CEO of the @SkollFoundation, former U.S. Ambassador to South Africa, member of the President’s Council on International Affairs at @Yale
Joined November 2012
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There are so many good people doing good things—which is why the @SkollFoundation invests in, champions, & connects social innovators who are already changing their communities. Hear more from our founder @Jeffskoll in the @GatesFoundation's Annual Letter: skoll.wf/3SxMAgb
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#SkollGrantee | On #climateaction, “There can be no global solutions without African leadership & innovation,” writes @OneCampaign’s Bono & @LHSummers. “The #climatecrisis unaddressed will become development in reverse.” Read more via @PostOpinions. skoll.wf/44XmkPd
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All of us at the @SkollFoundation are devasted by the loss of our treasured friend & brilliant colleague Jess Search. She brought laughter, joy & deep insights to everyone she touched. Jess will inspire us forever. This brief video reminds us of all she brought to Skoll.
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I'm happy to announce that @GayleSmith & Dr. Shashi Buluswar have joined our Board. Gayle is a leading expert on international development & health security. Shashi is a scientist & #socent with expertise in energy, food & water security, & global health. skoll.wf/3Pd9iaj
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.@SkollFoundation partner @RippleworksOrg wrote a piece to raise awareness of social ventures' challenges when funding talent development. See how they look to challenge the status quo with a new program offering targeted grants for employee development. skoll.wf/3Hd11AT
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Congratulations to my friend and former colleague Desirée Cormier Smith on being appointed Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice at the @StateDept. This is a tremendous milestone for our country and for the world. state.gov/appointment-of-des…
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We are hiring here @SkollFoundation - Please share widely and interested leaders please apply!
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I’m thrilled to announce that my former colleague and good friend @AsInHey will be the new CEO of @VolunteerMatch. Best wishes to you, Jude, in your new role! We miss you at the Skoll Foundation.
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So thrilled to welcome @commonfutureco @FinancingAllian @mapbiomas @ndncollective @NooraHealth @_nossas to our #SkollAwardee community! Facing global challenges, these social innovators have never had a bigger role to play & have never needed more support skoll.org/2022awards
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While my dear friend, former boss, and mentor, Secretary Madeline Albright is no longer with us, I find tremendous inspiration from her posthumous op-ed that appeared in the Washington Post: washingtonpost.com/opinions/…
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Congratulations to my colleague @laspindle on her appointment as President of the Samueli Family Philanthropies. I look forward to continuing to work with her as a member of the @SkollFoundation Board of Directors, as well as in her new role: samueli.org/new-president-li…
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I am deeply saddened today by the loss of my friend and former boss @Madeleine: skoll.wf/3ug8OWI While she was small in stature, she stood on the world stage as a colossus for the dignity of all people. skoll.wf/36GFf8K
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The devastation in Ukraine has revealed a new era of immense global uncertainty. The role of social innovators in shaping our shared future is more essential than ever. Our @SkollFoundation 2021 Annual Letter highlights these inspiring bridge builders: skoll.wf/3IiyqY4
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I am deeply saddened by the loss of @PIH cofounder Dr. Paul Farmer. Paul was a tireless advocate and teacher in global health who made equal access to health care his life’s mission. His legacy endures through the life-saving work of Partners in Health. npr.org/sections/goatsandsod…
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I am saddened by the news of the passing of Archbishop Desmond #Tutu. Arch was a happy warrior who fought against injustice in all forms and will be sorely missed. He would encourage us to keep his light shining by committing to joyously fighting for a fairer & more just society.
ALT This is a photo of Archbishop Desmond Tutu at a Skoll Foundation event. He's alone in this picture speaking.
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I’m saddened by the loss of friend and colleague Diane Weyermann. Diane leaves an amazing legacy and impact from her work at @participant and @sundanceorg and her belief that a good story, well told, can change the world. participant.com/2021/10/dian…
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The @skollfoundation is continues its commitment to advancing climate solutions by joining a global coalition of funders supporting the Global Methane Pledge. Learn how our network is amplifying solutions to reduce methane emissions: skoll.org/2021/10/11/skoll-f…
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Congratulations to @mariaressa, @rapplerdotcom cofounder, for receiving the 2021 @NobelPrize for Peace. This year at the @SkollFoundation #SkollWF, Maria spoke of the fight for truth, facts & independent media in order to protect our communities: bit.ly/3aldqRR
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Wishing Archbishop Desmond Tutu a happy 90th birthday today. The @skollfoundation and I are grateful for his courageous leadership in establishing a culture of peace and interconnectedness through @desmondtutupf and @TheElders.
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