Why We Still Need Abolition: 2-Part Series on Abolition & Militarism
As we strive to continue to organize in philanthropy to support movement during this time of repression and carcerality, it is perhaps most important to return to thinking about the world we want to see. In our efforts to remain in solidarity with BIPOC community organizing towards justice, funders must remain committed to our own…
Read MoreFighting for Justice in a Carceral State: US Detention and Increased Violence against Immigrants
Click to enlarge. Graphic recording by Jayda Shuavarnnasri. The US detention and deportation systems have criminalized immigrants for decades under the leadership of several administrations. With renewed energy under this administration, we now see frightening developments such as worsening conditions in detention and prison facilities, the terrifying and inhumane use of cargo planes to deport…
Read MoreRooted: Integrating Gender Justice into Philanthropic Practice
Click to enlarge. Graphic recording by Jayda Shuavarnnasri. We continue to see sinister encroachment on gender justice – from anti-trans legislation and sentiments to attacks on reproductive rights and disregard of gender based violence. At the same time, community organizers continue to mobilize with a vision of intersectional feminism and justice for impacted communities. We…
Read MoreThe Criminalization of Protest: How Philanthropy Must Respond
Click to enlarge. Graphic recording by Jayda Shuavarnnasri. From protest against US militarism and the genocide in Gaza to policing and incarceration, dissent and civil disobedience have become increasingly more criminalized. What does it mean when decision-makers and public officials are actively creating an increasingly dangerous reality for people participating in direct action against state…
Read MoreUnderstanding Militarism and US Funding of the Genocide in Palestine
Graphic recording by Nafisa Ferdous. Click to enlarge. As we continue to witness the US funded and facilitated genocide in Palestine, we are filled with horror, and also steadfast in our commitment and action toward a free Palestine and the self-determination of all oppressed people. NFG recognizes that the occupation of Palestine is not new…
Read MoreValues Aligned Investment Praxis
Rooted: NFG Political Education Series Session 4 – Values Aligned Investment Praxis NFG’s Values Aligned Investment Praxis Group provides a dedicated space for foundation CEOs and Presidents to learn and experiment with a group of trusted peers who aim to shift their endowment investments into greater alignment with their institutional missions. An outgrowth of…
Read MoreRooted: NFG Political Education Series
Rooted: NFG Political Education Series Session 3 – Do Better: Grantmaking Practices Toward Community Accountability September 21, 2023 | 10am PT/11am MT/12pm CT/1pm ET See the learning resource developed from the webinar here! In our programming, we often hear movement leaders repeat the same refrain: “Fund us like you want us…
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