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We are delighted to share that our ongoing humanitarian work in Ghana has been featured in recent media coverage by two major outlets, GhanaWeb and Peacefmonline. The featured article, titled “USAID Funding Cuts Strain Ghanaian Health Sector as Local NGOs Adapt,” provides important context on the growing challenges within Ghana’
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Introduction: A Silent Crisis Unfolding in Ghana The intricate web of global health and development relies heavily on sustained international assistance. For decades, entities like the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have served as foundational pillars, supporting public health infrastructure, disease prevention, and the provision of basic human
At Give Basic Needs, the strength of our team lies in the passion and diversity of our people. Today, we’re excited to spotlight one of the vibrant individuals driving our mission forward: Elaina Colussi, our dynamic Program Assistant. Elaina brings an exceptional blend of creativity, digital savvy, and adaptability,
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https://youtu.be/m3PhmRP2xv0 We're thrilled to announce a significant step forward in our mission to reduce suffering and amplify happiness around the world through "small acts. big happy."! The official launch of our new website at https://givebasicneeds.org is here! This redesigned platform is
We’re excited to introduce someone who truly embodies our mission every single day — 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐢𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢, our passionate and inspiring 𝐂𝐄𝐎, who also actively serves as a 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭. Abbie has been remarkably industrious and deeply devoted to the mission of 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. She leads not only with vision but with action — working side by side with
We're excited to introduce Luke Colussi, one of the compassionate hearts behind our mission to make basic needs accessible for all. As a Program Assistant at Give Basic Needs, Luke brings a fresh perspective, dedication, and a drive to make a real difference in the world. A recent
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We’re excited to introduce Salam Mahamadu as our new Country Director of Operations and Support in Ghana; a familiar face stepping into a new chapter of leadership. Salam's journey with us has been nothing short of inspiring. Having served as a Programs Assistant, he played a vital
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We’re excited to welcome Benjamin Alagyira to Give Basic Needs as our new Multi-Platform Content & Engagement Manager! Benjamin is a professional teacher based in Ghana with a strong passion for education and a natural gift for storytelling. Beyond the classroom, he’s also a talented photographer and content
We are excited to welcome Meghan Callender as our new Marketing Brand Manager at Give Basic Needs! Meghan joins us with a strong foundation in business and communications, holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Grand Canyon University. With a professional background in finance and a passion for