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Our seventh annual Funder Partner Co-Lab explored how we can collectively empower India's young learners. From conversations on shifting learner aspirations to the role of technology and government systems, we talked about the support young people need to thrive. We shared insights from the field and talked of the young person leading the change and shifting the agency to decide from us to the learner.  These conversations weren’t just about the perspectives of philanthropists, CSR representatives, or nonprofits like us — they were a collaborative dialogue, united as partners and investors in social impact. #SocialImpact #Partnerships #Philanthopy #CorporateSocialResponsibility #DevelopmentSector #FutureFocused #InnovativePartnerships #TechForGood #NonProfit Accenture in India | Amazon | Cisco | Cognizant | Dasra | Kantar | LGT Venture Philanthropy | SAP 

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"If you want to drive significant impact, you have to think about philanthropy differently; looking at actual outcomes and not just attribution." Ashish Dhawan, Core Founder of Accelerate Indian Philanthropy (AIP) & Founder-CEO of The Convergence Foundation (TCF). Ashish exemplifies purpose-driven giving, focused on driving transformative impact. In this video as part of our #CelebratingPhilanthropy series, he shares powerful insights on rethinking philanthropy - to look beyond immediate results and channel resources scalable over time toward meaningful, long-term outcomes. His journey is testament that true change happens when we place purpose over recognition and collective progress over individual milestones. Let’s celebrate #philanthropy that fuels shared responsibility and visionary leadership!  #TransformativeGiving #SharedPurpose #VisionaryLeadership #SystemicChange #ImpactPhilanthropy #LegacyAndImpact Watch the full video - https://lnkd.in/gDga_iZA

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Learn from our eminent expert Dr Abhishek Lakhtakia, Join NCN workshop on Advanced Techniques in Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) for the Social Sector to boost your professional skills. Achieve desired SROI and gain appreciation from fundraisers, board of directors, and CEOs. In this session, you would learn about the Data Collection - Quantitative and qualitative data collection methods What to expect from this session:  Effectively managing dispersed and remote project interventions, ensuring comprehensive tracking and evaluation of events on the ground.  Overcoming M&E challenges with diverse implementation units and collaboration with multiple partners.  Importance of tracking outreach achieved and outputs delivered for informed decision-making and timely adjustments.  Conducting baseline studies as reference points to assess project changes and define benchmarks for measuring progress.  Best practices for data collection at various monitoring stages: - Progress/implementation monitoring of human, financial, and physical resources. Ideal frequency: updated monthly, reported quarterly and annually. - Process monitoring to support regular progress monitoring, assess institutional changes, and identify management responses. Ideal frequency: quarterly/half-yearly. - Continuous results monitoring to track and measure project outcomes effectively. Dates: 19-20-21, June'2024 Time: 03:00 PM – 05:30 PM (2.5 hours daily) Mode: Virtual Register Now: https://bit.ly/4bgp1Q8 Don't miss out on this chance to learn from our experts and network with like-minded professionals. For discounts and queries, contact Shivika at [email protected] or 9717314507. #M&EWorkshop #CSR #SROI #DataCollection #SocialSector #NCNWorkshop #ProfessionalDevelopment #RemoteProjectManagement #MonitoringAndEvaluation #Sustainability #Fundraising #NGO #SocialImpact #BaselineStudies #ProgressMonitoring #ProcessMonitoring #ResultsMonitoring #VirtualWorkshop #RegisterNow #Networking #ProfessionalSkills #NationalCSRNetwork

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To truly embrace cooperative federalism, we must tie financial assistance to tangible social outcomes, write Srinath Sridharan and Harshit Pai. Read #NDTVProfitOpinion

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A phone of her own: Digital gap’s fallout on young women in rural India - https://lnkd.in/gT-ntUHV, For the best experience read this on The Hindu App. https://bit.ly/THNewsApp

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Presenting 'Bytes: Practical Research for CSR'. A simple idea born out of Give Grants's daily interactions with friends, clients and colleagues in the #CSR world. There is a massive amount of evidence-based-research out there that can guide grant-makers on what works and what doesn't. But, it is not readily accessible by the person who needs it most. Bytes is a small step in that direction. The first one in this series is about 'Trail bridges and gravel roads' ... a low-cost yet highly effective intervention. If you ever wondered what 'leverage' really means, this is the answer. PS: Tell us what you think about #Bytes ... no other way for us to know if this is indeed useful ! atul satija #bytesforCSR #bytestrailbridges

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I'm excited to share insights from my book, "Public Service Delivery: Does Accountability and Local Institutions Matter?" which delves into the critical role of accountability in child nutrition programs in India. This research bridges the gap between theoretical concepts of governance and their real-world impact on public services like literacy, healthcare, and law enforcement. By analyzing how different local institutions influence service delivery, the book provides valuable policy insights and practical recommendations for improving public health interventions. It emphasizes the importance of strong local institutions and holistic approaches to address structural weaknesses and enhance accountability mechanisms. Understanding how users, especially the poor, engage with public health services can help design more inclusive and effective programs. This work is beneficial for policymakers, academics, researchers, and NGOs, offering data-driven insights to inform equitable public policies and improve service delivery. Enhanced accountability and governance can significantly reduce child malnutrition and improve maternal health outcomes, contributing to a healthier and more equitable society. I'm looking forward to engaging with readers and stakeholders on how we can collaboratively enhance public service delivery in many social sector programmes in education, health, nutrition and rural development. For more details, check out the infographic Poster below! 📊 #PublicServiceDelivery #ChildNutrition #Accountability #Governance #India

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Can financial inclusion increase the intra-household bargaining power of women in India? Economics area PhD scholar Shivali Sharma’s thesis explores how these factors drive structural transformation and overall development. From a policy perspective, understanding the interplay between financial inclusion and market access is crucial as it could inform strategies that enhance economic resilience, promote inclusive growth, and foster sustainable development. Check out Shivali's in-depth breakdown of her research below 👇 IIM Bangalore PhD #IIMB #IIMBPhD #FinancialInclusion #InclusiveGrowth

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The podcast "Equity In Philanthropy | FED Dialogues" is an insightful conversation where Ashish Dhawan his vision for India's economic growth, emphasizing the critical role of skill development and labor-intensive exports. He highlights how philanthropy can effectively contribute to systemic change, focusing on high-impact areas to achieve substantial social and economic progress. Key highlights from the podcast: Economic growth fuels human development: There exists a powerful link between economic growth and improvements in education, healthcare, and poverty reduction. Expanding the economic pie ultimately benefits everyone, with this belief rooted in witnessing the positive impact of economic growth in countries like China. India's potential as a global economic leader: India has the potential to become a manufacturing powerhouse and a leading provider of skilled services to the global market. Dhawan outlines a roadmap for achieving this ambitious goal, focusing on specific sectors where India can excel. Harnessing labor-intensive exports: There is an emphasis on prioritizing labor-intensive exports to drive job creation and capture a larger share of the global market. India's competitive advantage lies in its abundant workforce and cost-effectiveness compared to other developing countries. Skilling aligned with market demand: There is a need to design skill-development programs that cater directly to the demands of the global market. This strategic approach will ensure individuals acquire in-demand skills, increasing employability and contributing directly to India's economic expansion. The emphasis on outcome-oriented, market demand-led skilling programs resonates deeply with D&A’s latest work on designing skilling and employment programs. These initiatives leverage an outcome-based financing model in partnership with leading skilling ecosystem partners. The skilling initiative will incorporate a gender-inclusive approach and consider contextual and social factors in identifying employment opportunities to improve female labor force participation in India. 🔗 Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gsu3pTxK

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📣 The International Labour Organization's new report highlights how SEWA Cooperative Federation empowers women in India's informal sector through the cooperative model. 💡 From digital literacy to financial services, SEWA strengthens women-led enterprises, advocating for a more equitable economy. Read our full article ➡ https://shorturl.at/inVVz

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"System reform is a slow but long-term journey. You need funders who can come on board as partners and are willing to stay the course for that strategic priority, both in terms of funding and collaboration." Watch Shaveta Sharma-Kukreja, CEO and MD, Central Square Foundation, discuss the non-profit's initial steps toward system reform. To learn more about how to create systemic impact, read our report here: https://lnkd.in/gRRawztR India Impact Sherpas | Raghu Gullapalli | Soumitra Pandey | Bikkrama Daulet Singh

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Resource justice tackles gender-based violence by challenging inequality and discrimination. The practice of resource justice is about reversing power hierarchies in funding practices and stands for co-created funding agendas. Resource justice is key for creating a safer, more equal world. To know more read our blog - https://lnkd.in/g9hHQ7ua  #16days #NoExcuse #InvestInWomen #ResourceJustice #GenderEquality

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“If financial inclusion is to be achieved, financial literacy has to be addressed first.” Pahle India Foundation (PIF)'s recent report titled ‘Assessment of Financial Literacy Centres Haryana and Sikkim’, assesses the efficiency of #FinancialLiteracy Centres in #Sikkim and #Haryana. The study provides important insights into the access to #FinancialLiteracy tools in these regions along with measuring the financial understanding through the scores for disaggregated indicators. Harshvardhan Singh | Jyoti Yadav | Rajiv Kumar | Ravi Pokharna | Ankeetaa Mahesshwari | Ankita Srivastava | Surabhi Santhosh Read the report here - https://lnkd.in/d5TAwS-M

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National Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility (#NCCSR2024) #RegisterNow for High-Level Panel IV: Precision Impact: Crafting CSR Thematic Metrics from SDGs 📅 Date: Oct 3, 2024 🕛 Time: 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM 📌 Venue: The Lalit, New Delhi Join us for an insightful session on "Precision Impact: Crafting CSR Thematic Metrics from SDGs," where industry leaders, CSR practitioners, sustainability experts, and policymakers will explore how businesses can effectively align their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As CSR transitions from a goodwill gesture to a strategic necessity, the development of targeted thematic metrics becomes crucial for delivering measurable and impactful outcomes. This session will provide valuable insights on tailoring CSR initiatives to specific SDG-related areas such as education, healthcare, climate action, and gender equality. Attendees will learn frameworks and tools for crafting precise metrics that enhance transparency, accountability, and stakeholder trust. 🔗Don’t miss this opportunity—Register now: https://lnkd.in/gqfRpTcQ Supported by: GAIL (India) Limited Jindal Steel & Power Ltd. UNICEF India HCLFoundation Spark Minda Garima Dadhich Dr. Ravi Raj Atrey Annu Y. Shivangi V. Shubhangi Singh Sanjay Joshi Tejasvi Murti Nikhil Singh Sheetal Agrawal Suraj Singh #NCCSR2024 #CSR #Leadership #Sustainability #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #SDGs #MCA #IICA #India #UN #UnitedNations #ESG #ViksitBharat #Gandhi #Event #Corporate

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Harshit & I write that India's approach to #cooperative #federalism should evolve by linking #state #loans from the central #government to the improvement of #socialindicators, rather than just #economic metrics. While states have been granted increased borrowing limits during #pandemic crises, the focus has primarily been on fulfilling specific economic conditions rather than measuring social progress. The piece highlights the disparities in human development across states, particularly in the BIMARU+ regions, and suggest that tying financial assistance to improvements in social indicators could incentive states to prioritise effective #governance, address horizontal inequities, and ultimately lead to more inclusive and sustainable growth for the entire nation. https://lnkd.in/dM-8yF75 NDTV Profit #CooperativeFederalism #SocialIndicators #StateLoans #EconomicDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #BIMARU #IndiaDevelopment #PolicyReform #SustainableGrowth #GoodGovernance

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How do we create a partnership between govt & entrepreneurs where we can share the risk? Can we as a collective society, innovate, to solve big problems? Highlights from my discussion with Arun Gupta

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Join us for a virtual learning session to explore key highlights from the India Philanthropy Report 2024, co-published by Dasra and Bain & Company! This webinar will delve into the emerging trends and pockets of opportunities shaping the domestic giving landscape in India. It will also decode these highlights and discuss their implications for different stakeholder groups. Date: 29th August, 2024 Time: 5 to 6 PM IST Scan the QR code below or use the link to register: https://lnkd.in/dVaNqa-f Stay tuned for more updates! #webinar #IndiaPhilanthropyReport #Philanthropy #Giving #Givingtrends #Development #CSR #NGOs #Nonprofits

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How India moving fast on system wide focus on foundational learning through inspiring national programme.

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Commercialising of academic research is still in nascent stages in India -- less than 1% of the 40,000-odd educational institutes in the country invest in deep research. But with proper innovation, a boom might not be too far away. Funds, then, will follow, and so will jobs in the segment. Here's what #WadhwaniFoundation , #AICTE Chairman and #IIT Directors have to say on the subject. https://lnkd.in/g24MrEFA

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