Reflecting on the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sinéad Burke, Founder and CEO of Tilting The Lens, emphasized that compliance with the ADA is the floor, not the ceiling. Tune in for the full #IdeasAtFord with Charles Blow conversation, to learn about co-designing with marginalized communities for truly flexible and inclusive solutions. fordf.org/Fashion
Ford Foundation
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
New York, New York 251,206 followers
Around the world, we make grants that support the visionary people and organizations who work to challenge inequality.
About us
The Ford Foundation is a global, grant-making philanthropy that works to disrupt inequality in all its forms. We believe in the inherent dignity of all people. But around the world, too many people are excluded from the political, economic, and social institutions that shape their lives. In addressing this reality, we are guided by a vision of social justice—a world in which all individuals, communities, and peoples work toward the protection and full expression of their human rights; are active participants in the decisions that affect them; share equitably in the knowledge, wealth, and resources of society; and are free to achieve their full potential. Across eight decades, our mission has been to reduce poverty and injustice, strengthen democratic values, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. We work in 11 regional offices around the world and support programs in more than 50 countries.
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http://www.fordfoundation.org
External link for Ford Foundation
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- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1936
- Specialties
- Civic Engagement and Government, Creativity and Free Expression, Future of Work, Advancing human achievement, Gender, Racial, and Ethnic Justice, Internet Freedom, Just Cities and Regions, Natural Resources and Climate Change, and Mission Investments
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Employees at Ford Foundation
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Heather Mason
Founder & CEO, Caspian Agency I Founder, The Impact Lounge I Creative Consultant I Moderator I Speaker
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Sue Keever Watts
Owner of The Keever Group
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Laurence Martinaud
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Jennifer Ponce de León
Author of Another Aesthetics is Possible: Arts of Rebellion in the Fourth World War (Duke U. Press, 2021), Associate Professor, University of…
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“The energy here in India among the philanthropy community is palpable. There is such a sense of arriving as philanthropists, of a desire to work more collectively…” says our very own Darren Walker, in an interview with the India Development Review (IDR). Watch the complete interview: https://lnkd.in/ghKRqfE2
What does Ford Foundation’s philanthropy in India look like? Watch this interview with the president of Ford Foundation, Darren Walker to learn more about the Foundation's journey in India, the importance of centering communities, and the value of failure. 🔗 Story Link: https://lnkd.in/dwRw9HqU 💡 If you know more about what India’s changing philanthropy landscape needs, then please share your insights in the comments or tag someone whose voice should be part of this conversation. . . . IDR is on a mission to create a development sector that is better informed and embraces critical thinking. Join us in our journey, and please consider following our socials.
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Speaking at #IdeasAtFord, Model Alliance founder Sara Ziff highlighted how the essential labor of women and girls in the fashion industry – from garment workers to models – is often overlooked. Hear solutions from her conversation with Charles Blow. fordf.org/Fashion
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During #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, explore the moving legacy of social justice philanthropist Julius Rosenwald. In The Atlantic, Darren Walker delves into his life and impact, including his pioneering work in addressing racial inequality in education. Read more: https://lnkd.in/epbDcMCb #MyJAHM #OurSharedHeritage
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We are proud to support Finding Má, a documentary featuring a Vietnamese American family shattered by the foster care and prison systems. After 20 years apart, they reunite to heal old wounds and rebuild their family, starting with finding their unhoused mother in the streets of Sacramento. https://findingma.com/ #AANHPIHeritageMonth #AANHPI #JustFilms
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Many consider exclusivity synonymous with fashion, but Lindsay Peoples is deepening audience engagement with a more approachable tone and inclusive content. At Black In Fashion Council and The Cut, her work drives the industry towards greater equity and representation in both its narratives and its workforce. fordf.org/Fashion
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Thrilled to announce Margaret Mliwa as the new Regional Director for Ford Foundation's East Africa office! Based in Nairobi, she'll lead efforts across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda supporting open civic space and civil society. https://lnkd.in/e5iJU_ne
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Fashion has the power to amplify some of the most unique voices in our culture. However, despite being a multibillion-dollar industry that impacts and employs countless people, many—including workers and disabled people—are often excluded from the conversation. What could the industry achieve by embracing a new, more inclusive model? Thank you to Sinéad Burke, founder and CEO of Tilting The Lens, Sara Ziff, founder and executive director of the Model Alliance, and Lindsay Peoples, editor-in-chief of The Cut for joining us for an #IdeasAtFord with Charles Blow conversation. Don’t miss the full conversation with trailblazing figures who are working to make the world of fashion more accessible for all. fordf.org/Fashion
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Fashion has the power to amplify some of the most unique voices in our culture. However, despite being a multibillion-dollar industry that impacts and employs countless people, many—including workers and disabled people—are often excluded from the conversation. What could the industry achieve by embracing a new, more inclusive model? Thank you to Sinéad Burke, founder and CEO of Tilting The Lens, Sara Ziff, founder and executive director of the Model Alliance, and Lindsay Peoples, editor-in-chief of The Cut for joining us for an #IdeasAtFord with Charles Blow conversation. Don’t miss the full conversation with trailblazing figures who are working to make the world of fashion more accessible for all. fordf.org/Fashion
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This #AANHPIHeritageMonth, let Clara Wu Tsai's groundbreaking vision to make the NY LIBERTY the first billion-dollar women's sports franchise inspire you. By balancing equality and business in women's sports, she sets a powerful precedent for future #AANHPI leaders. Watch her full #IdeasAtFord conversation with Charles M. Blow: https://lnkd.in/et73psK9