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Do One Better with Alberto Lidji in Philanthropy, Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship

Listen to 350+ interviews on philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. Guests include Paul Polman, David Lynch, Siya Kolisi, Cherie Blair, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Bob Moritz, David Miliband and Julia Gillard. Hosted by Alberto Lidji, Visiting Professor at Strathclyde Business School and ex-Global CEO of the Novak Djokovic Foundation. Visit Lidji.org for more information.

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33:15

CEO of the Veddis Foundation, Murugan Vasudevan, on...

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2022/08/15

The Veddis Foundation is based in India and is both a grant-maker and an operating foundation. They make unrestricted, multi-year grants and approach programs with a view to pilot, scale, institutionalise and exit. They’re keen on investing at the intersection of policy, technology and impact. We explore their approach to trust-based philanthropy and learn how they go about building trust among all stakeholders. We get an insider’s look at how they operate and what success looks like at the Veddis

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31:06

Global Head of the Macquarie Group Foundation, Lisa...

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2022/08/08

This episode provides insight into a dynamic corporate foundation and sheds light on the growth of philanthropy in Australia. Macquarie Group is a diversified financial srvices organisation with 18,000 employees; working in 33 markets around the world. Interestingly, the foundation was established at the same time and alongside the company itself. Employee engagement is a key aspect of their philanthropic work. Their matched giving program is generous (matching each employee’s giving up to AUD

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40:29

CEO of the IKEA Foundation, Per Heggenes: a...

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2022/08/01

Per joins us back on the show after last having been with us on 6th September 2020. We continue where we left off and start by looking at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), which the IKEA Foundation set up with the Rockefeller Foundation and the Bezos Earth Fund. GEAPP is working in partnership with countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to operationalise renewable energy transitions and expansions, which will reduce greenhouse gases, extend clean

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47:24

Shannon Elizabeth & Simon Borchert on protecting...

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2022/07/25

Shannon Elizabeth is an actor who is passionate about animal conservation. She has starred in over 50 films and television shows, including American Pie, Scary Movie, Love Actually and That 70’s Show. Simon Borchert has a strong family history of animal conservation in South Africa. Together, this dynamic husband and wife duo are protecting rhinos and strengthening the field of conservation through the work of the Shannon Elizabeth Foundation. We learn about the foundation’s operations, programs,

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35:34

Siddhi Aryal of Vital Strategies introduces us to the...

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2022/07/18

Unhealthy environments have been linked to a range of significant health risks to children, including premature birth, stillbirth, increased lifelong risk for brain and behavioural problems, respiratory disorders, cardiovascular disease, cancers, dysfunction of hormonal and reproductive systems, and more. Globally, more than 1 in 4 childhood deaths under 5 years of age are attributable to unhealthy environments—a statistic that will continue to rise as climate change magnifies the world’s most

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37:15

CEO of Atlas Corps, Bidjan Nashat, on building a...

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2022/07/11

If you ever wondered how to create a truly diverse talent pool and intentionally attract the next generation of leaders from countries not usually represented in senior management teams, this episode will inform you and show you how some of the world’s leading organisations are embracing this challenge. Atlas Corps was founded in 2006. They are a non-profit, a social enterprise and a registered 501(c)(3) in the United States. Their Fellowship program identifies strong talent and human capital

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38:39

CEO of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, Anne Aslett,...

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2022/07/04

Great advances in medical treatments enable most people with HIV to live lives with life expectancy comparable to the general population. Unfortunately, stigma and negative social norms persist and must be tackled. The Elton John AIDS Foundation is a global grant-making foundation focused on ending the AIDS epidemic. They’re based in London and New York, they fund services on the ground and organisations that are working in the field in up to 50 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, South East Asia,

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40:04

How to tackle the food crisis? Lawrence Haddad,...

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2022/06/27

In light of so many indicators pointing in the wrong direction, what can we do with the resources and powers at our disposal to tackle the food crisis and drive forward improved nutrition? This conversation provides clear suggestions and insight for philanthropists, business leaders and policymakers alike -- the case for improved nutrition has never been stronger. Thank you for downloading this episode of The Do One Better Podcast. Visit our website at Lidji.org for information on nearly 200

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32:14

Zane Wilemon, Co-Founder of the Ubuntu Life...

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2022/06/20

In this episode we bring you a heart-warming interview with Zane Wilemon – an ordained priest from Texas who embraced social entrepreneurship in Kenya and improved the lives of children and women through philanthropy and commerce. We hear how Zane’s philanthropic work led to the creation of Ubuntu Life, a successful social enterprise that is backed by social investors and whose products made it into Whole Foods and were recognised by Oprah Winfrey on her 2020 ‘Favorite Things List'. Proceeds from

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30:02

What if you left your career in investment banking in...

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2022/06/13

In this episode we focus on the power of regenerative agriculture and why you, as a consumer, can literally eat your way to a better world. We speak with Angus McIntosh, who is better known in South Africa as 'Farmer Angus'. He grew up on a cattle ranch in Kwa-Zulu Natal. Studied Management Accounting at Stellenbosch University before stockbroking for Goldman Sachs in London. Declined the offer of promotion, left his job and moved to South Africa. Built a clay home with inspiration from various

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35:02

Shane Ryan, Global Executive Director of the Avast...

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2022/06/06

On this episode, we are talking with Shane Ryan, Global Executive Director of the Avast Foundation. Many of you who use a computer day in and day out will recognise the Avast brand — they are one of the world’s leading antivirus software providers. We are going to be talking with Shane about equity and inclusion within the digital space, and to kick things off, here’s a sobering statistic: According to the United Nations, nearly 3 billion people, or 37% of the global population, have never been

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30:17

Cath Dovey, Co-Founder of the Beacon Collaborative,...

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2022/05/30

The Beacon Collaborative exists to encourage more private assets to be used for public good. It is a focal point where philanthropists can come together, share ideas and learn from each other – and where organisations can collaborate to support them on their donor journeys. We explore the barriers and opportunities in giving philanthropically; the intergenerational dynamics within families; the regulatory environment; the value of relationships between donors and charities and ways in which

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32:53

Olivia Leland, Founder and CEO of Co-Impact, on their...

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2022/05/23

Prior to founding Co-Impact in 2017, Olivia served as Founding Director of the Giving Pledge, an effort launched by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett. Co-Impact, brings together partners from around the world to drive forward just and inclusive systems change. They’re operating in 13 countries in Africa, Latin America and Asia. Funding comes from philanthropists, institutions, corporates and social change leaders; and their program partners are locally-rooted organisations that are working

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31:36

CEO of Porticus, Melanie Maas Geesteranus. Porticus...

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2022/05/16

In this episode, we learn about Porticus’ global operations and explore the importance of participation, building networks, developing programs from the ground up and driving systems change. Since 1995, Porticus has coordinated the philanthropic endeavours of the Brenninkmeijer family, continuing a tradition of social engagement stretching back as far as 1841. Porticus works in 65 countries and has offices around the world. They have 1,500 partners with whom they aim to improve the world. Despite

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37:37

Caroline Casey, Founder of the Valuable 500, on...

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2022/05/09

The Valuable 500 is using the power of business to drive lasting change for the 1.3 billion people around the world who are living with a disability. They are a collective of 500 businesses and CEOs, chaired by Paul Polman (former CEO of Unilever), who are innovating for disability inclusion, and who include some of the most recognised firms and brands around the world: Google, Microsoft, Apple, Deloitte and Barclays, to name a few. These 500 companies represent 22 million employees around the

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38:30

Let’s leverage data to drive forward the Sustainable...

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2022/05/02

Learn how the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation is making an impact; helping non-profit organisations by advancing AI and data solutions to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all. Claudia Juech is Vice President of Data and Society at the Patrick. J. McGovern Foundation and was Managing Director for Strategic Insights at the Rockefeller Foundation. Her career has been all about using data for decision making – first in the financial sector in Germany and more recently at the

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35:47

James Chen: Moonshot philanthropy and providing...

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2022/04/25

James Chen has dedicated the last 20 years to addressing the issue of poor vision. He founded Clearly, a global campaign to educate the public and world leaders and raise the profile of the issue — championing innovation and spreading best practices that help make sight tests and affordable glasses available to all, as well as connecting people committed to tackling this issue so we can all be a catalyst for change. As part of this work, James convinced 52 countries at the Commonwealth Heads of

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39:02

Gemma Bull and Tom Steinberg on modern grantmaking...

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2022/04/18

Grantmaking is imperfect and full of opportunities for improvement. We explore a range of topics, including (1) trust-based philanthropy; (2) power imbalances; (3) participatory grantmaking; and (4) striving to make grantmaking more accessible, equitable and empathetic. Tom and Gemma are authors of the book ‘Modern Grantmaking’, which provides useful tips for professionals in this field and instils a belief that better is possible. Thank you for downloading this episode of The Do One Better Podcast

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31:18

Let’s eliminate poverty in India within our lifetime!...

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2022/04/11

Let's transform India into a poverty-free country within our lifetime. A fascinating conversation full of ambition to improve the lives of millions of people. The/Nudge Institute is an action institute that works with governments, markets, and civil society to build resilient livelihoods for all. Over 364 million Indians live below the poverty line. At The/Nudge Institute, they believe that it is within our collective means to ensure that every Indian lives a life with dignity out of

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41:03

Social Investing at scale in Australia: a...

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2022/04/04

Michael Traill is Chair of Australia’s largest foundation, the Paul Ramsay Foundation, and co-founder of For Purpose Investment Partners. Michael also co-founded Macquarie Group’s private equity arm, was Chief Executive of Social Ventures Australia and holds a Harvard MBA. This episode provides key insight and detail for anyone who wishes to leverage private capital for social good. We explore a range of topics including: (1) An overview of philanthropy in Australia today. (2) Going beyond

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