Philanthrocapitalism: after the goldrush
The application of business principles to the world of civil society and social change has fashion, wealth, power and celebrity behind it. But where is the evidence that “philanthrocapitalism” works, and are there better ways to achieve urgently needed global social progress? It’s time to end the hype and start the debate, says Michael Edwards
Michael Edwards is director of the Governance & Civil Society Unit at the Ford Foundation.
Full essay on Open Democracy: http://www.opendemocracy.net/author/Michael_Edwards.jsp