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#PolicyTerps never stop learning! 💡 Special thanks to University of Maryland School of Public Policy alumna and President and CEO of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Latanya Mapp '91 MPM '95, for joining us at our commencement and sharing insights and advice to our new graduates as they begin their next chapters. 🧑🎓👨🎓👩🎓 See a friend in the video? Congratulate them them in the comments! https://lnkd.in/eMgC3mn7
While March is Women's History Month, we proudly and fiercely fight for the rights of women every month. Read more about RPA's long history of championing women's rights below.
Sharks are an “umbrella species,” meaning if we protect them, we protect many other species underneath them in the food chain. That's why we're proud to call Shark Conservation Fund (SCF) a sponsored project. Read more about the work its doing to protect our oceans and our planet's sharks here --> https://lnkd.in/e-TgU_KQ
Upon hearing the news of the great Darren Walker’s decision to step down as The Ford Foundation president by the end of 2025, our president and CEO, Latanya Mapp had some powerful words to say about Walker's work. Calling Walker an "icon" and a "beacon," Mapp said Walker has been able to "bring change in ways that many philanthropies have only put rhetoric towards." As one of our top partners, The Ford Foundation continues to change the world for the better every day, and we're proud to continue that partnership. Congratulations on an outstanding tenure, Darren. Read more about his extraordinary accomplishments. Read more here --> https://lnkd.in/gWMpgaGW
To celebrate National Ice Cream Month (Why isn't that every month?), listen to Latanya Mapp, RPA president and CEO, and ImpactFull, Inc. CEO Kristine Michie on the Playfull Podcast. While sharing some ice cream, the two women discuss the importance of play as a feminist superpower. Listen here --> https://lnkd.in/g9cGACbA
RPA enters an exciting new phase under the guidance of CEO and President Latanya Mapp, following her 6-month listening tour engaging internal and external stakeholders worldwide. Upholding RPA's legacy, Latanya has outlined strategic pillars to drive this vision forward! Discover more about our journey here: https://bit.ly/4d0tnLu
"Democracy thrives on the peaceful exchange of ideas..." Read #RPA CEO, Latanya Mapp's statement that emphasizes the importance of unity in condemning violence and ensuring justice.
As someone who has dedicated my personal and professional life to public service, diplomacy and furthering democracy, I unequivocally condemn the assassination attempt on the former US president. Such acts of violence undermine the very principles of democracy and justice that we stand for. It is also a stark reminder of those that have laid down their lives for this country, Dr. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, the civil rights matyrs, as well as the men and women who have served this country in its many wars including my father, a disabled Marine, my uncle, a disabled Vietnam veteran, and so many more. Democracy thrives on the peaceful exchange of ideas, the sanctity of the ballot, and the respect for the rule of law. When violence enters this equation, it threatens the principles that bind us as a nation. This attempted assassination of a political figure awakens my unwavering commitment to governance by and for the people and strong resilience in the face of such threats. In fact, violence, in all its forms, whether political, gender based, mass shootings, in the street, in the home, not only seeks to harm but also aims to instill fear, create division, and erode public and private trust. In moments like these, we must reaffirm our dedication to the principles of democracy, including the priority to protect our communities with appropriate gun control legislation ... protect human rights defenders both here and around the world ... protect civilians during war and conflict .... and the list goes on. We must stand united, regardless of political affiliations, in condemning ALL violent acts and ensure that justice is served. Our democracy is strongest when we protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens, uphold the rule of law without discrimination, and engage in constructive dialogue rather than succumbing to violence and hatred. As the CEO of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, an organization dedicated to accelerating philanthropy in pursuit of a just world, we will continue to work towards pluralism, equity and inclusive democracies where all citizens thrive.
At RPA, we're proud to sponsor a range of organizations working to make the world a more just place. Accelerate Resilience L.A. (ARLA) is one of those organizations. ARLA envisions Los Angeles as a climate-resilient region that's safer, healthier, and more prepared for our increasingly dangerous climate reality. ARLA supports the implementation of community-driven living infrastructure at scale across Los Angeles County, advancing community resilience, stabilizing local climates, and regenerating interconnected social and ecological systems. Learn more about this worthy organization and how you can help at acceleratela.org.
Freedom is not free. Democracy takes intention and diligent work to maintain and to strengthen. On this #IndependenceDay, we celebrate our democracy and our hard-won freedoms while we recognize our model of governing is something we must all fight to uphold. Now, more than ever, democracy needs bold funders. We can’t think of a better time to highlight our report Democracy-Focused Philanthropy: Choosing Operating Models for Deeper Impact than on Independence Day. This report serves a guide for funders looking to strengthen the bonds of our democracy while centering racial justice. From all of us at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, we wish you a happy and safe Independence Day! https://lnkd.in/ehur6t2z
Impact evaluation is the heart and soul of philanthropy. How do we know our funds are making the intended impact we desire? Moreover, how do we ensure our grants or our investments are not furthering harm? Impact investing is a growing field within philanthropy, and we’re fortunate to have many subject-matter experts on our team. Tap the link below to dive into our work on inclusive impact evaluations, culturally responsive impact assessments, and more. https://lnkd.in/gJ5k8TBT
As we close out #PrideMonth, we’re proud to highlight one of our sponsored project organizations, the Collective Future Fund. The Fund mobilizes more than 200 organizations to create a violence-free future, combatting hatred based on sexuality, gender, race, or other identities. Put simply by the Fund itself, “We envision a future where all survivors of gendered, sexualized, and racialized violence live in collective safety, with shared abundance, joy, and power.” To learn more about this worthy organization and how you can help, visit CollectiveFutureFund.org.
