Mission
The White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood is a grassroots movement that builds alliances, strengthens capacity, influences policies, harnesses resources and inspires action to save the lives of women and newborns around the world.
Programs
Our coalition is 118 countries strong, full of men and women who are committed to our cause. But we need you to be even stronger. Click here to learn more about what we're doing and how you can play your part.
History
The white ribbon is dedicated to the memory of all women who have died in pregnancy and childbirth. In some cultures, white symbolizes mourning and in others it symbolizes hope and life. The white ribbon represents this dual meaning globally. The White Ribbon Alliance not only works to sustain life and hope for all women, but also mourns and honors those women who did not survive pregnancy or childbirth.
Since its launch in 1999, the White Ribbon Alliance has been a leader among those holding governments and institutions to account for the tragedy of maternal mortality. With members in 118 countries and National Alliances established in 13 - Burkina Faso, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malawi, Nepal, Pakistan, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Yemen and Zambia - WRA is amplifying the voices of people suffering from the greatest burden of morbidity and mortality of complications due to pregnancy and childbirth.
About
- Website
- www.whiteribbonalliance.org
- Location
- 1 Thomas Cir Nw Ste 200
Washington, DC 20005 - Basic Info
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Founded: 2006
EIN: 20-2029170
Tax Status: 501(c)(3)
Annual Budget: $1,797,434 
