We envision a world in which all at-risk people are healthy and free of intestinal worms so they can develop to their full potential.
Our work focuses on three pillars:
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Country Support
We support and build the capacity of national STH programs to ensure effective and efficient delivery of interventions.
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Partnerships & Advocacy
We build consensus among a broad group of stakeholders and seek to minimize duplication of efforts in advancing STH interventions.
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Technical Leadership
We provide scientific leadership to advocate for evidence-based approaches for the control of intestinal worm infections.
Who We Are
Children Without Worms (CWW) is a program of the Task Force for Global Health, that aims to accomplish the vision of a world free of intestinal worms, so that communities may thrive and develop to their full potential. CWW works closely with the World Health Organization, pharmaceutical donors, non governmental organizations, national implementing partners, and private-public coalitions. CWW’s strategy transitioned from one of drug donation, to country engagement, partnerships and advocacy, and technical leadership.
Our Purpose
We believe that a world free of the morbidity from intestinal worms is possible. By building on existing knowledge, goodwill, and generosity, we are committed to build the capacity of global health programs to reach this goal. The primary tenets of our strategy are fueled by integrity, serving as a catalyst for collaboration and collective action to participate in the strengthening of national Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis (STH) national programs, and responsiveness and flexibility to the needs of the global STH program. “You cannot educate kids who are not healthy. Uneducated adults cannot stay healthy.”
We acknowledge the critical support of our core funding partners:
Recent News
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The Bangladesh STH (Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis) Summit 2022
Think Globally, Act Locally Incorporating Data into STH Program Decisions 19th – 20th June, 2022 Since 2008, through successful implementation of school-based deworming programs throughout Bangladesh, the worm infestation rate has … Read more The Bangladesh STH (Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis) Summit 2022
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Dr. Paul Emerson Appointed Director of Children Without Worms
Children Without Worms (CWW), a program of the Task Force for Global Health, are pleased to announce Dr. Paul Emerson, as incoming Director of Children Without Worms. Paul brings over … Read more Dr. Paul Emerson Appointed Director of Children Without Worms
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New! CWW systematic review of global soil-transmitted helminthiasis prevalence and intensity studies
CWW is pleased to share a systematic literature review1 titled, “Qualitative systematic literature review of global soil-transmitted helminthiasis prevalence and intensity studies.” The literature review was undertaken to assess the … Read more New! CWW systematic review of global soil-transmitted helminthiasis prevalence and intensity studies
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A new video showcases collaborative efforts to improve STH interventions in Bangladesh!
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We need equal focus on drug development, #HealthSystems and access to #HealthForAll.
Innovation & Access must go together, so we can use our resources better to #EndMalaria & #BeatNTDs. #KigaliSummit https://twitter.com/elimin8schisto/status/1539921078860263424
Continuing the afternoon at the #KigaliSummit, Session 3 looks at 'Innovation & New Tools', examining how rolling out & scaling up new innovations, tools, & approaches to fight #Malaria & #NTDs can help to accelerate elimination efforts. #BeatNTDs #EndMalaria #UnlockThePotential
1/3 Reflecting on the #KigaliSummit , Children Without Worms pledges to provide vital contributions as set out by the Kigali Declaration on #NTDs, and will continue to work to achieve targets set out by SDG3 and the 2030 WHO STH Targets #beatNTDs
We are proud to share the success of the Bangladesh #STHSummit 2022, that took place 19-20 June, and the Summit Declaration made with strategic action steps we will take to #beatNTDs. Thank you to the Govt. of Bangladesh for hosting @WHO, @JNJGlobalHealth, @HelenKellerIntl, @TFGH
