It is built on the belief that the only way we can address the scale of the challenges facing the world today is by revolutionizing the way businesses, government and the social sector work together—driving business as a force for good | When Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, Richard Branson organized to fly 40,000 blankets to refugees fleeing into Jordan |
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He single-handedly had to fight with Government ministers to make sure the supplies got to those who needed them |
These include the Carbon War Room and The Elders, as well as a number of others.
17In 2007, Branson formed — a small, dedicated group of leaders, working objectively and without any vested personal interest to solve difficult global conflicts — with , , , , and | Branson and Virgin Unite also support a number of initiatives that lead to economic empowerment and healthy communities |
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These initiatives range from creating sustainable healthcare models in Africa, like the Bhubezi Community Health Center and the Rural Transport Network, to supporting young entrepreneurs through the Branson School of Entrepreneurship in South Africa and Jamaica, to creating opportunities for disadvantaged young people in the US and the UK | Sir Richard Branson is Founder and Chairman of the Virgin Group |
Richard is Patron of the.
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