Without good health, there can be no social change. Improving health is at the heart of AED's mission of improving lives. From malaria to HIV/AIDS to nutrition, AED helps communities, organizations and governments improve the health of people in the United States and around the world.
International
AED has been implementing global health programs for more than 30 years and is currently active in 37 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
Through policy dialogue, behavioral change strategies, partnerships with the commercial sector, and the building the capacity of local institutions and communities, AED promotes healthy lifestyles while addressing the problems of malnutrition and food security, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and infectious diseases.
IMPACT STORIES:
> Battling Malaria with Bed Nets and Business Expertise
> Ensuring Health for Families in the West Bank and Gaza
U.S.
AED uses innovative social marketing and behavior change communication programs, research and evaluation, and sound public health practice to help people adopt healthier lifestyles and address health problems. Areas of emphasis include obesity, teen pregnancy, nutrition and exercise, tobacco prevention, health disparities, prevention of HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases, and media and health literacy. AED works with the country's top public health organizations, local and state government agencies, and federal agencies.
IMPACT STORY:
> AED Aims to Make Youth Media-Smart About Food
