News & Updates

July 2025
Philanthropy in the Age of AI: A Conversation With Jonathan Evens
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jonathan Evens, a next-generation philanthropist and AI trailblazer who’s helping shape the future of technology, with a deep respect for the past. He leads product at Google DeepMind, where he’s focused on transforming Google Search with cutting-edge AI features. But Jonathan isn’t just passionate about what AI can do, he’s deeply invested in how it’s done.

May 2025
Saudi Social Entrepreneurs Join Synergos Network
As an expansion to Synergos’ large network of social entrepreneurs in the MENA region, we welcomed an impressive new cohort from Saudi Arabia. These five women are furthering development in their communities in remarkable ways, such as shifting food systems, supporting emotional social skills for children, or working to treat neurodegenerative diseases.

May 2025
Video: What does courage mean to you?
Bridging leadership requires the courage to stand for our values even when challenged. As part of the 2025 David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Awards, we asked members of Synergos' global network the question “What does courage mean to you?”


2024

December 2024
Platforma Conjunta Strengthens Brazilian CSOs
Synergos believes strong civil society organizations are vital for more just, equitable, and sustainable futures. That is why we are members of Platforma Conjunta, a collaborative initiative that began from Instituto ACP, Instituto humanize, and GIFE for the development and strengthening of Brazil’s civil society organizations.

November 2024
Becoming Better Ancestors - Reflection on the GPC Retreat in Europe
Being a “better ancestor” is not a distant aspiration but a call to integrate empathy, resilience, and intentionality in our lives today. As we go forward, let’s continue this reflection and bring these insights into our communities. How can we, in our daily lives, practice generous listening? How can we foster resilience and optimism not only for ourselves but for those who will follow?

November 2024
GPC Member Profile: Martin Dunn
Martin Dunn is a philanthropist and entrepreneur whose journey has been deeply shaped by both his professional ambition and a personal commitment to self-awareness and growth. Throughout his career, Dunn has embraced the inner work of understanding himself better – acknowledging his evolving passions and learning to listen to his own needs. This introspective approach has not only helped him navigate complex social issues with authenticity, but it has also strengthened his ability to lead with purpose and inspire trust.

November 2024
Pioneers for Social Entrepreneurship Program Launched in Saudi Arabia
Synergos is pleased to partner with King Khalid Foundation and Majid Society on the recently launched Pioneers for Social Entrepreneurship program in Saudi Arabia. The initiative will build skills and connection for over 200 emerging and experienced social entrepreneurs pursuing lasting, local solutions to social and economic challenges. It will boost youth employment and advance social good through inclusion, compassion, and service.

November 2024
Video: Dialogo sobre políticas para resiliência e bem-estar dos profissionais de saúde
O Diálogo sobre Políticas para Resiliência e Bem-estar dos Profissionais de Saúde é uma iniciativa do Synergos Brasil, FGVsaúde e Johnson & Johnson. Juntos, mobilizamos um grupo multissetorial e elaboramos recomendações para melhorar condições de trabalho dos profissionais da saúde no Brasil. Assista ao lançamento do relatório final e descubra nossas propostas.

September 2024
Synergos at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Rwanda
Chong-Lim Lee joined a panel discussion on joint efforts by governments and civil society to design and implement food systems at the country level. She addressed the importance of taking a systems perspective to improve food systems: “We must not lose sight that policies and institutions are powered by people.”

April 2024
Government of Bangladesh takes over management of childcare centers
Synergos is proud to partner with the Bangladesh government, along with Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB), BRAC Institute of Educational Development, RNLI and Bloomberg Philanthropies and others, for the government-led program establishing 8,000 integrated childcare centers across the country this year.

March 2024
GDI Dialogue in Action Database Launched
Dialogue in Action (www.dialogueinaction.net) is a global database and network of inspiring sustainable organizations, initiatives, projects and programs from around the world - those who actively promote dialogue, democratic politics, conflict resolution and combating modern-day slavery and aim to achieve their objectives through building connections and mutual trust, critical to achieve sustainable change.

March 2024
Mental Health Discussion with Young Philanthropists in Mumbai
Synergos hosted a panel for young philanthropists in Mumbai, India. The event emphasized crucial themes around mental health such as accessibility, affordability, and integration. Participants recognized that the current state of Indian philanthropy in this realm lacks scale, and measuring outcomes remains a challenge.

March 2024
Inner Transformation for Outer Change : 2024 Thailand Retreat Report
This immersion provided an experience for participants to engage deeply with their body, mind and spirit, and connect and build trusting relationships with one another. Together the group strengthened their wellbeing and inner work skills as they connected with nature and practiced breathwork and meditation.

January 2024
GPC Member Profile: Mayra Hernández González - Bridging tradition and innovation
“In philanthropy, we often focus on tangible aspects (…). However, my experiences have highlighted the pivotal role that inner work, our intentions, and our consciousness play in driving meaningful social change.”


2023

December 2023
Video: Peggy Dulany Reflects on a Visit to Ethiopia
Ethiopia is an agrarian nation, with about 3/4 of the population working in agriculture, which accounts for almost half of GDP. Following a recent trip to the county, Synergos’ Chair shares some observations about our work to improve government capacity to meet its goals on agriculture in ways that benefit smallholder farmers.

December 2023
Video: Meet Synergos’ New CEO, Camille Massey
Camille Massey, who joined Synergos as President and CEO in November, talks about her upbringing, why the world needs more trust and collaboration, and how Synergos is creating sustainable change around the world.