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Business Standard
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
New Report Reveals How India and Indonesia Are Quietly Powering a Regional Shift in Philanthropic Collaboration
NewsVoir Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 26: A new report launched today by Sattva Consulting, with support from WINGS' #LiftUpPhilanthropy Fund, uncovers the emerging architecture of collaboration for development across South and Southeast Asia. titled Strengthening Collective Impact in South and Southeast Asia, the study offers a first-of-its-kind mapping of how philanthropy support ecosystems (PSEs) are enabling or stalling cross-sector partnerships in seven countries: Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. Drawing on 147 multi-stakeholder partnerships (MSPs) across 13 broad sectors, from climate and food security to education and health, the report highlights both progress and persistent gaps in how philanthropic ecosystems are organised, resourced, and connected. "We're in a moment of profound global uncertainty, marked by conflict, climate extremes, and shrinking aid, where the role of regional philanthropy is more critical than ever. Our research across seven countries reports heartening movements in collective action across topics and stakeholders. Yet, only 13% of multi-stakeholder partnerships (MSPs) include Philanthropy Support Organisations (PSOs) in a backbone role, which is crucial to establishing and scaling collective action, limiting its transformative potential. To respond to today's urgent challenges with the speed, scale, and solidarity they demand, we must invest in building PSO capabilities. Engaging with governments and the private sector is an essential part of establishing sustainable collective action. At Sattva Consulting, we see a clear opportunity to strengthen this ecosystem and unlock the full power of diverse, well-supported MSPs," Aarti Mohan, Co-founder, Sattva Consulting. Some early signals from the report: - India demonstrates the most developed philanthropy support ecosystem in the region, which enables both a significant number of multi-stakeholder partnerships and substantial philanthropic capital flows. In FY 2023-24 alone, approximately USD 280 million in philanthropic capital was directed through MSPs in the country. - Indonesia's MSP ecosystem has promising models in climate and food security, backed by growing domestic philanthropy and evolving private-public collaborations. Regional PSOs have a strong focus on influencing government policies as a means to drive collective action. - Most MSPs are flying without support, only 13% across the region have a philanthropic support organisation (PSO) playing a backbone coordination role, revealing a critical whitespace for ecosystem actors. - Public-Private-Philanthropy Partnerships (PPPPs) are among the most effective approaches for aligning government, private sector, and philanthropic efforts to drive systemic change by influencing policy, fostering innovation, and scaling impactful interventions. - Innovative finance is gaining traction, from India's REVIVE Alliance helping workers and microentrepreneurs to Indonesia's nutrition-focused platforms drawing in private sector investments. But the report isn't just about metrics; it zooms in on how regional collaboration is evolving. It traces the evolution from loosely connected knowledge-sharing networks to more grounded, implementation-focused programmes that inform practice, alongside the emergence of outcomes-based financing models. This is unfolding in parallel with the gradual development of data ecosystems -- all against the backdrop of a persistent gap: the absence of dedicated PSO databases in any country. Together, these shifts reflect a developing ecosystem, gaining momentum toward more coordinated and impactful collective action. "The new report from Sattva highlights just how vital strong philanthropy support ecosystems are to unlocking the full potential of multi-stakeholder partnerships across South and Southeast Asia. It shines a light on where collaboration is working--and where greater support is needed--to drive systemic change across sectors and borders. This is precisely the focus of the #LiftUpPhilanthropy (LUP) Fund, launched by WINGS and generously co-funded by the European Union, which aims to foster deeper connections, stronger ecosystems, and a more enabling environment for philanthropy to catalyse meaningful and lasting impact,"Jodel Dacara, Regional Coordinator for Asia and the Pacific. The study also highlights the role of regional conveners like Asian Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN), Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA), and Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) in strengthening collaboration across borders. The full report includes country-specific analyses, best practices for enabling MSPs, and actionable recommendations for ecosystem actors working to drive more effective and collaborative development outcomes across the region. Sattva Consulting is an Indian-origin global impact consulting firm. Our work spans 25 countries and 5 continents as we engage with communities, businesses and governments to deliver societal impact at scale since 2009. We believe that civil society, business, and government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives. WINGS is a network of over 230 members, consisting of philanthropy associations, networks, academic institutions, support organisations, and funders, across 58 countries, whose purpose is to strengthen, promote and provide leadership on the development of philanthropy and social investment to promote and develop philanthropy and contribute to a more effective and diverse civil society.
Fashion Value Chain
26-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
New Report Reveals How India and Indonesia Are Quietly Powering a Regional Shift in Philanthropic Collaboration
A new report launched today by Sattva Consulting, with support from WINGS' #LiftUpPhilanthropy Fund, uncovers the emerging architecture of collaboration for development across South and Southeast Asia. titled Strengthening Collective Impact in South and Southeast Asia, the study offers a first-of-its-kind mapping of how philanthropy support ecosystems (PSEs) are enabling or stalling cross-sector partnerships in seven countries: Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. Drawing on 147 multi-stakeholder partnerships (MSPs) across 13 broad sectors, from climate and food security to education and health, the report highlights both progress and persistent gaps in how philanthropic ecosystems are organised, resourced, and connected. 'We're in a moment of profound global uncertainty, marked by conflict, climate extremes, and shrinking aid, where the role of regional philanthropy is more critical than ever. Our research across seven countries reports heartening movements in collective action across topics and stakeholders. Yet, only 13% of multi-stakeholder partnerships (MSPs) include Philanthropy Support Organisations (PSOs) in a backbone role, which is crucial to establishing and scaling collective action, limiting its transformative potential. To respond to today's urgent challenges with the speed, scale, and solidarity they demand, we must invest in building PSO capabilities. Engaging with governments and the private sector is an essential part of establishing sustainable collective action. At Sattva Consulting, we see a clear opportunity to strengthen this ecosystem and unlock the full power of diverse, well-supported MSPs,' Aarti Mohan, Co-founder, Sattva Consulting. Some early signals from the report: India demonstrates the most developed philanthropy support ecosystem in the region, which enables both a significant number of multi-stakeholder partnerships and substantial philanthropic capital flows. In FY 2023-24 alone, approximately USD 280 million in philanthropic capital was directed through MSPs in the country. Indonesia's MSP ecosystem has promising models in climate and food security, backed by growing domestic philanthropy and evolving private-public collaborations. Regional PSOs have a strong focus on influencing government policies as a means to drive collective action. Most MSPs are flying without support , only 13% across the region have a philanthropic support organisation (PSO) playing a backbone coordination role, revealing a critical whitespace for ecosystem actors. Public-Private-Philanthropy Partnerships (PPPPs) are among the most effective approaches for aligning government, private sector, and philanthropic efforts to drive systemic change by influencing policy, fostering innovation, and scaling impactful interventions. Innovative finance is gaining traction, from Indias REVIVE Alliance helping workers and microentrepreneurs to Indonesia's nutrition-focused platforms drawing in private sector investments. But the report isn't just about metrics; it zooms in on how regional collaboration is evolving. It traces the evolution from loosely connected knowledge-sharing networks to more grounded, implementation-focused programmes that inform practice, alongside the emergence of outcomes-based financing models. This is unfolding in parallel with the gradual development of data ecosystems – all against the backdrop of a persistent gap: the absence of dedicated PSO databases in any country. Together, these shifts reflect a developing ecosystem, gaining momentum toward more coordinated and impactful collective action. 'The new report from Sattva highlights just how vital strong philanthropy support ecosystems are to unlocking the full potential of multiâ'stakeholder partnerships across South and Southeast Asia. It shines a light on where collaboration is working-and where greater support is needed-to drive systemic change across sectors and borders. This is precisely the focus of the #LiftUpPhilanthropy (LUP) Fund, launched by WINGS and generously coâ'funded by the European Union, which aims to foster deeper connections, stronger ecosystems, and a more enabling environment for philanthropy to catalyse meaningful and lasting impact,'Jodel Dacara, Regional Coordinator for Asia and the Pacific. The study also highlights the role of regional conveners like Asian Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN), Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA), and Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) in strengthening collaboration across borders. The full report includes country-specific analyses, best practices for enabling MSPs, and actionable recommendations for ecosystem actors working to drive more effective and collaborative development outcomes across the region. About Sattva Consulting Sattva Consulting is an Indian-origin global impact consulting firm. Our work spans 25 countries and 5 continents as we engage with communities, businesses and governments to deliver societal impact at scale since 2009. We believe that civil society, business, and government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our research & advisory services, knowledge platforms and collaborative initiatives. About WINGS WINGS is a network of over 230 members, consisting of philanthropy associations, networks, academic institutions, support organisations, and funders, across 58 countries, whose purpose is to strengthen, promote and provide leadership on the development of philanthropy and social investment to promote and develop philanthropy and contribute to a more effective and diverse civil society.
The Age
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
The gritty countercultural designers taking on the Australian fashion industry
When the future of Australian Fashion Week was thrown into limbo late last year, Alvi Chung, the Sydney-based designer behind Speed, made a decision. As IMG abandoned the event and the Australian Fashion Council took over, Chung and her partner, cultural strategist Daniel Neeson, came up with the idea for WINGS. Billed as 'Australia's Inaugural Fashion Festival', WINGS is a direct response to fashion week's slimmed down schedule – a guerrilla, countercultural romp of a show that has set its sights beyond the traditional catwalk. 'With IMG leaving Fashion Week and the AFC taking over, they have expressed that they've gone more wholesale, and we did see a cut in a few conceptual designers that took more risks,' says Chung, who presented her designs at AFW in 2023 and 2024. 'It's a very pointed message to send someone ... that the industry doesn't support you. So we wanted to create a space emerging designers can look forward to,' says Neeson. Loading Five designers – Catholic Guilt, Speed, Joteo, Amiss and Jody Just – will present their collections this week at Sydney's Plaza Hotel, in an immersive environment including live music, large-scale installations and performance art across three levels. Designer Gail Sorronda has been left off the AFW schedule, while TAFE Fashion Design Studio will not show for the first time in 25 years. Neeson, who spent two decades working in London's music industry, sees the hybrid event as a way to revitalise Sydney's nightlife scene.
Sydney Morning Herald
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
The gritty countercultural designers taking on the Australian fashion industry
When the future of Australian Fashion Week was thrown into limbo late last year, Alvi Chung, the Sydney-based designer behind Speed, made a decision. As IMG abandoned the event and the Australian Fashion Council took over, Chung and her partner, cultural strategist Daniel Neeson, came up with the idea for WINGS. Billed as 'Australia's Inaugural Fashion Festival', WINGS is a direct response to fashion week's slimmed down schedule – a guerrilla, countercultural romp of a show that has set its sights beyond the traditional catwalk. 'With IMG leaving Fashion Week and the AFC taking over, they have expressed that they've gone more wholesale, and we did see a cut in a few conceptual designers that took more risks,' says Chung, who presented her designs at AFW in 2023 and 2024. 'It's a very pointed message to send someone ... that the industry doesn't support you. So we wanted to create a space emerging designers can look forward to,' says Neeson. Loading Five designers – Catholic Guilt, Speed, Joteo, Amiss and Jody Just – will present their collections this week at Sydney's Plaza Hotel, in an immersive environment including live music, large-scale installations and performance art across three levels. Designer Gail Sorronda has been left off the AFW schedule, while TAFE Fashion Design Studio will not show for the first time in 25 years. Neeson, who spent two decades working in London's music industry, sees the hybrid event as a way to revitalise Sydney's nightlife scene.
New Paper
26-04-2025
- Sport
- New Paper
April 27 South Africa (Turffontein/Scottsville) form analysis
Race 1 (1,200m) Race 1 (1,200m) (9) VIPINGO and (8) PRINCESS KEIRA receive a handy 2.5kg sex allowance and can both rival with their male rivals. Well-bred first-timers (4) GEOSTORM and (1) ALPHA WORLD must be monitored in the betting. Race 2 (1,000m) (8) HAPPY ANALIA is in smart form and can double up. (7) ICY ELEANOR has not been out since making a winning debut nearly a year back. She can make a winning return. (1) WINGS OF JOSEPHINE cruised to a comfortable victory last time. She gets another 4kg claimer aboard. (4) VISION TO ACHIEVE can do better this shorter trip. Race 3 (1,450m) (7) CONCORDIA and (2) WINDS OF GRACE appeal most of those with experience, though preference is for the younger latter. Newcomer (10) WITCHING HOUR and (3) MILO'S MILLIONAIRE complete the shortlist. Race 4 (1,400m) (9) PHIL THE FUTER boasts some fair Cape and PE form and should be competitive in this. (3) DANUBE may just have needed his last effort and should have a bright chance here. (4) WINDOW TO MY SOUL can improve on his debut run and the extra furlong should suit. (6) SERGEANT SOQRAT comes from a visiting stable that does well on this course. Race 5 (1,450m) (2) CURTISS CONDOR ran a fast-finishing third on debut over 1,200m. That run and this extended trip should serve his interests. (5) GOLDEN ALEXIA and youngster (8) MIGHTY EAGLE have shown enough to trouble the selection, while (4) MISS TAKES is another open to improvement, especially over the longer trip he is bred to appreciate. Race 6 (1,100m) (1) ISIVIVANE made a winning return after a year off. He jumps in class but should be competitive. (7) FASTNET FILLY is lightly raced and beat the smart Green Sapphire two runs back. (8) TEFLON MAN won last time but with some anxious moments. (11) KING OF THE GAULS is way better than his Cape form. Back on home turf she can surprise. Race 7 (1,600m) (3) TOO LATE MY MATE acquitted herself well at a higher level against males last time. She can return to winning ways. (5) GLAMOROUS LADY bounced back to form last time and can figure if repeating that display. (1) MISS HANNIGAN and (2) SOLDIER'S EYE are consistent hard-knockers. Race 8 (1,100m) (4) KEUKENHOF strolled to a comfortable maiden win on debut, clocking a useful time. (1) WILD WILD GREEN was a beaten favourite in the Cape Nursery last run. Well above average. (6) QUICKSTEPGAL improved when hacking up second-up. (2) WINTER BELLE makes the Highveld trip for her debut. Race 9 (1,600m) Last-start winners (3) WAGRAM and (5) TANA MAREE are genuine candidates for success. (6) STREISAND has a say. (7) GHOSTBUSTER has the form to make his presence felt. Race 10 (1,100m) (2) FORTRESS OF FIRE cruised to an easy debut victory in good time. Stay with him. (5) MILITARY COMMAND makes his local debut after two comfortable Kenilworth wins. Include in exotics. (1) I'M A FIREBALL won comfortably on debut. He takes on stronger but looks progressive. (6) ELEGANTRIX takes on males in what looks to be a warmup for the Allan Robertson. Race 11 (2,000m) (4) WHISPERS OF WAR has found form and consistency since he dropped in the ratings and has won over this distance. He gets the nod ahead of hard-knockers (2) CARNELO and (6) GAMER. Last-start scorer (7) HAT FURIOUS landed a betting coup on his reappearance. Race 12 (1,200m) (2) SUMMER LILY has twice finished behind Asiye Phambili. Now 6.5kg better off at the weights. (8) ASIYE PHAMBILI could again prove a little too good for her younger rivals. (12) GIMMIE'S COUNTESS was run out of it late last start and the drop in trip could better suit. (11) SHIPHOLIA can do better than her last effort. Race 13 (1,200m) (4) HEAVYLIESTHECROWN made a winning track-and-trip debut and she would have come on appreciably. Pays to follow. (3) HALCYON and the returning (2) PENNSYLVANIA (gelded) are lightly raced male rivals with scope to improve. (6) ESPINOZA is not without claims. Race 14 (1,400m) (2) BRISTOL HERCULES has been close-up in all five of his recent outings and is nicely drawn. (13) RICH FOLKS HOAX made a smart local debut. Step-up in trip and handy galloping weight suit. (11) KING OF SPIN has come to hand for his new stable. (14) TYRCONNELL goes very well on this course. Race 15 (1,200m) (7) THERE SHE GOES is awkwardly drawn but the addition of first-time pacifiers may help. (12) TWICE AS WILD is ideally positioned in gate 1 and (10) ORIENTAL BOUQUET is drawn the widest, but both can have a say. (5) KOTINOS appeals most of the remainder.
