Ever seen a human-sized vector?
On Tuesday night, ONE staff joined a gigantic malaria vector to enjoy a “mosquito mojito” and to support United Against Malaria in kicking malaria out of Africa.
United Against Malaria is a partnership of NGOs, footballers, governments, corporations, foundations, and individuals who are joining forces to fight malaria in the lead-up to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. UAM’s goal is to build support for the 2010 target of universal access to mosquito nets and malaria medicine in Africa. Clyde Simms, a soccer player from DC United, was there to sign the United Against Malaria soccer ball to show his commitment and unite with individuals across the world who share the goal of reducing deaths from malaria to near zero by 2015. Participants could also donate $10 to distribute a life-saving bed net to someone who needs it.
ONE is very proud to be a founding partner of United Against Malaria. You can support United Against Malaria and its partners and sign the “virtual soccer ball” to unite against malaria at www.uniteagainstmalaria.org!
-Leah Moriarty
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