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Lessons in repair
Many people experience crises as both victims and bringers of relief. Here is a personal testimony of that experience Where for many, anniversaries, graduations, elections, important birthdays, and family moments stand as markers of many …
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 …
Not a crisis, an opportunity – Migrants in Latin America
The social investment sector in Latin America should not only support the integration of migrants in host countries, it should weigh in on the debate about how they are seen Latin America has faced several …
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 …
According to need?
Aid to crisis-stricken countries should be determined on the basis of need, yet politics and media interest continue to drive inequities in responding to humanitarian crises Did you know that a famine is now unfolding …
The end of condescension: the central issues around decolonising philanthropy
Features editor Andrew Milner outlines some of the central issues that need addressing for ‘decolonising philanthropy’ to have real meaning The word ‘decolonisation’ was apparently first coined by German economist Moritz Julius Bonn in the …
Growing decolonisation
The McKnight Foundation is using farmer research networks to fundamentally alter the balance of power in agricultural research and practice At 13,000 feet above sea level, Bolivia’s windswept Altiplano region is a notoriously difficult place …
Decolonising Philanthropy: From conceptual apprehension to functional progress
Though the term is increasingly bandied around, what does ‘decolonising philanthropy’ mean and how does it work? Reading the term ‘decolonising philanthropy’ is likely to evoke mixed feelings. Some may feel energised or hopeful, while …
In Profile: Decolonising Philanthropy
Below is a snapshot of some of the organisations globally which are working to provide a practical context to decolonising philanthropy. Founded by Edgar Villanueva, author of Decolonizing Wealth: Indigenous wisdom to heal divides …
Peer Dialogue: Stepping into a new kind of power
Renowned author, philanthropy expert and principal of Decolonizing Wealth Project and Liberated Capital, Edgar Villanueva explains to guest editors Shonali Banerjee and Urvi Shriram* why truth, reconciliation and repair are key concepts in decolonising philanthropy …
