than-paint-and-pipes-a-conversation-on-the-various-sources-of-lead-exposure-and-risks-to-child-health-and-development/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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