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We're pleased to announce the 16th edition of Dasra Philanthropy Week (DPW). Join us for DPW 2025, where bold ideas will take center stage, critical dialogue will drive solutions, and collaborative effort will chart the course for an equitable and sustainable India by 2047. A key highlight of DPW 2025 is the India Philanthropy Forum (IPF) Mumbai Chapter – a dynamic platform for dialogue, innovation, and action. This full-day event will feature curated sessions exploring philanthropy’s transformative potential, bringing together changemakers, thought leaders, and philanthropists to engage in impactful conversation. Attendance is invite-only. Register your interest today! Details coming soon. https://lnkd.in/dWwW6kdy Neera Nundy, Deval Sanghavi, Shailja Mehta, Parnasha Banerjee, Ninad Ankleshwaria, Ethna Ghosh, Yamini Atmavilas #DPW2025 #Risingat2047 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek2025 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek #RSVP

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 As nonprofit practitioners, we tend to prioritise caring for the communities we serve - responding to deficits and crises. We are often overwhelmed. And yet none of us are alone in feeling so. Our conversation will be styled as a campfire - with key discussants talking about their insights on the subject matter and our participatory audience will be sharing their experiences with the room. We believe that an emphasis on the mental health of those driving change can help build a more resilient workforce, better equipped to imagine the possibilities. The ripples would lead to greater positive impact on ground. 📅 February 26, 2025 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM 📍 Godrej One, Vikhroli, Mumbai 🔒 Invite-only | Curated for Development Practitioners & Funders 🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/eBgG2XTJ In this session, we will explore: • Mental health challenges in the social sector: Understand the unique stressors faced by nonprofit professionals, from crisis response to resource constraints • Strategies to build long term resilience: Discuss challenges and systemic barriers preventing meaningful mental well-being conversations and opportunities to make a difference  • Creating a culture of well-being for sustainable change: Learn how public and professional narratives about the needs of the development sector can incorporate mental well-being. If you are a development sector practitioner, a nonprofit interested in this space, or a funder interested in supporting mental health and well-being, register for this exclusive discussion at #DPW2025. Let’s invest in mental well-being for resilient minds and lasting change! Riah Forbes Ami Misra Anannya Chakrabarty Shrutika Jadhav Aakanksha Mishra Ayush Mehrotra #DPW2025 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek #DasraPhilanthropyWeek2025 #DPW #Risingat2047 #MentalHealthInDevelopment #NonprofitWellbeing #ResilientLeadership #MentalHealthMatters #WellbeingAtWork #SocialImpact #Philanthropy #SustainableChange

Inclusive. Localized. Sustainable. Powerful. Our first gathering in Northeast India was this and more! 🌏💙 We just wrapped up our third regional gathering, co-created with our partners. Since October 2024, our total outreach through these gatherings has now crossed 220+ active participants. These gatherings bring together partners at a regional level to strengthen movements for resilient futures and foster an ecosystem built on trust. By encouraging collective reflection and stronger relationships, they catalyze change while honoring unique cultural contexts. 💡 What did we do differently this time? 📱Climate-Conscious Approach – No printouts. No plastic bottles. No unnecessary collateral. We went fully digital—a small but intentional step toward climate action. 🌱Gender & Disability-Inclusive Energizers – 💫 Ningkhanhoih, a phenomenal facilitator from the Centre for Community Initiative, Manipur, led an interactive activity where participants formed a "human smiley", reinforcing the power of collective action and accessibility. Ningkhanhoih's creativity inspired each participant as she powerfully navigated her visual impairment to bring the diverse group together. 💫 Vikhuli Achumi from Pro rural India, Mizoram, led another energizer, inviting participants to cradle a make-believe baby and sing a lullaby in a native Naga language—sparking deep reflections on caregiving, community, and gender norms. 🤝 Participation at the Core – For the first time, NGO leaders took the lead in inviting other stakeholders, including representatives from Seven Sisters Development Assistance (SeSTA), ActionAid, and SELCO Foundation, fostering meaningful cross-sectoral dialogue. 🎨 Creative Reflection Spaces – We opened the day with art- and music-based therapy and intention-setting and closed with collective reflections—bringing the gathering full circle. Some action words that emerged from the collective reflection exercise: ➡️ Learning ➡️ Synergy ➡️ Collaboration ➡️ Self-care 💙 The Way Forward? Our partners (18 organizations & 40+ participants) will continue to lead, build and honor these collaborative spaces, meeting regularly to strengthen solidarity and purpose—while crafting resilient futures. 🌍✨ Anantvijay Singh Aditi Shinde Etii Anand Khyati Pokar Saakshi Notani Shagun Peerbhai Ajagar Social Circle Centre for Community Initiative Centre for Women and Girls Cod Nerc Diya Foundation Faith Foundation Shillong Grameen Sahara GRASSROOT SHILLONG InSIDE North East Mahila Shakti Kendra NEAID (Northeast Centre for Equity Action on Integrated Development) People's Resource Development Association Pro rural India Rural Aid Service NGO Sanatan Unnayan Sangstha Social Action For Appropriate Transformation And Advancement In Rural Areas (SATRA) Utsah Uttar Betna Samaj Sangskarak Bahini

Grassroots organizations don’t just need funding — they need the right kind of funding. With climate change, economic shifts, and evolving social contexts, grassroots organizations must adapt programs faster than ever before. But without long-term, multi-year, flexible funding, resilient programs remain out of reach. 📢 But why does this matter? Here are insights from our partner organization's biannual reflections. ✅ Investing in program staff — With multi-year, flexible funding, organizations no longer need to lay off program staff at the end of a project, instead they can now invest in their capacities and growth with retaining them to ensure long-term impact. ✅ Strategic expansion — For organizations in remote geographies, flexible funding has strengthened programs and enabled scale, reaching underserved communities more effectively. ✅ Piloting new initiatives — Organizations have used flexible funding to build resource centers for marginalized communities and launch pilot programs, some of which have successfully secured additional funding for long-term sustainability. Think of long program timeframes as the hull of a boat—they provide stability. But stability alone isn’t enough. Philanthropy needs funding models that help organizations thrive, not just survive. Swipe right to see the impact of flexible funding on grassroots organizations! ➡️ 📖 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/drkkxwga #ProgrammaticResilience #FlexibleFunding #GrassrootsLeadership #AdaptiveProgramming #RebuildFund #SocialImpact Darbar Sahitya Sansada LOK ASTHA Voluntary Medicare Society Anubhuti Trust Deepshikha Samiti Anantvijay Singh Nitesh Bauri Rashmi Chakravarty Sangeeta Bhattacharya Shiboni Sundar Shikha Tubid Shinjini Singh

Every day, millions of animals in India suffer in silence—neglected, exploited, and without protection. Targeted philanthropic action can change this reality. Join us at DPW’s Virtual Impact Forum for the session 'Voices for the Voiceless: Collaborative Philanthropy for Animal Welfare', where leading philanthropists and experts, Amy Aela, Bharati Ramachandran, Brinda Upadhyaya, Gauri Maulekhi, Dr Rajeena Shahin, Sandeep Reddy, Shloka Nath and Sonya P., will explore how collaborative efforts can drive lasting change in animal protection. Animal welfare remains one of the most urgent yet overlooked issues today. Through strategic giving, collective action, and stronger policies, we can build a future where animals are treated with dignity and care. This session will dive into real-world solutions, share insights from funders leading the way, and highlight how pooling resources, expertise, and influence can create meaningful, large-scale impact. Join the conversation. RSVP here - https://lu.ma/vs492uzo Ashraya Hastha Trust, Upadhyaya Foundation, India Animal Fund, People For Animals Uttarakhand, People For Animals Public Policy Foundation, FIAPO - New Delhi, Physicians Association for Nutrition India (PAN India), India Climate Collaborative, Kindness With Amy, Neera Nundy, Deval Sanghavi, Parnasha Banerjee, Shailja Mehta, Ninad Ankleshwaria, Yamini Atmavilas, Ethna Ghosh, Unaiza Rajan, Siddharth Agarwal #DPW2025 #dpw #animalwelfare #collaboration #solutions #animalprotection #socialimpact #panel #forum #rsvpnow 

𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 This year marks a significant milestone as we host the 16th edition of Dasra Philanthropy Week, a dynamic platform where India's philanthropists, social sector leaders, and changemakers come together to exchange ideas and push the boundaries of what's possible. As part of our commitment to gender equity, we have an exciting lineup of events starting from February 24th. 📆 Save the date and we hope to see you there as we take these conversations forward! -𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲- https://lu.ma/i8vp4zco -𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲- https://lnkd.in/dWwW6kdy -𝗧𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 & 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆- write to us at wil@dasra.org or message us on LinkedIN. DPW is more than just a convening- it's a space for action, collaboration and reimagining what's possible for India's future. Let's build this future together.  #DPW2025 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek #Genderequity #Thrivethroughequity Anamika Misra Devika Nagori Epcita Shukla Gauri Sanghi Ranjula Singh Roshni Mukherji Suveera Venkatesh Tanya Dikshit Yamini Atmavilas

𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗦𝗥 𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 CSR has the potential to be catalytic and move beyond compliance-driven funding. Join us for a curated, invite-only conversation at Dasra Philanthropy Week 2025 to unpack the role CSR can play in India’s development journey!   📅 February 26, 2025   ⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM   📍 Godrej One, Vikhroli, Mumbai   🔒 Invite-only | Curated for CSR & Nonprofit Leaders 🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/ejmxdHyU Here's what you can expect: • Innovative CSR Models: Explore collaboratives, pooled funds, and new funding mechanisms to create lasting impact.   • Gender & CSR: Delve deeper into how CSR programs can better integrate gender-transformative initiatives and grassroots realities.    • Balancing Compliance & Impact: Navigate the balance between legal requirements and meaningful CSR engagement.    • CSO Spotlight: Hear firsthand from grassroots leaders on how CSR can strengthen nonprofit capacity beyond financial support.      If you are a corporate leader, CSR professional, or nonprofit working in this space, register for this exclusive discussion at #DPW2025.  Let’s shape the future of corporate philanthropy—together! Deval Sanghavi Neera Nundy Ninad Ankleshwaria Yamini Atmavilas Shrutika Jadhav Divya Puri Parekh Sonvi A. Khanna Supriya Bajaj Anantvijay Singh Shruti Patil Anupama Gopinathan Hinali Doshi Srishti Snehal Anushka Maheshwari #DPW2025 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek #DasraPhilanthropyWeek2025 #DPW #Risingat2047 #CSR #Philanthropy #CorporateGiving #Impact   

#DPW2025 #VirtualImpactForum India’s economy rests on the shoulders of millions of informal workers, yet their struggles and contributions often go unrecognized. What does it mean to work without stability, security, or a safety net? How do systemic barriers shape their daily lives? Join us for a powerful conversation at DPW’s Virtual Impact Forum, where we’ll uncover the realities of informal work, the resilience of those who power our economy, and the urgent need for dignity, equity, and opportunity. RSVP now - https://lu.ma/imc14d72 Neera Nundy, Deval Sanghavi, Parnasha Banerjee, Shailja Mehta, Ninad Ankleshwaria, Yamini Atmavilas, Ethna Ghosh, Unaiza Rajan #DPW #Risingat2047 #forum #convening #paneldiscussion #RSVPNow #informalworkers #resilience #equity #economy #india

As part of Dasra Philanthropy Week 2025, we’re bringing together innovators, changemakers, and thought leaders to explore the role of Data, Technology, and AI in driving social impact. At Game Changers for Good: Role of Tech & AI, we will deep dive into: • Gender-inclusive data technologies • Open-source and collaborative tech for social change • Tech and AI innovations for community resilience Join us in Bengaluru on February 25th for a day of thought-provoking discussions, meaningful connections, and collective action. 🔗 Secure your spot now: https://lu.ma/gyb79nxl Neera Nundy, Deval Sanghavi, Ethna Ghosh, Unaiza Rajan, Parnasha Banerjee, Shailja Mehta, Ninad Ankleshwaria, Yamini Atmavilas, Geetika Dadlani, Reeya Bharadwaj, Prachi Pal (She/Her), Latisha Shah, Kavneet Kaur, Jija Dutt, Toshal Gandhi, Divyashree Rai, Meghna Mehta, Reeva Kulkarni, Nirali Trivedi, Shreya Shome, Veasini Shaozae, Sayantani B., Susan Dass, Jayant Thanvi, Nandita S, Helly Desai, MSc, Freya Ray, Alefiya Rokadia, Rhea Singh, Arundhati Misra, Reshwin Noel Washington, #DPW2025 #DasraPhilanthropyWeek #DasraPhilanthropyWeek2025 #DPW #Risingat2047 #Equity #Future #Progress #Sustainable #SocialImpact #Philanthropy #Development #India #Event

Out now! Civil society has been at the forefront of securing equity for LGBTQIA+ communities in India. Our flagship report, Against All Odds, pays homage to these monumental efforts by providing a snapshot of the sector. The report lays out key findings on policy, civil society, and funding, highlighting priority areas of action to support and sustain the aspirations of LGBTQIA+ people across India. It also spotlights non-profit organizations that have been tirelessly engaged in laying the foundations for such impact. Our cornerstones for change identify actionable nudges that key stakeholders, including funders, government, media, and legal practitioners, can use to envision equitable queer futures. Read the report to learn about triumphs and challenges, and how we can galvanize momentum to ensure that civil society no longer has to serve LGBTQIA+ communities against all odds: https://lnkd.in/dVM59JJw Our report launched alongside the Pride Fund, India's first LGBTQIA+ philanthropic fund to support non-profits working in this space. Learn more about the fund here: https://lnkd.in/dnbCFQ_R Radhika Piramal | Keshav Suri Foundation | Godrej DEi Lab Ami Misra | Kasturi Gandhi | Neera Nundy | Pratyaksha J. | Sanat Kanwar | Srinjoy Ray | Yash Thakoor #AgainstAllOdds #Dasra #GodrejDEILab #KeshavSuriFoundation #LGBTQIA+ #India #Research #LandscapeStudy