2025 Agenda

Thursday, September 18, 2025
3:00 - 3:30 pm
3:30 - 4:20 pm
4:30 - 5:20 pm
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Registration
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Welcome and Opening Keynote
Beyond Aid: Reimagining Global Giving
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Networking
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Welcome Reception
Friday, September 19, 2025
8:00 - 8:30 am
8:30 - 9:00 am
9:00 - 10:30 am
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10:45 am - 12:15 pm
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12:30 - 1:20 pm
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1:30 - 2:30 pm​​
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2:30 - 4:00 pm
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4:00 - 4:30 pm
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4:30 - 5:30 pm
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Arrival & Registration
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Morning Networking
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Funder Workshops - Part 1
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Track 1: From Polarization to Participation: Restoring Trust in Institutions
Track 2: Investing with Purpose
Track 3: How to be an Effective International Donor in the New Global Ecosystem
Track 4: Embedding Equity in Global Giving: From Intention to Action
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Refreshments & Networking
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Funder Workshops - Part 2
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Track 1: The Future of Global Media: Reclaiming Truth, Trust, and Impact
Track 2: Finding the Right Fit: Choosing an Investment Advisor Who Shares Your Values
Track 3: Catalyzing Innovation: Philanthropy and Social Entrepreneurship in Africa
Track 4: Mainstreaming Marginalized Voices: How Philanthropy Can Protect the Vulnerable
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Lunch & Networking
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Afternoon Keynote
Preparing for a Future with New Global Challenges
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Funder Workshops - Part 3
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Track 1: Strengthening Civil Society in a Shrinking Civic Space
Track 2: Financing the Future: High-Impact Climate Investing
Track 3: What’s Next for the Philanthropic Sector?
Track 4: Women and Girls Leading Change: Philanthropy That Empowers
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Refreshments &. Networking
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Closing Keynote
Defending Democracy and Philanthropy: A Call to Global Collaboration​