Update: As of July 2010, we have spoken with Deworm the World by phone (see transcript in sources section below), and are in the process of updating this page.
We investigated Deworm the World because it appears to focus on deworming, a program that appears both proven and cost-effective. In addition, Deworm the World is recommended by Michael Kremer,1 a researcher whose work we've found generally useful, particularly in the area of developing-world schooling.
We weren't able to reach Deworm the World and therefore still have questions about its past and future projects as well as its financials (none of which were available on its website as of as of July 7, 2009).
We recommend that interested donors contact this organization directly to seek more information.
Sources
- Deworm the World. Breakdown of activities (July 2010).
- Deworm the World. Homepage. http://www.dewormtheworld.org/ (accessed April 21, 2010). Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5p9qHFslv.
- Fishbane, Alissa. Deworm the World Deputy Director. Phone conversation with GiveWell (DOC), June 17, 2010.
- Mankiw, Greg. Advice for the generous (accessed April 16, 2010). Greg Mankiw's Blog, December 21, 2008. Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5p9qiRi1s.
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Mankiw 2008.