Understanding the root causes driving democratic decline in Europe
Is the EU’s proposal for the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034 sufficiently addressing ‘unmet needs’?
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Beyond charity: How philanthropy can drive equality and systemic change
What role can philanthropy play in strengthening democracy and equality? How can it move beyond funding projects to tackle deeper challenges like polarisation, inequality and erosion of trust?
From dictatorship to democracy: Why equity-based governance is the future
A personal journey I was born under a dictatorship in Romania. My childhood was shaped by two hours of state-controlled television a day, newspapers filled with propaganda, and whispered warnings…
What happens when you fund the funders: Surprising lessons
When we first stepped into our roles at Fenomenal Funds, a feminist funder collaborative supporting women’s funds, we entered with curiosity and uncertainty. Phoebe’s background in feminist programming, research, and…
Philanthropy Platform 2025 – “Construction Site Democracy – Strengthening Foundations”
The Association of Liechtenstein Charitable Foundations and Trusts will host “Construction Site of Democracy – Strengthening Foundations” on 25 September in Schaan, Liechtenstein. The…
From the sidelines to the frontlines: Why philanthropy must equip activists for the age of AI
Foundations have long championed human rights, justice and democracy. Now is the time to extend that leadership into the age of AI. The need is urgent. The risks are real. And the potential - for both harm and radical progress - is immense.
European Parliament creates official working group to scrutinise NGO funding
On 19 June 2025, the European Parliament voted in favour of establishing a Scrutiny Working Group on NGO financing within the European Budgetary Control Committee. The proposal was led by…
