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Project Manager, #NowEurope, Education and Next Generation program, Bertelsmann Stiftung

Opinions - 3 June 2024

What if every young person in Europe votes?

More than 41 million young Europeans will be allowed to vote for the first time in the upcoming European Elections between 6-9 June, with two million under-18 year olds in Germany alone. While we all wonder what they will vote for, it is equally important to ask: will they vote at all?

Chief Executive Officer, Genio

Opinions - 29 May 2024

Creating movement: Partnerships with the EU to drive environmental reforms and innovations

The EU and national governments often struggle to implement significant reforms. So what are the opportunities for philanthropy?

Director, European Cultural Foundation

Opinions - 24 May 2024

How to make a philanthropic effort proportionate to the challenges of our time

On 9 May 1950, Robert Schuman published the Schuman Declaration, which was to change Europe’s destiny. It stated that “World peace cannot be safeguarded without the making of creative efforts…

Director, Citizen Outreach and Engagement, Debating Europe

Opinions - 15 May 2024

Restoring trust and hope in Europe’s future

Rebuilding trust and re-engaging citizens requires a fundamental shift – a renewal of the social contract that places citizens’ hopes, fears, and ideas at the heart of shaping a Europe that works for all.

Kathrin Dombrowski

Climate Lead, European Community Foundation Initiative

Francesca Mereta

Peer-learning expert, European Community Foundation Initiative

Opinions - 8 May 2024

Community Foundations: The hidden champions of philanthropic climate action

From country-wide endeavours to grassroots efforts, community foundations exemplify a holistic approach to addressing climate change.

Lourdes Márquez de la Calleja

Director of Alliances and International Relations, Fundación ONCE

Opinions - 7 May 2024

Equal in the right to vote

When it comes to guaranteeing equal rights and opportunities to all members of society, there is a lot of work to be done, and even more so when we talk about the most vulnerable groups, such as people with disabilities. The philanthropy sector can and should use its resources, including its networks, experience and knowledge to support this equality.

Director, Institute for Voluntary Action for Research (IVAR)

Opinions - 2 May 2024

Exploring the holy grail that is unrestricted funding

In January 2024, I read Philea’s blog: Why funders engage with unrestricted funding and cost recovery (and why they don’t). Its content mirrored much of what we hear at…

Delphine Moralis

Chief Executive Officer, Philea

Vice President, Membership Development & Finance, Council on Foundations

Opinions - 10 April 2024

From resolve to rebuild: The role of philanthropy in the war in Ukraine

Even in an era defined by myriad global challenges and conflicts, the war in Ukraine stands out as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle between democratic principles and authoritarian might. The response of the global philanthropic sector reveals an urgent need for a more sustained and adaptable approach.

Regional Director, Europe, Porticus

Opinions - 9 April 2024

What is enabling futures philanthropy? A plea to embrace protopia

Enabling philanthropy for the future means at least two things: building courageously on philanthropy’s strengths vis-á-vis other societal forces, and putting it to an honest test against the best possible version of itself.

Journalism Expert, Media and Journalism Research Center, and Journalism Funders Forum newsletter editor

Opinions - 8 April 2024

The Vital Connection: How Journalism Strengthens the Impact of Philanthropy

In a world where the pillars of democracy face unprecedented challenges, the relationship between philanthropy and journalism is mutually beneficial. While independent media grapples with daunting challenges and crises, the…

Coordinator, Community Land Trust Brussels (CLTB)

Opinions - 3 April 2024

How affordable housing helps tackle social inequality: The Community Land Trust Model

Community Land Trust Brussels (CLTB) develops permanently affordable housing projects in Brussels for people with limited means on collectively-owned land.

General Manager, VIA Don Bosco Belgium & The Netherlands

Opinions - 2 April 2024

Striving for quality education amidst rising challenges

With improved enrolment rates, schools face their next challenge: increasing quality to let students achieve their full potential. To achieve this, we need to move to a ‘whole school approach’.

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