Helene D. Gayle: Bridging the Gap

Dr. Gayle's work is nothing short of impactful.

Continued Push - From 2001 to 2006, Dr. Gayle worked with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as a director of HIV, TB and Reproductive Health programs. Her work there helped broaden HIV/AIDS initiatives in countries such as Botswana and India and helped expand TB treatment throughout the planet. (Photo: Laurent Gillieron/EPA/Landov)
Made With CARE - In 2006, Dr. Gayle would continue her calling at another organization, becoming the President and CEO of CARE International. CARE is a humanitarian organization that specializes in combating poverty throughout the world and helping women in these nations. (Photo: PN2/ARB/WENN)
Empowerment - Though CARE services people from a variety of backgrounds, there has been a particular emphasis on empowering women in these burdened countries. In a 2013 interview with Huffington Post, Gayle stated that CARE has been responsible for launching "54,000 VSLAs (Village Savings and Loan Associations) in 21 African countries serving more than 1.9 million people (Photo: Paul Morigi/Getty Images)
Storied Legacy - Founded in 1945, CARE has operated in 87 countries, delivering programs that are instrumental in improving conditions for the poor and providing humanitarian relief.  (Photo: Will Ragozzino/Getty Images for Tribeca Film Festival)Keeping Busy - In addition to her position at CARE, she also serves on a variety of boards, including The Coca-Cola Company, the Rockefeller Foundation, the New America Foundation and more. In addition, she holds honorary degrees from various institutions of higher education. (Photo: Shaun Heasley /Landov)

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Made With CARE - In 2006, Dr. Gayle would continue her calling at another organization, becoming the President and CEO of CARE International. CARE is a humanitarian organization that specializes in combating poverty throughout the world and helping women in these nations. (Photo: PN2/ARB/WENN)

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