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‘We are the ones we have been waiting for’
Current narratives about how to practise philanthropy in the wake of crises are undermining both the effectiveness and the credibility of the sector in doing so. Time to flip those narratives In his opening remarks …
In Profile: Crisis and Resilience
Below are a number of platforms and forums, public as well as philanthropic, which have made disaster relief, prevention and study their business The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) brings together 15 leading UK aid charities, …
Before disaster strikes, harness the calm – How the philanthropic sector can prepare for crises
Too often, funders step in only after a crisis. We can do better. It is time to look for warning signs long before the emergency and to build a culture of preparedness Since the start …
Peer Dialogue: Putting equity in pole position
Don’t wait for disasters to happen – fund preparedness. And make sure equity is at the heart of what you do, otherwise the direct effects of the disaster will be compounded by inequalities. Above all, …
Empowering Afghans in the depth of a crisis
The crisis in Afghanistan needs a bigger international response – but it should build on local community structures With lapis-blue skies and crisp mountain air sweeping through its valleys and plains, winter is coming to …
Interview: Belinda Tanoto of the Tanoto Foundation
While Indonesia regularly tops the rankings for individual giving, private endowed foundations are comparatively rare. The Tanoto Foundation is one such. Belinda Tanoto, daughter of the founder and a member of the foundation’s Board of …
Preparing for the worst – Philanthropic responses to international disasters
To fully leverage the generosity of philanthropists across the US, an effective philanthropic response to international disasters depends on making long-term, meaningful commitments to build resilience in charities and communities worldwide Increasingly, individual donors, foundations …
The Nordic way
The prosperity and support of the Nordic welfare states leave its philanthropic foundations free to explore projects beyond the role of the public sector. Here’s how they’ve used that opportunity to advance on ESG It’s …
The ever-widening safety net – Tewa women’s fund
Since before the start of the millennium, Tewa women’s fund has been working among other things to offset the effects of repeated crises that have afflicted Nepal. In this work, relationships with its donors and …
Lessons from COP27: How to make a difference
Tackling the impact of climate change remains a key topic of discussion within asset managers, but research shows more needs to be done to put ambition into action The agenda at the 27th United Nations …