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Sushma Raman

News Sushma Raman 1 March 2006

International Initiative to Strengthen Philanthropy – an update

Launched in 2005 by the Ford Foundation, the International Initiative to Strengthen Philanthropy (IISP)[1] brings together more established ‘general purpose’ foundations and newer and emerging social justice funds from around the world in an effort …

Editorial Sushma Raman 1 September 2003 For Subscribers

Editorial – What is social justice philanthropy?

This issue of Alliance looks at social justice philanthropy: what it is, how it is distinct from other forms of philanthropy, who supports it, and what it looks like in different country contexts. While there …

Special feature Sushma Raman 1 September 2003

Social justice philanthropy in South Asia

While South Asia has a rich tradition of philanthropy, it is mostly directed to charitable and religious causes. South Asia also has vibrant and diverse civil societies. Social justice philanthropy is perhaps better looked at …