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From paper to practice: Grounding maternal, newborn and sexual reproductive health policy in local realities IDRC-supported research analyzes contextual factors shaping sexual and reproductive health outcomes to better inform policy choices. Sana Naffa
Tight budgets, high stakes: Why education financing matters more than ever As budgets tighten worldwide, education financing protects learning, strengthens systems and expands opportunity. Naser Faruqui
Three ways Canada can contribute to the global development of artificial intelligence Canada can drive inclusive, responsible AI by supporting local innovation, strong foundations, partnerships and evidence. Naser Faruqui