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News - 19 August 2025

Guardians of equality: Why we must invest in the institutions that protect the most marginalised

Equality Bodies are a cornerstone of Europe’s democratic architecture, ensuring that anti-discrimination laws are not just words on paper. But too often, they are underfunded, politically vulnerable, and invisible to those they serve. Philanthropy can be a vital ally in helping these institutions turn equality into reality.
News - 16 July 2025

Philea and “la Caixa” Foundation meet with DG INTPA to discuss paths for collaboration

Her Royal Highness, the Infanta Cristina, Director of International Relations, ‘la Caixa’ Foundation and Delphine Moralis, CEO, Philea met with Erica Gerretsen, Director of Directorate G, DG INTPA, in Brussels on 25 June 2025 to explore collaboration opportunities between the philanthropy sector and the EU.
News - 14 July 2025

European Day of Foundations and Donors 2025

Press Release - 5 June 2025

Press release: Balancing power and equality on the agenda of largest annual European gathering of philanthropy professionals

05.06.2025 – Lisbon, Portugal – Power and equality took centre stage in Lisbon this week, where more than 800 participants from around Europe and the world convened for the 2025…
News - 2 May 2025

Equinet Conference “25 Years of Equality: Milestones, Challenges, and Horizons”

The “Equinet Conference “25 Years of Equality: Milestones, Challenges, and Horizons”” will take place in Brussels on 11 June The year 2025 marks a significant milestone…
News - 23 April 2025

Investing in economic justice

To achieve the social and ecological goals that many philanthropies are committed to, economic justice is key.
News - 9 April 2025

Philanthropy’s time to shine is coming

Reflecting on the role that philanthropy can play to bolster Europe’s commitment to fight racism among its lands.
News - 12 March 2025

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.
News - 26 February 2025

Registration opens for Philea Forum 2025

Registration is now open for the Philea Forum 2025 “Power and Equality: A Balancing Act” in Lisbon from 2-5 June, hosted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.
News - 17 February 2025

Applications open for the Philanthropic Leadership Platform: China-Europe 2025

Applications are now open for the Philanthropic Leadership Platform: China-Europe, organised in partnership with the China Foundation Forum and with support from…