Foundations & Social Justice
By John Heller | September 2003 | View Full Text | Email Link
Abstract
Can philanthropic support help society become more just? How can foundations address the underlying causes of poverty and injustice? Seeking answers to these questions brought thirty-three foundation leaders to the very heart of philanthropy's promise, and possible contradictions.
The occasion was the international conference, Foundations and Social Justice: Visions, Strategies, Capacities. Organized by The Synergos Institute and locally hosted by the Oaxaca Community Foundation, the meeting convened foundation heads from eighteen countries, mostly in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe and Latin America.
From discussion at the meeting, we can make three key observations:
The issue of social justice is seen as urgent and important
Obstacles abound, but the resolve to address social justice is taking root
Foundations are looking to mechanisms beyond grant-making to address social justice.
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