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Alabaster International joins global leaders as 2024 CGI Commitment-Maker
LOS ANGELES (Friday, September 13, 2024) – Alabaster International, a pioneering non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the health and wellness of Indigenous women in East Africa, proudly announces a Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2024 Annual Meeting. This prestigious partnership underscores the promise and potential of Alabaster’s transformative work in East Africa and aligns with one of the world’s most influential organizations committed to making a difference.
"We are honored to make a Commitment to Action with the Clinton Global Initiative,” said Shannon Fernando-Rubera, Founder and CEO of Alabaster International. “This selection speaks to the belief in our mission, the promise of our innovative approach, and the potential for profound impact. The CGI’s recognition is a testament to the incredible work being done in East Africa and the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. Together, we aim not just for incremental changes, but for a transformative shift that uplifts entire communities. We are thrilled to collaborate with CGI, an organization renowned for its impactful initiatives and global reach.”
As a CGI Commitment Maker, Alabaster International will participate in the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2024 Annual Meeting. This event brings together global leaders to create and implement innovative solutions to the world's most pressing challenges. With over 4,000 commitments launched since 2005, CGI partners have made a substantial impact on millions of lives worldwide.
About the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI)
Founded by President Bill Clinton in 2005, the Clinton Global Initiative is a community of doers representing a broad cross section of society and dedicated to the idea that we can accomplish more together than we can apart. Through CGI’s unique model, more than 10,000 organizations have launched more than 4,000 Commitments to Action — new, specific, and measurable projects and programs – that are making a difference in the lives of more than 500 million people in 180 countries.
Through this partnership, Alabaster International will leverage CGI’s vast network and resources to expand its impact in East Africa. CGI’s commitment to addressing climate change and supporting sustainable development resonates deeply with Alabaster’s initiatives, particularly in promoting the cultivation of Enset, a drought-tolerant crop that enhances food security and environmental sustainability.
By collaborating with CGI, Alabaster aims to drive significant advancements in health and wellness for Indigenous women, ensuring resilient and thriving communities across the region.
For more information about Alabaster International, please visit www.alabasterinternational.org.
About Alabaster International
Alabaster International is committed to fostering the health and wellness of indigenous women in East Africa. Through comprehensive healthcare delivery, women-focused entrepreneurship programs and food security initiatives, Alabaster International transforms lives and empowers communities. The organization works closely with local partners to ensure culturally sensitive and impactful interventions, championing resilience, dignity, equity, and sustainability. Founded by board-certified family nurse practitioner Shannon Fernando-Rubera, Alabaster International aims to build a world where every woman has the resources and support to thrive.