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Philanthropy, Diversity & Inclusion

Release Date: 11/12/2019

Next Gen Philanthropy, with Sharna Goldseker & Michael Moody

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Sharna Goldseker and Michael Moody about their book Generation Impact: How Next Gen Donors are Revolutionizing Giving, which is now available in an updated and expanded 2nd edition

Philanthropy, Domestic Violence & Partnering with the Public Sector, with Stelio Stefanou

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Stelio Stefanou OBE, philanthropist and Founder of the For Baby’s Sake Trust (FBST) - a charity which focuses on working with parents to address the impact of domestic violence on the early years development of children.

Modern Grantmaking, with Gemma Bull & Tom Steinberg

Giving Thought

In this episode Rhod sat down with Gemma Bull and Tom Steinberg, authors of new book "Modern Grantmaking: A Guide for Funders Who Believe Better is Possible"

Philanthropy, Racial Justice & Funding Grassroots Organizing, with Lori Bezahler

Giving Thought

In this episode we're joined by Lori Bezhaler, President of the Edward W. Hazen Foundation, to discuss the role of philanthropy in supporting racial justice and funding grassroots organizing or social movements.

Poverty, Participation & The Pandemic, with Jo Kerr & Sonya Ruparel

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Jo Kerr and Sonya Ruparel, from UK charity Turn2Us, about poverty, participation and the impact of the pandemic.

Participatory grantmaking, with Meg Massey & Hannah Paterson

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk participatory approaches in philanthropy and social investment, with Meg Massey, co-author of “Letting Go: How Philanthropists and Impact Investors Can Do More Good by Giving Up Control” and Hannah Paterson, Senior Portfolio Manager at the National Lottery Community Fund.

Silicon Valley, Billionaires & Philanthropy, with Teddy Schleifer

Giving Thought

On this episode we talk to Teddy Schleifer, Senior Reporter, Money & Influence at Recode (part of the Vox Media group), about billionaires, Silicon Valley and philanthropy.

Philanthropy in Brazil during the pandemic, with Denis Mizne

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Denis Mizne, CEO of Lemann Foundation - Brazil’s largest educational funder – about philanthropy in Brazil during the Covid-19 pandemic and the Lemann Foundation’s pivot to supporting vaccine trials in the country

Why Civil Society Matters More Than Ever, with Andy Haldane (and Neil Heslop)

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Andy Haldane, Chief Economist of the Bank of England about his long-standing interest in civil society, why he thinks it is so important yet undervalued, and what sort of challenges and opportunities the coming years may bring. We also have some analysis and additional insight from CAF CEO Neil Heslop.

Technology, Philanthropy & Civil Society, with Nanjira Sambuli

Giving Thought

In this episode we talk to Nanjira Sambuli about technology, philanthropy and civil society. Nanjira is a researcher, policy analyst and advocacy strategist based in Nairobi, Kenya and we had a fascinating and wide-ranging discussion about the intersection of tech and civil society.

More Episodes

In episode 60 we look at the relationship between philanthropy, diveristy and inclusion, and in particular at what we can learn from the historic role that philathropy has played in campaigns for social change about some of its strengths and weaknesses when it comes to driving greater diversity and inclusion. Including:

Overcoming the ‘tyranny of the majority’: philanthropy and civil society plurality as a means of giving voice to minorities
Is philanthropy particularly good at accepting the political and reputational risks required to support unpopular or marginalised causes and bring them into the mainstream?
Does philanthropy have a longer-term time horizon than the public or private sector, and does this make it better at sticking with issues?
Does the fact that philanthropy is not accoutable to voters or shareholders make it able to take the risks necessary to drive social change?
Why should we be alarmed about suggestions that philatropy should be measured against public opinion?
Can appreciating the historic campaigning role of philanthroypy and civil society help us to counter current political anitpathy and the worrying “closing space for civil society” around the world?
Why is the process of philanthropy important, as well as the outcomes it produces? Can it teack people vital civic skills, or create greater social cohesion?
Is philanthropy too paternalistic, and too often about decisions being made about marginalise communities rather than by them?
Can philanthropy obscure the need for more radical reform?
Why is the disctinction between charity and justice so important?
Can philanthropy lead to ‘hyper-pluralism’, where vast range of smaller idenitiy groups emerge and end up obscuring the bigger picture of an issue?
The history of the anti –slavery movement: long-termism and creating a borad base of support
The fight for civil rights: how did philanthropists go against the status quo, and how do institutions interact with movements?
Women’s rights: what role did philathropy play in paving the way for universal suffrage, and did it also work against women’s fight for the vote?
LGBTQ+ rights: the battle between pragmatism vs idealism, and does mainstream funding bring legitimacy as well as financial support?
Disability Rights: “nothing about us without us” and the importance of giving marginalised communities power to claim their rights, rather than relying on charity.