Meet Sarita and Martín. Sarita is the VP of U.S. Programs, and Martín is the VP of International Programs at the Ford Foundation. They're pulling back the curtain on the Ford Foundation's work that disrupts inequality in all its forms. Get ready as they dive deep into their journeys, the values shaping their work, and the innovative strategies they’re using to build impactful coalitions across the U.S. and around the globe. 🌍 If you're fired up about building a fairer world, this episode will challenge and inspire you to reimagine what’s possible! 💭

💡 Learn

• Overview of Ford Foundation's domestic and global programs
• The power of building cross-sector coalitions and connections
• Responsibility and impact of philanthropic work

Today’s Guests

• Sarita Gupta, Vice President, U.S. Programs, Ford Foundation
• Martín Abregú, Vice President, International Programs, Ford Foundation

Episode Highlights

• Sarita’s story and journey to where she is today  (3:40)
• Martin’s story and journey to where he is today (5:10)
• Overview of Ford Foundation's U.S. Programs (9:10)
• Overview of Ford Foundation's International Programs(11:10)
• Building Coalitions Across Sectors 914:55) 
• A powerful moment of philanthropy in Martin’s life (23:35)
• A powerful moment of philanthropy in Sarita’s life (27:55)
• Martin’s One Good Thing: Understand how change and continuity are always linked. (32:25)
• Sarita’s One Good Thing: Lead with curiosity, build authentic relationships, and listen to your gut. (35:45)
• How to connect with the Ford Foundation (38:25)

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