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Australia indigenous referendum: First Nations philanthropy “strengthened” despite failure to secure rights
The philanthropic efforts of those who helped campaigns for greater indigenous rights in Australia say they remain committed and strengthened by the cause, despite Australia voting overwhelmingly against First Nations people greater political rights in …
Green and social bonds could be key to meeting SDGs
Issuing new green, social and sustainability bonds in emerging markets could be crucial to meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This is the claim of a new report by the Global Steering Group for …
Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum 2023
From 11-12 September, global philanthropists and thought leaders gathered in Hong Kong to debate solutions to global inequity and pathways to a more sustainable future for all. Philanthropy, with its proven ability to catalyse change …
Non-profits need to do a better job of nurturing talent
The India Philanthropy Report 2023, co-authored by Dasra and Bain & Company, shows that 41 percent of funders aim to support capacity building and talent development of non-profits. Through different initiatives, partners, and experts – the …
Shaping the future of philanthropy: Insights from next-gen philanthropists
The largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history is just beginning. Amounting to nearly US$40 trillion in wealth, it creates an opportunity for the next generation of donors to be more significant than ever. That prompted …
Interview with Naveen Rao, Senior Vice President, Health Initiative, The Rockefeller Foundation
The Rockefeller Foundation has a long history supporting the establishment of modern public health systems in Asia. Hence the presence of Naveen Rao, Senior Vice President of the foundation’s Health Initiative, at the Philanthropy for …
Interview: Dr Gabriel Leung, Executive Director, Charities and Community of The Hong Kong Jockey Club
The third Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum (PBC Forum), convened by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, took place at the West Kowloon Cultural District in Hong Kong from 11-12 September, 2023. The two-day …
Empowering marginalised communities: Navigating the layers of invisibility
The panel discussion ‘Serving the underserved’, as part of the third Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum, brought together a diverse group of experts from around the world. The session, moderated by Bernard Charnwut Chan, Chairperson …
IKEA Foundation grants $20 million in Global South energy transition initiative
The IKEA Foundation, philanthropic arm to the Swedish homeware giant, has launched a new philanthropic initiative alongside the ClimateWorks Foundation, in a bid to support communities in the Global South impacted by energy transitions from …
Over a billion Singaporean dollars pledged by newly launched Philanthropy Asia Alliance
Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA), a new organisation launched to tackle environmental and social challenges, has pledged more than $1 billion Singaporean dollars (US $777 million). The Temasek Trust, based in Singapore, announced the launch at …
