What we see when we apply equity lenses to AI
When philanthropic organisations work together with other stakeholders, their impact on AI governance becomes significantly more powerful. Read More
Equalising capital: Using philanthropic assets to address systemic inequalities
2024 produced an additional 204 new billionaires. Then, as if right on cue, the new US administration offered an illustrative case study of the interwoven nature of wealth, policymaking and power. Read More
Philanthropy at a crossroads: Supporting grassroot women’s organisations or fuelling inequality?
Women’s organisations drive critical social change, yet funding for women’s rights remains alarmingly low. Meanwhile, anti-gender movements are gaining ground. The urgency of investing in grassroots women’s organisations is a key strategy for sustaining democracy and advancing social justice. Read More
Women will save democracy but they can’t do it alone
Democracy isn’t something we have, it is something we do. It is not a fixed destination and requires constant care and collaboration. Women and frontline communities have long been the beating heart of our democracies: making sure all voices are heard while courageously challenging injustice. Let us show them that we have their back now. Read More
Weathering the winter freeze, searching for spring
What we are witnessing is not an isolated cold spell, but rather a climatic cooling of international cooperation, for so long understood as crucial for global security and prosperity. Read More
Aid to Ukraine: From emergency response to recovery response
As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, the prospect of a just resolution remains elusive. These prolonged circumstances demand that humanitarian support for Ukraine transform into a more systematic, coordinated effort that can meet both immediate and long-term needs. Read More
Can we build a trust-based and equitable approach to monitoring, evaluating and learning?
Many funders are seeking to work in more trust-based and equitable ways, and we saw many of these trends accelerate during Covid-19. But what does a trust-based and equitable approach really look like in practice, particularly for funder measurement, evaluation and learning? Read More
Democracy at the crossroads: A call to action for Europe’s funders
In Europe, a continent that perceives itself as historically synonymous with democratic ideals, the cracks in the democratic framework are becoming harder to ignore. Read More
Considerations for future-facing arts and culture funders – Postcard from a strategy journey
Building a cohesive strategy in the current political and societal landscape can feel like both a unique opportunity and a somewhat overwhelming endeavour. In times of existential challenges, it seems no longer sufficient to merely react to changing environments. Foundations are also increasingly expected to recognise and demonstrate their agency… Read More
Assifero’s Future Chair initiative – What have we learned?
The first progress report on the Future Chair initiative highlights significant progress among signatory foundations in prioritising youth involvement in decision-making. However, long-term and comprehensive efforts are required to embed youth participation into organisational structures and foster intergenerational dialogue. Read More
