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Nigeria

The Carter Center and Nigeria's Ministry of Health to control widespread parasitic diseases such as Guinea worm, lymphatic filariasis, schistosomiasis, river blindness, and trachoma.

The Carter Center has established four more health programs in the nation. The trust built during these operations led the government of Nigeria to later invite The Carter Center to also assist with democratic development.

Carter Center

Carter Center is committed to advancing human rights and alleviating unnecessary human suffering. Join us in creating a world in which every man, woman, and child has the opportunity to enjoy good health and live in peace.

A not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization, the Center's work is supported by donations from individuals, foundations, corporations, and countries.

Mission

The Carter Center, in partnership with Emory University, is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. While the program agenda may change, The Carter Center is guided by five principles:

- The Center emphasizes action and results. Based on careful research and analysis, it is prepared to take timely action on important and pressing issues.

- The Center does not duplicate the effective efforts of others.

- The Center addresses difficult problems and recognizes the possibility of failure as an acceptable risk.

- The Center is nonpartisan and acts as a neutral in dispute resolution activities.

- The Center believes that people can improve their lives when provided with the necessary skills, knowledge, and access to resources.