The “Baltic Way” was a philanthropic, civil society movement in 1989 which connected more than one million people across 400 miles between Vilnius (Lithuania), Riga (Latvia), and Tallinn (Estonia) in protest of Soviet occupation, and it has become a symbol and foundational pillar for the rebirth of independent Lithuania. Encouraged by political dissidents, religious clerics,… Read more »
In years past and present, the Global Philanthropy Fellowship has supported an academic fellow in fostering international dialogue and exchange by emphasizing global philanthropy research, with the generous support of the Giving USA Foundation. In 2023, I had the honor of joining the research team at the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy as the… Read more »
The philanthropic landscape in Malaysia is as dynamic and diverse as the country itself, and it has been evolving over the years. Overall, Malaysia is rich in charitable activities and expressions of generosity, and it offers a multifaceted environment for philanthropy and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). My 28-year residence in Malaysia and a 13-year journey within… Read more »
Latvia is a former Soviet country located in the Eastern part of Europe with a population of 1.8 million people and a GDP per capita of $21,779 in 2022 (according to the World Bank). It gained its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. After 50 years of Communist rule, the country faced challenges in… Read more »
Institutional affiliation: Social Impact Alliance for Central and Eastern Europe (CEE Impact Foundation) The report “Unlocking Private Capital for Social Good in Central & Eastern Europe” published in September 2023 by the Social Impact Alliance for Central and Eastern Europe, is a comprehensive analysis of the research conducted between 2020 and 2023 in collaboration with… Read more »