With Alnoor Ladha and Lynn Murphy
Alnoor and Lynn discuss what is meant by transition pathways and how philanthropy itself could serve as a territory of transition toward post capitalist realities.
Transition Pathways
Explores the concept of moving from current neoliberal frameworks to post-capitalist realities, emphasizing the journey rather than the destination.
Post Capitalist Realities
Discusses the undefined and emergent nature of post-capitalist societies, highlighting the process of moving away from dominant cultural and institutional practices.
Role of Philanthropy
Considers how philanthropy can act as a catalyst for change by embracing more life-affirming practices and moving beyond traditional incremental approaches.
Philanthropy as a Transition Pathway
Suggests philanthropy itself can serve as a pathway to transition, particularly through radical generosity and rethinking the use of endowments.
Archetypal Roles and Wealth Acknowledgment
Critiques the archetype of the “money hoarder” among wealthy philanthropists and argues for a recognition of wealth as a collective endowment resulting from historical and structural inequities.
Principles of Trust and Reparations
Advocates for philanthropy driven by trust, reparations, and a relational approach to wealth redistribution, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the origins of wealth and the need for systemic change.
Strategic Approaches to Philanthropic Giving
Discusses innovative strategies for philanthropic giving, including long-term grant making, creative use of endowments, divestment from equity markets, and supporting marginalized groups and post-capitalist infrastructure.
Embracing Uncertainty and Flexibility
Emphasizes the need for philanthropy to adapt to changing circumstances and to support initiatives with long-term horizons, trusting in the recipients’ stewardship of resources.
Decentralizing Power in Philanthropy
Encourages practices that decentralize power and privilege within philanthropy, such as diversifying boards, participatory grantmaking, and trust-based philanthropy, alongside a shift towards more inclusive and equitable ontologies.