Alisha Bhagat’s Post

We need to play the long game. Yes, it is important to address current needs, sometimes urgent too. But we must also keep an eye and take action towards the root causes of issues, those that can sometimes only be identified by planning for the next 10, 15 or 30 years. Futures thinking is a great way to explore that, and it's about time organizations consider it an essential tool to create long-lasting social change.

Wrote an essay… which is really a musing on how philanthropy can and should function similarly to mycorrhizal networks. How we can alchemize oppressive systems into equitable communities where we all rise together. You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/gWpSFdi3

The EU and national governments often struggle to implement significant reforms. So what are the opportunities for philanthropy? John Healy, Genio , illustrates 3 gaps only philanthropy can fill; citizen and civil society engagement; support to help innovations scale within complex, contested systems; and integration of philanthropic, impact, public and commercial funding, in our latest Opinion piece! Read it now! https://bit.ly/3KpM8Mf

The Chorus Foundation recently closed out its final year of grantmaking. Their Founder and President, and winner of the 2023 EGA Risk Taker Award, Farhad Ebrahimi, reflects on how confronting and defining power led to the Foundation's decision to sunset. "Revisiting our journey at Chorus, we can see a clear path through the following stages: holding power accountably to sharing power equitably to handing over power entirely, with each step contributing the necessary preconditions for the next." https://lnkd.in/eZVEhfZX #SocialImpact #Philanthropy #JustTransition #SpendDown

💡It's about creating sustainable funding. While dedicated land stewards work tirelessly to preserve our natural heritage, their efforts hang in the balance, heavily reliant on the unpredictable stream of philanthropic donations. This uncertainty poses a significant threat to ongoing conservation projects, making the role of initiatives like BIOTA NEXUS and FUNDECOR in securing consistent funding not just beneficial, but essential for the future of our planet. #conservation #biodiversity #nature #naturebasedsolutions #philanthropy #enviornment #CostaRica #biodiversitycredits Organization for Tropical Studies

Guardians of the Earth: Investing in Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities – #AVPN2024 #OneAsiaOneFuture Moderated by Liz Gillies, Menzies Foundation, CEO, this important session will explore the essential contributions of Indigenous Peoples in addressing global climate challenges, focusing on areas like reforestation, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable land management. Indigenous communities, while representing less than 5% of the global population, are the guardians of 80% of the world’s biodiversity. This session aims to address the challenges in funnelling climate finance to these frontline defenders against climate change. With a lens on the importance of investing in Indigenous-led initiatives for sustainability, insights into Asia's climate funding landscape, and investment opportunities that support both environmental and women's economic empowerment. Panellists include: • Kevin Currey, Program Officer, Ford Foundation • Antoinette (Nonette) Royo, Executive Director, The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility • H.E. Razan Al Mubarak, Managing Director, Species Conservation Fund The session will equip philanthropists and private-sector funders with the necessary tools to overcome barriers that prevent effective climate finance from reaching Indigenous communities, highlighting successful models of engagement that ensure both environmental sustainability and socio-economic benefits for these vital yet underserved groups. Get involved We encourage active participation and insightful dialogues to co-design solutions that foster resilient and thriving ecosystems through empowered Indigenous stewardship. #ClimateAction #IndigenousLeadership #BiodiversityConservation #SustainableInvesting #AVPN2024

How can the world’s richest individuals help protect the ocean? This was the hot topic of discussion during an Ocean Philanthropy session at Monaco Ocean Week. Read here https://lnkd.in/d__m3hUu

🌿At Biota Nexus, we understand that reliance on traditional philanthropy isn't enough. Watch this clip from Orlando Vargas Ramírez at the Organization for Tropical Studies, discussing the crucial role of NGO partnerships like the one with FUNDECOR in advancing our environmental goals. 🤝 In alliance with FUNDECOR, we transcend the conventional and rewrite the narrative to extend beyond traditional donations. FUNDECOR's deep understanding of the region’s ecosystems and communities enables us to create tailored solutions that address the unique needs of local landowners – designing a #sustainable and #responsible blueprint that creates positive social, economic, and #environmental impact. It's about building a resilient future through sustainable partnerships with #transparent, #traceable, and #credible initiatives. 🌍 Together, we're not just nurturing #biodiversity but cultivating a legacy of environmental resilience. #BiodiversityPartnership #SustainableFuture #FUNDECOR #naturebasedsolutions #nature #costarica Mario A Piedra

An interesting observation from a recent analysis highlights that environmental nonprofits received less than 2% of total charitable dollars in 2020. This raises an important question: how can we direct more support towards organizations working tirelessly on climate mitigation and justice? Emphasizing the vast gap in philanthropic funding, it's clear that we hold the power to make a difference. Let's encourage one another to explore ways to uplift these vital initiatives in our communities. How do you think we can rally support for environmental nonprofits? Share your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/guAmbjfc

"🌍 Exciting News: Transformative Impact on the Environment! 🌿 Join me in celebrating the incredible journey of Team Climate Change Naivasha as we reflect on our remarkable strides in enhancing environmental performance and fostering charitable contributions. This progress report encapsulates our collective dedication to making a positive difference. Together, let's inspire change and create a sustainable future! 🌱 #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalImpact #CharitableContributions"