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Philanthropy helps aviation decarbonisation goals advance – but more is needed
The aviation sector contributes five per cent of total global greenhouse gases. With demand for air travel expected to triple by 2050, decarbonisation of aviation is a critical climate objective – yet there has never …
$200m for Asian philanthropy alliance
Singapore’s Temasek Trust has launched the Philanthropy Asia Alliance, a not-for-profit initiative aiming to catalyse collective action for a better world and prime Asia as a force for the greater good. The new organisation is …
We support unions and it’s transformative: Laudes Foundation’s perspective
How refreshing it was to read Keiran Goddard’s piece in Alliance last month, encouraging philanthropies to work with, and provide financial support to, democratically elected unions. I couldn’t agree more. Laudes Foundation has a long …
The UK’s mini-budget is mixed news for philanthropy
Philanthropy is often seen as a private thing, separate from business interests, markets and fiscal policy, but of course, it is deeply intertwined. So, what does the Chancellor’s mini-budget mean for your charitable giving, and …
Integrating evidence and experience
How a new approach to monitoring and evaluation can make sense of complex projects Building the foundation for results, sense-making and learning ‘Demonstrating real world impact can be an elusive holy grail for most NGO …
Impact investment networks partner to protect Amazon rainforest
In Latin America, three impact networks representing thousands of investors have announced a new partnership to mobilise financial resources for a vibrant Amazon rainforest bioeconomy. IMPAQTO, Latimpacto, and the Amazon Investor Coalition have together launched …
Advancing philanthropy by advancing knowledge
Indiana’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy has launched a professional doctorate in philanthropic leadership – the first degree of its kind. Most people interested in philanthropy are ‘doers,’ seeking to make a meaningful social contribution. …
Clean air: a game-changing solution still hidden in plain sight
It can feel cliched to talk about win-win solutions these days, but air pollution genuinely merits the label. It stands out for the breadth of problems it contributes to and could help solve with fresh thinking …
Now is the right time to listen.
I didn’t anticipate that this would be my main takeaway from the Philanthropy Australia National Conference. I came into Conference – standing on the hard work and vision of my colleagues – with a confidence …
Exploring power and risk at the Philanthropy Australia Conference
It was great to be back in-person with the philanthropic sector for the Philanthropy Australia conference. Convenings like the Philanthropy Australia national conference are incredibly important for sharing learnings and building relationships, but effort needs …