Moonshot: Making the Equality Fund

Moonshot: Making the Equality Fund

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Moonshot: Making the Equality Fund dives into the creation of one of the most ambitious feminist funds in the world. Across three episodes, we uncover the bold vision, relentless challenges, and groundbreaking collaborations that shaped the Equality Fund. Hear from trailblazing leaders like The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Dr. Peggy Antrobus, Joanna Kerr, and Theo Sowa as they share their personal stories and lessons learned in building a new model of feminist philanthropy. From building on...
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PART 3: From Policy to Promise (ENGLISH)

Sep 17th, 2024 9:40 PM

In the final episode of our three-part series, we spotlight the pivotal role Canadian ministers played in launching the Equality Fund. Discover how key leaders united government, philanthropy, and the private sector to reshape global development funding and advance women's rights worldwide. Episode 3 takes you inside as we reveal how these champions made the bold case for the Equality Fund's innovative model and its critical impact.Recommended reading:Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy is key to addressing our biggest global challengesNow is the time for Canada’s feminist foreign policyFollow guests on this episode:Nicky McIntyre - LinkedIn, X, FacebookMonica Aleman - LinkedIn, XThe Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau - LinkedIn, XThe Honourable Maryam Monsef - LinkedIn, XThe Honourable Karina Gould - LinkedIn, XFollow the Equality Fund:LinkedIn - @Equality FundX - @equality_fundInstagram - @equalityfundFacebook - @equalityfundCACredits:Artwork - Kamo Frank - @kamofrank_Producer - Katie Jensen, @vocalfrystudiosEquality Fund Team - Amina Doherty, Tatiana Buba, Sarah Matsushita, Catherine Hodgson, Nicole Fischer, and Joe Voeller

PART 2: The Winning Bid (ENGLISH)

Sep 17th, 2024 9:30 PM

In our second episode, we explore the Equality Fund’s groundbreaking investment model, merging investment with activism to fuel feminist movements. Jess Tomlin and guests Manisha Mehta, Rajasvini Bhansali, Keely Tongate, and Mebrat Beyene discuss the challenges of scaling resources and the risks of funder strings. From the bid process to the final decision at Women Deliver 2019, we examine how shifting capital and power can drive lasting change for rights-based movements.Recommended reading:Gender Lens Investing is the Future of Sustainable Finance. So How Can You Lead the Change?How your investments can build a better worldLet’s Talk About Feminists and InvestingFocused on the North Star: Our Investment Theory of ChangeFollow guests on this episode:Rajasvini Bhansali - TwitterMebrat Beyene - LinkedIn, XKeely Tongate - LinkedInManisha Mehta - LinkedInFollow the Equality Fund:LinkedIn - @Equality FundX - @equality_fundInstagram - @equalityfundFacebook - @equalityfundCACredits:Artwork - Kamo Frank - @kamofrank_Producer - Katie Jensen, @vocalfrystudiosEquality Fund Team - Amina Doherty, Tatiana Buba, Sarah Matsushita, Catherine Hodgson, Nicole Fischer, and Joe Voeller

PART 1: From Match to Movement (ENGLISH)

Sep 17th, 2024 9:20 PM

In our debut episode, we dig into the origins of the Equality Fund. Our story spans decades—what were those early movement-building days like? How did leaders tackle fierce resistance and channel those lessons into creating a $1 billion fund? We’re bringing you insights from those who lived it, and who helped turn vision into reality.Recommended reading:High hopes and high expectations for resourcing feminist movements: recommendations to the Equality FundShared Hopes: Equality Fund’s Response to the High Hopes, High Expectations Consultation RecommendationsFollow guests on this episode:Joanna Kerr - LinkedInMebrat Beyene - LinkedIn, XNicky McIntyre - LinkedIn, X, FacebookKat Im-Jenkins - LinkedIn, XMonica Aleman - LinkedIn, XBea Gonzalez - LinkedInFollow the Equality Fund:LinkedIn - @Equality FundX - @equality_fundInstagram - @equalityfundFacebook - @equalityfundCACredits:Artwork - Kamo Frank - @kamofrank_Producer - Katie Jensen, @vocalfrystudiosEquality Fund Team - Amina Doherty, Tatiana Buba, Sarah Matsushita, Catherine Hodgson, Nicole Fischer, and Joe Voeller

PARTIE 3 : De la politique aux promesses (FRANÇAIS)

Sep 17th, 2024 8:30 PM

Dans le dernier épisode de notre série en trois parties, nous mettons en lumière le rôle essentiel joué par les ministres canadiens dans le lancement du Fonds Égalité. Découvrez comment des leaders clés ont uni le gouvernement, la philanthropie et le secteur privé pour remodeler le financement du développement mondial et faire progresser les droits des femmes dans le monde entier. L'épisode 3 vous emmène à l'intérieur et vous révèle comment ces champions ont défendu avec audace le modèle innovant du Fonds Égalité et son impact critique.Lecture recommandée :La Politique d’aide internationale féministe du Canada est essentielle pour relever les plus grands défis mondiauxIl est temps de mettre en place une politique étrangère féministe au Canada (Anglais seulement)Suivez les invités de cet épisode :Nicky McIntyre - LinkedIn, X, FacebookMonica Aleman - LinkedIn, XL'honorable Marie-Claude Bibeau - LinkedIn, XL'honorable Maryam Monsef - LinkedIn, XL'honorable Karina Gould - LinkedIn, XSuivez le Fonds pour l'égalité : LinkedIn - @Equality FundX - @equality_fundInstagram - @equalityfundFacebook - @equalityfundCACrédits :Maquette - Kamo Frank, @kamofrank_Productrice - Katie Jensen, @vocalfrystudiosÉquipe du Fonds Égalité - Amina Doherty, Tatiana Buba, Sarah Matsushita, Catherine Hodgson, Nicole Fischer, and Joe Voeller

PARTIE 2 : L'offre gagnante (FRANÇAIS)

Sep 17th, 2024 8:20 PM

Dans notre deuxième épisode, nous explorons le modèle d'investissement révolutionnaire du Fonds Égalité, qui fusionne l'investissement et l'activisme pour alimenter les mouvements féministes. Jess Tomlin et ses invitées Manisha Mehta, Rajasvini Bhansali, Keely Tongate et Mebrat Beyene discutent des défis liés à l'augmentation des ressources et des risques liés à l'étranglement des bailleurs de fonds. Du processus d'appel d'offres à la décision finale lors de Women Deliver 2019, nous examinons comment le déplacement des capitaux et du pouvoir peut entraîner un changement durable pour les mouvements fondés sur les droits.Lecture recommandée :Gender Lens Investing is the Future of Sustainable Finance. So How Can You Lead the Change? (Anglais seulement)How your investments can build a better world (Anglais seulement)Parlons féminisme et investissementNotre étoile polaire : la théorie du changement de l’investissementSuivez les invités de cet épisode :Rajasvini Bhansali - TwitterMebrat Beyene - LinkedIn, XKeely Tongate - LinkedInManisha Mehta - LinkedInSuivez le Fonds pour l'égalité : LinkedIn - @Equality FundX - @equality_fundInstagram - @equalityfundFacebook - @equalityfundCACrédits :Maquette - Kamo Frank, @kamofrank_Productrice - Katie Jensen, @vocalfrystudiosÉquipe du Fonds Égalité - Amina Doherty, Tatiana Buba, Sarah Matsushita, Catherine Hodgson, Nicole Fischer, and Joe Voeller

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