IDA Foundation

20/11/2023

In our ever-connected world, the role of supply chains has never been more crucial. Yet, their environmental impact cannot be ignored. That's why IDA Foundation is pioneering innovative trials with CocoPallet, a startup offering .
Why pallets? Pallets are an important, yet often overlooked component of the supply chain and logistics process.

🌱 Traditional wooden pallets are single-use, contributing to deforestation and waste. Instead, CocoPallet uses discarded coconut husks, creating 100% biodegradable pallets and reducing CO2 emissions.
🌎 IDA Foundation and Cocopallet’s mutual goal? To revolutionise global (health) supply chains while championing environmental sustainability.
🌐 Read more about our exciting trials, paving a journey towards a greener, more efficient future in global supply chains. 🚢🌿
https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/pioneering-circular-pallets-for-global-health

01/11/2023

IDA Foundation is pleased to announce the formal appointment of Dr. Erica A. Bakkum and Aysun Akik to its .

Dr. Erica Bakkum is currently Permanent Board Member of the Dutch Safety Board as well as holding multiple health-related supervisory positions, including Supervisory Board member for the Erasmus MC in Rotterdam. Her extensive background in (inter)national hospitals and health-related organisations means she brings a wealth of medical experience to this new role, uniquely positioning her to provide guidance as IDA continues its mission to bridge the gap in access to medicines. Dr. Bakkum will officially assume her role on the Supervisory Board in November 2023.

Aysun Akik, currently working as Vice President for Global Key Accounts and New Business Development for Shell Lubricants Solutions, holds a deep understanding of global supply chain management. Her appointment will play a pivotal role in optimising IDA's operations and enhancing the efficiency of our supply chain processes. Aysun Akik will officially join the board in April 2024.

Dr. Erica Bakkum and Aysun Akik will join current members Stijn van Els and Kees Romme on the Supervisory Board, and succeed our outgoing members, Catherine Hodgkin and Mieke Damen. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Catherine and Mieke for their dedicated service and invaluable insights over the past ten years. Their contributions have been instrumental in shaping IDA Foundation's trajectory and impact. We wish them every success in their future endeavours.

The addition of Dr. Erica Bakkum and Aysun Akik to our Supervisory Board brings fresh perspectives and expertise that will undoubtedly support our mission and vision for the future. IDA Foundation remains committed to its mission, and we are confident that these new appointments will further strengthen our position in the industry.

11/10/2023

Today, on International Day of the , we celebrate the incredible potential, strength, and resilience of girls worldwide. It's also a day to draw attention to the challenges they face, including the often-overlooked issue of lack of access to safe . At IDA, we care about the wellbeing of (adolescent) girls and young women, and we want to make sure they have access to the products they need to safely and comfortably attend school and work. Read more in our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/empowering-girls

03/10/2023

On this we’re highlighting the importance of , , and (DEI). IDA Foundation recognises that fostering DEI is paramount in becoming the employer of choice we aspire to be. By embracing DEI, we not only create a more welcoming and respectful work environment but also create opportunity for innovative ideas and perspectives to accelerate our mission. Our leadership has set targets focused on People, related to gender equality, DEI and employee health and wellbeing. Read the full statement on our website: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/who-we-are/our-people

28/09/2023

Last week, our partner Vestergaard was part of the 78th UN General Assembly in New York, where they celebrated the production of their 1 billionth mosquito net during an evening reception. Our colleague Mattu Bockarie-Davis was invited to this event on behalf of IDA Foundation, as we are one of the world’s largest suppliers of their mosquito nets to low- and middle-income countries. Mattu is thankful for this opportunity, where she got to network with many different stakeholders, sharing IDA’s efforts and learning about new approaches and about global impact when it comes to and the eradication of . At IDA we are happy to be part of this important aid, and we remain dedicated to making and do what we can to globally.

Read more about our previous impact in this blog post on our website:

As global supplier of essential malaria products, and as procurement agent for the Global Fund’s PPM Vector Control programme, IDA is part of a global ecosystem dedicated to help achieve a malaria-free world. Together with other partners we ensure access to essential products in the fight against ...

25/09/2023

This , we raise the flag at IDA Foundation headquarters in Amsterdam.

IDA Foundation has been a dedicated participant of UN Global Compact since 2018, and the SDGs play an important role in our strategy. Of course, SDG 3: Good health and well-being is central to our mission of in access to medicines and medical supplies.

But also SDG 5 (Gender equality), SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth), SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the goals) give direction to IDA's work.

Over the past years, we made a lot of progress in relation to our pillars of People, Purpose and Planet: With our certification, we show continuous improvement in our Environmental Management System and are setting clear goals in relation to our supplier base, and in the reduction of CO2 emissions towards the . But, there is much left to be done in the coming 7 years to reach the 2030 goals. Together with our partners we strive for , and . Read more on: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/sustainability

SDG Nederland

20/09/2023

🌍 Did you know that our digital actions have a massive environmental impact?

And that 281 billion emails sent globally each year contribute to a staggering 900 million tons of CO2 emissions?

🌱It's time to make a change!
This past week, we introduced the Digital Clean-up Challenge.
Discover how we aim to make a difference and reduce our own digital footprint by reading our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/digital-cleanup

Let's go green, both online and offline! Will you join us in our effort? Share your tips and insights in the comments. 🌿

22/08/2023

Last Sunday, August 20, was . For this occasion our teams in Amsterdam and Mumbai gathered to celebrate our and to discuss future approaches to eradicate globally. Since 2020 IDA Foundation has distributed over 430 million Insecticide Treated bed Nets (ITNs) to 46 different countries, making us one of the largest global suppliers of ITNs. For more information on IDA's impact read our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/our-contribution-to-vector-control

17/08/2023

Coming Saturday is - a day to honour and support the frontline aid workers that risk their lives to others that need it most. The thousands of volunteers, health professionals and crisis-affected people who deliver urgent , shelter, food, protection, water and much more, are indispensable to the achievement of our mission of in access to medicines, especially in times of crisis and during : https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/ida-honours-world-humanitarian-day

On World Humanitarian Day awareness is raised for those people helping others around the globe. For example by supporting refugees who are fleeing from political conflict or by reaching out to victims of natural disasters. Humanitarian aid workers provide life-saving assistance to suffering people a...

09/08/2023

Did you know IDA has been active for over 50 years? And that many of our customers have been ordering from us for more than 20 years (and some even longer!)? IDA Foundation has been in since 1972 and we have been able to help billions of people by providing medication and medical supplies. Read more about our and our customers in our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/how-to-become-an-ida-customer

And register as an IDA customer on our homepage!

01/08/2023

Today marks the beginning of ! is linked to all 17 of the United Nations , especially when it comes to poverty reduction, and . At IDA we emphasise the importance and of breastfeeding, and we acknowledge the lack of to in low- and middle-income countries. Last year, we added some nursing supplies to our portfolio. Read more in our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/ensuring-access-to-breastfeeding-supplies

28/07/2023

Today is . still kills over a million people every year, and many who have it are unaware of their status. This is why access to diagnosis and effective treatment are essential. IDA Foundation joins partners today to say and . By supplying diagnostic tests for and different and medical supplies used to treat patients suffering from severe hepatitis, we support access to medication and early diagnosis so that no one is left behind. Read more about IDA’s approach to hepatitis in our latest blog: https://www.idafoundation.org/en/blog/post/shaping-our-portfolio-to-address-health-needs-related-to-hepatitis

Today is World Hepatitis Day. On this day we raise awareness of the impact and long-term effects of viral hepatitis. Besides causing acute inflammation and illness, chronic hepatitis infection increases the risk of developing liver cancer.