The Future of Philanthropy in Asia: Insights from Singapore

BY SARAH TAM AND KOON PENG OOI, ASIA PHILANTHROPY CIRCLE In March, Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) and Bloomberg co-hosted the Singapore launch of APC’s Future of Asian Philanthropy, a two-part research study that explores how Asian society might look in 2050, and how philanthropy can fulfil its promise as a positive, impactful force in society. Using scenario planning, the report envisions four future scenarios based on three fundamental ‘Driving Forces” that are shaping society in Asia: The launch event brought together a diverse group of philanthropists, private wealth professionals, government, thought leaders, NGOs who reflected on the current society attitudes…

What does the future of philanthropy in Indonesia look like?

BY STACEY CHOE, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, ASIA PHILANTHROPY CIRCLE In February 2023, APC convened a group of leading philanthropists, civil society leaders, and representatives from think-tanks and foundations in Jakarta to ponder such a question. Using our recent research publication, the Future of Asian Philanthropy, as a framework for discussion, the audience set about on a guided journey towards deciphering how the key drivers of state control, social inequality, and civil society cooperation will influence society, and what we should look into now to lead the country towards its best possible outcomes. It was an afternoon of deep, meaningful discussions…

Protecting our climate frontiers: The Oceans of Southeast Asia

BY RAFID A. SHIDQI, SENIOR EXECUTIVE, ASIA PHILANTHROPY CIRCLE The Coral Triangle Region in Southeast Asia is home to some of the most diverse marine life on the planet. Comprising countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Timor Leste, and several Pacific Island nations, the region boasts over 70% of the world’s coral reef species and 37% of all coral reef fish. Its marine resources are crucial to the survival of over 120 million people who depend on them for food, livelihoods, and protection from storms. Despite its importance, the Coral Triangle Region faces threats from unsustainable practices, such as…

Singapore Launch: Future of Asian Philanthropy

28 March 2023 | Singapore The Singapore launch of the Future of Asian Philanthropy reports, hosted by Bloomberg, convened philanthropists, private wealth and banking professionals, non-profit and government representatives to examine how philanthropy can play a role in enabling social mobility in Singapore, and play a role in shaping a flourishing future for the country. The launch featured bold insights from panelists Laurence Lien (Asia Philanthropy Circle), Corinna Lim (AWARE), Dr Mathew Mathews (IPS Social Labs), moderated by Chris Addy (The Bridgespan Group on addressing wealth inequality and enabling social mobility in the country, and invited participants to reflect how…