The success–or failure–of peace and development approaches hinge on power dynamics in our relationships with each other. The range of actors and entities critical to the success of peacebuilding and
Philanthropy 4.0: What Form of Giving Enables Transformative Change?
Faced with accelerating disruptions and social and environmental breakdowns, traditional forms of philanthropic giving may be less effective than they once were. Confronted with societal divisions, w
Practical approaches to dismantle structural racism in organisations
Part of our systems change work includes supporting our partners in addressing and dismantling structural racism in their organisational systems. Through this work, as well as our own internal organi
It takes all of us: Shifting power and decolonizing development
“This is not just for the Global South, but for our global survival,” Nana Afadzinu, Executive Director at West Africa Civil Society Institute (WASCI), told us as 700 people from 70+ countries gather
Unleashing the Power of Philanthropy for Inclusive Development
The time has come for philanthropy to fully leverage its distinct potential and unleash its capacity to cultivate a society that is just, equitable, and sustainable. While philanthropy has always pla
Humentum’s Annual ERA Index: The Journey to Equitable Development
Creating a development sector that shares power fairly, where all parties are held accountable, and where the work is resilient, is a journey as much as it is a destination. The journey will require
Reimagining Civil Society Collaborations in Development: Starting from the South
At a time when uneven power dynamics are high on development actors’ agenda, this book will be an important contribution to researchers and practitioners working on innovation in development and civi
The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative Report
The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative Report is a comprehensive framework outlining 10 core principles for driving transformative change in the philanthropy sector. It brings together existing w
Manifesto for Change
In March 2019, the GFCF invited a group of partners from Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia to travel to London for a few days to attend the annual BOND conference as well as a day-long brainstorming
Bridging the collaboration gap: The path to system transformation
In an ever-evolving world marked by complex challenges, the need for system transformation has become increasingly apparent. From addressing climate change and the energy crisis to dismantling coloni