In London on 7th May 2026, Global Philanthropic will bring together some of the most influential voices in philanthropy, policy and humanitarian response for Talking Philanthropy London 2026, marking the first forum in its tenth anniversary year and setting the tone for a decade defined by action, not just intent.

Hosted in partnership with Altrata, this invitation only gathering will explore a central question facing the sector today. In a world of growing complexity, shifting power dynamics and structural inequalities, how can philanthropy deploy capital with greater discipline, purpose and impact?

Under the theme Beyond Aid: The Role of Philanthropy in a New World Context, the forum will examine how philanthropy can move beyond traditional models and embrace its role as risk capital, unlocking new approaches to resource mobilisation and long-term systemic change.

As a next-gen leader of the Aziz Foundation, in this Global20 interview, Rahima Aziz BEM opens up about how the charity, established by her father, has grown into a powerhouse of postgraduate support for British Muslim students. With over 670 scholarships awarded so far, the Foundation now offers internships, strategic university partnerships, and wraparound student support. For Rahima, it's the relationships, not just the funding, that are helping young people succeed.

She and Ben Morton Wright speak candidly about the pressures facing her generation, from mental health to climate anxiety, and why philanthropy must evolve to meet these challenges. Rahima shares honest reflections about being both inspired by (and slightly intimidated by) the power and potential of her peers.

Her vision for the next decade? Deeper community ties, greater care and a space where every scholar feels seen and supported. It's not just about scale, it's about depth and leading with real heart.

Talking Philanthropy 2024 has been a forum of truly remarkable conversations, uniting brightest minds, passionate philanthropists, and dedicated leaders from across the world.

Reflecting on the incredible discussions, I am reminded of the amazing amount of work that goes into making such an event possible. My deepest gratitude to Lady Edwina Grosvenor for her unwavering support, our incredible partners and guest speakers, and the phenomenal Global Philanthropic team who made this extraordinary event a reality.

We are thrilled to announce that Cindy Forde has joined Global Philanthropic's main board as a Non-Executive Director. Cindy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, particularly in the fields of environmental sustainability and education. She is the founder of Planetari, an organisation dedicated to educating and inspiring the next generation to create a thriving world that lives in harmony with nature.

In this interview with Emma Cherniavsky, Chief Executive Officer at UK for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) Emma discusses the organisation's mission to rally public support for refugees and explores how digitalisation is transforming data analysis, donor engagement, and storytelling. In particular she spotlights the "Teach AI" campaign, which encouraged the public to select more positive and empowering images to improve AI-generated representations of refugees.

In this interview with Robin Millington we discuss Planet Tracker's focus on using the financial system to drive sustainability, particularly in materials management, food systems, and financial risks. Robin highlights the use of Natural Language Processing to identify risks in company documents, noting a discrepancy between what companies say in PR and financial documents, particularly regarding plastic risks.

In this interview Bill Abraham, Director of Development at University of London, discusses the impact of digitalisation on philanthropy.

Bill highlights the potential for digitalisation to expand educational opportunities and connect people globally, emphasising the value of digital storytelling in fundraising.

In this interview Hans Pung, President of RAND Europe, highlights how digitalisation is integral to their work. RAND Europe utilises digital tools like podcasts and social media to disseminate research and engage with wider audiences.

Emphasising digital storytelling, Hans underscores its importance in philanthropy, enhancing communication and impact and RAND Europe's collaboration with Global Philanthropic further strengthens their digital initiatives.

In this #Global20 interview which was recorded at an in-person event at Boodle Hatfield's London offices in May 2024, we dive into the potential of digitalisation to amplify philanthropic efforts.

Compere Ben Morton Wright, CEO and Founder of Global Philanthropic, explains how storytelling has always been in the organisation's DNA and our eminent guest speakers, Lady Edwina Grosvenor, Clare Stirzaker (Boodle Hatfield), Emily Thomas (ClientEarth), Srishti Bakshi (Global Philanthropic), Nick Taylor (Altrata) and Geoff Holt MBE (Wetwheels Foundation) share their journeys in philanthropy and leveraging technology for social change.

The speakers emphasise the importance of storytelling, network mapping, and tailoring content to specific channels to maximise impact. They share personal stories of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity, highlighting the importance of pursuing one's passions and overcoming obstacles to achieve goals.

Global Philanthropic hosted an exclusive London event this week in partnership with Altrata and Boodle Hatfield, delving into the intersections of philanthropy and digitalisation. With a commitment to driving positive change in a rapidly evolving digital age, the event convened some of the most brilliant philanthropic thinkers and doers.