GCRF-CDT Lunch Discussion: Philanthropy and the Sustainable Development Goals: what role for private donors?

Join Dr Beth Breeze, philanthropy academic and director of the Global Challenges Doctoral Centre at the University of Kent, for a discussion about the pros and cons of philanthropic individuals and institutions becoming involved in tackling global challenges. Should the resources of private donors be welcomed alongside public funding, or should we beware encouraging unelected wealthy elites to extend their power and influence on the global stage? Are some SDGs more or less suitable for private support, and what motivates rich donors to choose certain causes? Dr Breeze, author of ‘Richer Lives: why rich people give’ (2013) and ‘The Logic of Charity’ (2016) will map out the contours of the debate and invite you to share your perspectives. She also hopes to learn about your experiences in the Doctoral Centre at Durham to help inform plans for the equivalent Centre at the University of Kent.