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Anand Giridharadas

What’s inside

Anand Giridharadas examines the global elite’s efforts to ‘change the world’ while preserving their power and status quo, revealing the limitations and contradictions of their philanthropic approach.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the limitations of philanthropy
  • Recognizing the need for systemic change
  • Appreciating the complexities of social justice
  • Critiquing the relationship between wealth and power

Key Points

  • The rise of the ‘MarketWorld’ philanthropic vision
  • The myth of ‘win-win’ scenarios in philanthropy
  • The impact of elite philanthropy on democracy
  • The role of thought leaders in shaping public discourse
  • The illusion of change without power redistribution
  • Critique of philanthropy as a means of social justice

Who’s it For

  • Social activists
  • Nonprofit workers
  • Philanthropists
  • Political science students
  • Entrepreneurs

About the author

Anand Giridharadas is a writer and journalist known for his thoughtful critique of philanthropy and economic inequality.