Adequate Housing is Key to Women’s Health and Wellbeing
Rapid urbanisation and climate migration, coupled with a global housing crisis, are pushing more families into precarious living conditions.
Climate Finance
In the first episode of the new and improved Money Meets Mission, we discuss the topic of Climate Finance and listen to industry experts, Mr. Alan T. Hsu and Dr. Philip B. Duffy as they discuss along with our podcast interviewer Teymoor Nabili the current climate threats in Asia, decisions being taken and their effectiveness. […]
Integrating the Pandemic’s Impact Into the New Normal – the New Zealand Experience
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Aotearoa New Zealand has escaped the worst impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our country has had comparatively few cases of Covid, and we have only experienced one major lockdown nationwide, although our biggest city Auckland has been more impacted by four lockdowns.
Investing in a Better Future in Asia: Through the Lens of ESG Funds
ESG investing, and more specifically ‘E’ is likely to take center stage in Asia as climate impact is forecasted to hit the region the hardest. The COVID pandemic has heightened this awareness of ESG risks and subsequent flow of capital towards more responsible investments further. ESG Funds have since become a viable pathway for some […]
Investing in Technology to Enhance Impact in a Post-COVID World
Asian technology enabled businesses are increasingly pivotal to the region’s economic growth and are sought after by investment portfolios around the world. As technology continuously proves itself as a platform with the ability to drive positive global change, the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic effects have only amplified the value it can bring to both portfolios and impact.
Open Call for Application Session APAC Sustainability Seed Fund: Leveraging Technology to Combat Climate Change
The Asia Pacific region, especially low lying and small island countries, is extremely vulnerable to the impacts of climate change such as extreme precipitation events, heat waves, rising sea levels, and loss of biodiversity. The APAC Sustainability Seed Fund is a new landmark initiative catalyzed by AVPN with the support of Google.org and the Asian […]
Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand is the peak body representing and supporting philanthropy and grantmaking in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our members include trusts, foundations, community groups, individuals, investors, local government and iwi. As the hub of philanthropy in New Zealand, we facilitate collaboration and offer practical guidance for anyone with an interest in giving to make the […]
