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Book SynopsisChallenging commonly held perceptions of philanthropic organisations, this book brings together a range of interdisciplinary contributors from across the globe to explore the most pressing issues facing those working in and with philanthropy and education. It focuses on the increasing influence of new philanthropic actors on the global education sector, offering a thorough insight into the topic.
This engaging book explores actor relationships in philanthropic and educational spaces, and examines different types of philanthropy, including corporate, family and state giving, as well as examining the latest trends in the field. Chapters build on research from the Global North/Global South, offering a wide range of perspectives on philanthropy and education in Africa, South America, North America and the Middle East. New actors, new partnerships and new roles emerging in philanthropic engagement with the education sector are highlighted, offering insight into innovative approaches to finance and the impact of public-private partnerships.
Suggesting key areas of discussion for future research, this discerning book is a vital read for development studies, philanthropy and globalisation scholars. It also contains critical analysis of the role of philanthropic organisations working in the education space for policy-makers looking to understand the field in more depth.
Trade Review'Philanthropy in Education
offers new, unique and fascinating insights into philanthropic giving in the education world. It shines a light on parts of the world that are often ignored, offers us new perspectives on diverse developments and highlights global trends.' --Susan L. Robertson, University of Cambridge, UK
Table of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction to Philanthropy in Education: Diverse Perspectives and Global Trends Arushi Terway 2. Philanthropic and impact investors: private sector engagement, hybridity and the problem of definition Prachi Srivastava and Robyn Read 3. The IEFG: role of a philanthropic affinity network within global education Megan Haggerty, Bronwen Magrath and Gordana Kelava 4. Tackling the global education crisis: the UBS Optimus Foundation’s use of social finance Maya Ziswiler and Arushi Terway 5. Education and philanthropy in the Middle East and North Africa Natasha Y. Ridge, Susan Kippels and Elizabeth R. Bruce 6. The global growth of higher education philanthropy and fundraising Noah D. Drezner 7. Collaboration in development between U.S. foundations and African universities Fabrice Jaumont and Teboho Moja 8. A will in search of a way: philanthropy in education in Peru Matthew D. Bird and Vicente M. León 9. Corporate social responsibility and education reform in Brazil: a critical analysis Heitor Santos 10. Interrogating corporate philanthropy in education: the case of Nigeria Inyang Udo-Umoren 11. New philanthropy and global policy networks in education: the case of Argentina Iván Matovich and Alejandra Cardini 12. Concluding thoughts: new philanthropy, age-old problems Natasha Y. Ridge Index
