Dramatic advances in the scale and sophistication of strategic philanthropy have not improved societal conditions at a national level. We propose empowerment philanthropy as a new approach to fostering political and economic self-determination by supporting people in finding their own solutions and ensuring an effective multiracial democracy.
From climate change to national security threats, the problems we face in the world are too big for government to solve alone. Public-private partnerships demonstrate how government can collaborate with the private sector to catalyze and scale innovation.
The Trust for Public Land developed a framework to build community power through the creation and stewardship of green spaces. Our work demonstrates the power of parks to enrich democracy. | Open access to this article is made possible by The Trust for Public Land.
Aiming for sustainability has not fundamentally altered the environmentally destructive effects of business. Only by embracing regeneration as a model can we meet the challenges posed by today’s biggest global crises.
A new government program in India is training women to become agricultural drone pilots to increase their financial security and modernize farming.
The city of Paris is turning empty properties into homes to relieve a supply-strapped housing market.
New Disabled South advocates for disability justice and enfranchisement in the US South.
CAST provides art organizations a pathway to property ownership, giving artists much-needed space to create and display their work.
Sightsavers is working to change social attitudes toward disabled children through community-centered education in Malawi.
A multinational team is upcycling old concrete and brick for new buildings in the Czech Republic.
