Malaria Profile

In 2006, Deutsche Post World Net expanded its existing strategic partnership with the United Nations by announcing a new partnership with UNICEF to reduce child mortality worldwide. As a first step, DHL helped distribute approximately 3.5 million insecticide-treated bed nets to children under five in Kenya. Deutsche Post World Net also supports UNICEF's mission in Kenya with additional in-kind and financial contributions. For example, DHL is undertaking an in-depth analysis of UNICEF's medical logistics processes in the Kwale region of Kenya. Deutsche Post World Net employees will also support UNICEF's efforts in Kenya with both individual donations and group fundraising events. Monies raised will be used to purchase additional malaria bed nets for children, as well as to fund health and education projects. Additionally, employee volunteers will support UNICEF Kenya on-site in selected health and education campaigns in the Kwale region. Deutsche Post World Net's partnership with UNICEF will be extended to other countries on a step-by-step basis building on the experience gained in Kenya.