CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. They place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty. Women are at the heart of CARE's community-based efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity and protect natural resources. CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives. An additional part of CARE’s mission is to deliver relief and aid to communities that have been damaged by natural disasters and/or war. Finally, CARE views it as their responsibility to work with all levels of the government to influence policy decisions in order to improve the lives of women living in poverty. Sheila Johnson is a global Ambassador for CARE.

For more information about CARE, visit our Web site www.care.org