Why Policy for Philanthropy is Policy for Good
The unforeseen challenges and deep uncertainties experienced over the last almost 18 months continue to impact and will do so for some time to come. Collectively as a society we face testing times, as post-pandemic we strive to address needs emerging in addition to those remaining unaddressed from pre pandemic times.
According to a newly launched report by Rethink Ireland, the Covid-19 pandemic has had a disadvantageous effect on women’s economic mobility. The report ‘The Impact of Covid-19 on Women’s Economic Mobility’ was launched on June 7th, 2021.
Reflecting on the learning for philanthropy through the crisis phase of COVID 19, contributors at our recent Member Networking event emphasised the power of collaboration, the importance of listening and the value of sharing insights and knowledge
“When we invest in women and girls, we are investing in the people who invest in everyone else.”— Melinda Gates ‘Ahead of her time’ is a
It is hard to believe that it is now 12 months since the pandemic began to rapidly accelerate across the world. So much has happened
On the 19th November last Philanthropy Ireland, in association with EVPA, convened a seminar to look at developments and opportunities in social investing and critically,
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Joe Quinsey, currently CEO of DCU Educational Trust, has over 30 years’ senior-level experience covering both industry and the non-profit sector. Previous non-profit roles include CEO of The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation and Director of Change for the Rehab Group, whilst his industry experience includes senior finance, commercial and general management roles in blue chip multi-nationals, Diageo and CRH. A chartered management accountant by profession, Joe also holds an MBA from Dublin City University
Bríd advises clients on matters relating to governance, conduct, regulation and compliance. Previous engagements include working as Authorised Officer for the Central Bank of Ireland on conduct related issues; advising an international insurance group on the authorisation process and also an international banking group on compliance relating to its private banking business. She has significant experience in Individual Accountability, Fitness and Probity having advised both Irish and UK institutions on their obligations in these areas.
