A partnership between Pure Earth and the Ministries of Health in Colombia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Maharashtra, India, and Peru to strengthen each country’s national healthcare system to prevent, identify, and treat lead poisoning.
About the Project
Today, 1 in 3 children – 800 million – have enough lead in their blood to cause permanent neurological, cognitive, and physical harm.
An estimated 292 million lead-poisoned children live in Colombia, India, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Maharashtra (India), and Peru.
Over the next 5 years, the ministries of health in these 5 countries and states will design and implement new national programs to identify, monitor and reduce lead exposure. By enhancing clinical education and guidelines, strengthening health surveillance technology, and educating teachers and parents on the dangers of lead, countries will be able to better protect children and future generations from lead poisoning.
At a Glance
Countries: Colombia, India (Maharashtra), Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, and Peru
Funder: Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (“Takeda”)
Partner(s): Vital Strategies
Duration: 2022–2027
Project Cost: $7.1+ million*
*Committed total is JPY 1 billion. Financial information relating to the donation has been converted from Japanese Yen (JPY) to USD using the exchange rate as of September 2, 2022.
Featured Videos
Global Updates on the Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Lead Exposure Project
Information, Education, and Communication Materials
For the Strengthening Health Systems to Reduce Lead Exposure project, government ministries and other project partners created tailored outreach and education materials to raise awareness about lead poisoning. These resources are adapted and translated to suit local contexts, ensuring their relevance and effectiveness in the project’s implementation.
For Parents & Families
Protect Your Child from Lead Poisoning
Parents & Families | English | Global | 2-pager
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Lead and Your Job: Prevent Lead Exposure for You and Your Family’s Health
Parents & Families | English | India – Maharashtra | 2-pager
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Коргошун ден соолукка кооптуу! (Lead Is Dangerous to Health!)
Parents & Families | Кыргызча (Kyrgyz) | Kyrgyzstan
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Poster [View / Download ↗]
Roll-up [View / Download ↗]
Awas Paparan Timbal! (Beware of Lead Exposure!)
Parents & Families | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | Poster
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Cuci Tangan Sebelum Makan! (Wash Your Hands Before Eating!)
Parents & Families | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | Poster
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Waspada Timbal! (Beware of Lead!) Hand Fan
Practical Lead-Prevention Tips for Families | Parents & Families | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | Hand Fan
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Apa Itu Timbal? (What is Lead?)
General Lead Poisoning Information | Parents & Families | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | Flipchart
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For Health Workers
Strong Community Health Workers, Keep Lead Away!
Blood Lead Surveillance Training Manual | Community Health Volunteers | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | PDF (2025 Edition)
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General Lead Poisoning Information
Bahaya Timbal (The Danger of Lead)
Parents & Families, Policymakers, and Educators | Bahasa Indonesia | Indonesia | Fact Sheet/2-pager
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Social Media Outreach Graphics
Did You Know: Lead Exposure Facts
General Public | India – Maharashtra | Graphic Set
Available languages:
मराठी (Marathi) [View ↗]
English [View ↗]