🌱 Collaborating with Communities to Build Capacity and Drive Change 🌱 When working at the grassroots, bottlenecks rarely linger for long—#solutions always emerge through collective effort and shared resolve. 💪 At a recent discussion with community leaders, a critical insight surfaced: to scale up our efforts and approach national and international #philanthropy effectively, we need to strengthen grassroots organisational structure. This reflection has led to a key decision to enhance the capacity and compliance of the Jalukie Students' Union Nagaland (JSUN). In this partnership: 🌟 The Jalukie Pumling Nko (JPN)—the apex body of Jalukie Town—will champion social equity and drive the larger impact of our work. 🌟 The JSUN, as its subsidiary, will focus on providing structured action and bridging the gap between grassroots efforts and institutional requirements of philanthropies. This initiative not only reflects our commitment to empowering local communities but also sets the foundation for sustainable, scalable impact. Together, we are creating pathways for inclusion, action, and meaningful collaboration. Grateful to be part of this journey where every challenge is met with a shared purpose and vision for a better future. 🙌 #GrassrootsLeadership #CollaborationForImpact #CapacityBuilding #CommunityEmpowerment #GroundUp #Conservation #Livelihoods #IPLC Swapnil Chaudhari | Radhika Kothari | Preety S. | Aringle Hiekha
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🎥 𝐀𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐓𝐍: 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 — Our CEO, Evans Okinyi, emphasizes the critical need for government policies that recognize and support the philanthropic sector's role in national development. He calls for an environment that enables rather than restricts philanthropic activities and highlights the importance of elevating the stories of our impactful work. Ndungu Nyoro, HSC of Affecto Foundation advocates for complementing government efforts, urging stakeholders to unite and fill critical gaps. Eric Kimani, our Board Chair, champions a strategic shift to utilize our internal resources for greater self-reliance, and Fredrick Ouko of ADD International highlights the necessity of including Persons with Disabilities in all developmental agendas. ✨#StrategicPhilanthropy #InclusiveGrowth #LocalImpactGlobalReach
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Programme Manager at Philanthropy for Social Justice and Peace (Global Dialogue, UK)
"The Unyoke Foundation and the African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) embrace the complexity of peacebuilding by moving away from a project mentality and adopting an approach of ‘accompaniment’—walking alongside local peacebuilders. This holistic support helps peacebuilders navigate daily challenges, innovate, and break cycles of violence. ...it’s about creating conditions that allow peacebuilders to "take off the yoke." Checkout this new paper: FOSTERING PEACEFUL COMMUNITIES: WHAT ROLE CAN PHILANTHROPY PLAY? https://lnkd.in/g9gcAaEk
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Although collaborative philanthropy is gaining momentum in major Asian economies like #China and #India, collaborative funding models remain limited. The few existing funder collaborations are rarely purely homegrown initiatives, with most involving significant international influence. Our new report 'DECODED: Collaborative Giving in Asia' explores the unique landscape of collaborative giving in Asia. Download it here: https://lnkd.in/gtQXiDdj #Collaboration #Philanthropy #NewReport #Asia
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How Can Philanthropy Counter Elected Authoritarianism? Join TAI and Keseb for an exclusive funder briefing and discussion on Keseb’s latest report and toolkit: “Preparing Philanthropy to Counter Elected Authoritarianism.” 📅 When: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 ⏰ 8am PST | 11am ET | 5pm CET Keseb’s report draws lessons from countries like Brazil, India, and Mexico to offer actionable insights for funders globally. The analysis provides 50 key questions and three meta recommendations for philanthropy: ✅ Engage in offensive and defensive strategies. ✅ Promote ecosystem approaches. ✅ Inspire energy and futuristic thinking in pro-democracy efforts. The toolkit includes action items, examples, and case studies to help funders navigate shrinking civic space. Are you a funder? 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ez27Qkjv #Philanthropy #Democracy #CivicSpace #TAI Sandra Blackmun Andrew Clarke Yordanos Eyoel Jenny Lah Michael Simpson Eszter Filippinyi Yery Menendez Garcia Cristina Ordóñez Leah Eryenyu Darlington Marange
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Strength flourishes in diversity! 🌎 Embracing various cultures nurtures empathy and solidarity. Let's harness technology to amplify diverse perspectives and safeguard cultural heritage. 🎭 #CulturalDiversity #Unity #GlobalChallenges #Collaboration #Impact #Innovation #Impact #Empowerment #KnowledgeIsPower #OpportunityForAll #Impactoverse #Nonprofit #Savetheplanet #Volunteer #GiveBack #CommunityService #Impact #Sustainability #Causes #DoGood #ChangeMakers #MakeADifference #MissionDriven #RaiseAwareness #awarenessmatters
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Philanthropy: A Tradition in the World’s Most Evolved Civilizations 🌍✨ 📚Throughout history, the most advanced civilizations have understood the power of giving. From ancient Egypt to Greece and beyond, philanthropy wasn’t just a practice—it was woven into the fabric of society. These cultures recognized that generosity was essential for societal growth and harmony. Here’s why philanthropy was so central to these civilizations: 1️⃣Building Strong Communities: Giving back helped create cohesive, supportive communities, laying the foundation for social stability. 2️⃣Encouraging Knowledge and Innovation: Wealthy patrons supported the arts, education, and scientific progress, fueling cultural and intellectual growth. 3️⃣Fostering Long-Term Prosperity: Philanthropy ensured the well-being of the vulnerable, creating lasting, sustainable prosperity for all. 👉🏻The legacy of philanthropy in these great civilizations teaches us that progress thrives when strategic thinking through generosity is prioritized💜 Your thoughts? ##youinspire108 #business #cyprus #Philanthropy #AncientCivilizations #LegacyOfGiving #BuildingCommunities #GenerosityForGrowth
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New Porticus study "Expanding Our Understanding of Evidence for Meaningful Participation" provides tangible evidence of how #participatory approaches to #philanthropy can lead to more effective and impactful outcomes across various sectors and contexts. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dfwQswB4
Stories | Understanding the Effectiveness of Participatory Approaches in Philanthropy | Porticus
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Secretary Gender| Senior Executive - Policy Engagement & Communications| Executive office of the President, Women Rights Advisor
Last week, I had the chance to bump into Ndung’u Nyoro at a funeral, and I couldn't stop thinking about the immense impact of his work. Ndungu has come up with an innovative resource mobilization model, where he engages Kenyans online to raise funds from his platform to support education, healthcare, and community development across the country. Through this initiative, Ndung’u currently runs Affecto Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to combat poverty through education. The organization also offers mentorship programmes that provide young people with career guidance. Today I applaud Mr. Nyoro for the amazing work he does, I have drawn the following three powerful lessons from him; 1. Humility in Leadership: Ndungu’s quiet dedication to improving lives without seeking recognition shows that impactful leadership doesn’t require the spotlight. 2. Empathy Drives Action: His commitment to providing education for underprivileged children stems from deep empathy, teaching us the importance of understanding others' struggles. 3. The Power of Collective Effort: By mobilizing communities online, Ndungu proves that collective action can make a significant difference, reminding us of the strength in unity. Ndung’u reminds us that big changes often start with small, heartfelt actions. His journey is an inspiration to us all! #affectofoundation #ndungunyoro
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How can philanthropy help restore the social contract? 🤝 In the latest issue of Friends of Europe, Delphine Moralis, CEO at Philea - Philanthropy Europe Association, addresses this crucial question, emphasising the necessity of a new and strong partnership between the EU and the sector. Philanthropic organizations are well-positioned to tackle issues like climate justice and the rise of authoritarianism, but self-transformation is necessary. 🇪🇺 🌿 ⤵ Explore the full article below. #Philanthropy #EU #ClimateJustice #RenewedSocialContract #Partnership
❝While we may have dodged the bullet of anti-democratic thinking for now, it will only have been the chronical of a death foretold if we don’t renew trust and strengthen the social contract at the heart of democracy.❞ As trust in political institutions teeters on the edge and the Sustainable Development Goals seem to slip beyond our reach, what role can philanthropy play in reinvigorating our outdated social contract? Indeed, if policymakers can partner with the philanthropic sector, it could be the catalyst needed to bring about a Renewed Social Contract. But, in tandem with increased governmental engagement, the sector must undergo self-transformation. Delphine Moralis, Chief Executive Officer at Philea - Philanthropy Europe Association, offers her unique expertise and insight in this Critical Thinking article examining philanthropy’s potential to be a changemaker. ⤵ Read more below. #CriticalThinking #RenewedSocialContract #Philanthropy
Trust and trustability – how philanthropy can help catalyse a Renewed Social Contract - Friends of Europe
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Just a quick scan of my timeline, and I see lots of concerns raised on what the #USElections results and #Trump presidency will mean for #development, #humanrights #foreignaid #philanthropy #impactinvesting. What are the opportunities and challenges we should prepare for in the ecosystem, especially in Africa?
