Mission:

To facilitate the development and implementation of solutions to the health, economic and social problems caused by malaria

Longstanding Goals:

established since 1992

To

assist

with the development and coordination of networks that enhance communications, maximize exchange of views and expertise among malaria scientists and health workers, and encourage cost-effective use of resources. To

educate

individuals and institutions about the enormity of the malaria problem worldwide, and help to secure financial assistance for malaria research and control programs.

To

support

the education and training of our next generation of malaria experts.

To

provide

a concerted voice for scientists in issues of public debate concerning malaria.

Embracing Humanity Worldwide Global Networking Against Malaria

Empowering People to Act

Objectives, 2006:

• Empower people to act • Create urgency & sustained momentum • Build network of volunteers & increased financial support • Inspire & support “Malaria Project Pioneers”

Current MFI – Supported “Malaria Project Pioneer” Initiatives

Hedge Funds vs. Malaria Student Leaders Against Malaria Dunk Malaria Drive Against Malaria Joy for Kids & Nickels for Nets Beyond the Game, Tackling Malaria Together See www.malaria.org

for further information on these & other projects

Targets:

• Global community • United States emphasis • School & University systems • Businesses • Hedge Fund community • Religious groups • Girls & Boys groups • Sports & entertainment • Media & politicians, etc…

Latest NEW Initiative First Annual

Malaria Awards Ceremony

(to honor malaria’s unsung heroes) to be held 18 May 2006

DATES: confirmed for most key events

• March 15-19: Dunk Malaria week – (March 7 • May 18: 1

st th – United Nations Press Conference)

• March 15: Madison Square Garden – Knicks vs. Hawks “Launch” • March 19: “Malaria Action Day” – Dunk Malaria Activities – Worldwide, awareness raising • March 22: Hedge Funds vs. Malaria – Washington State *

TBC

• March 24: Public Private Partnerships vs. Malaria - Tennessee • March 28: Health Disparities Forum, with malaria focus - Michigan Annual Malaria Awards Ceremony (MAC)- Atlanta • April 25th: SLAM Launch in Kenya *

date TBC

• May-June: SLAM Malariathons – Atlanta & Michigan • Dec 5: Hedge Funds vs. Malaria – Atlanta (2

nd annual)

• Dec 6-10: DAM Promotion Activities – Atlanta