Decolonization
This term refers to the process of returning power, resources, and decision-making to communities that were historically oppressed by colonial forces.
What is decolonization?
In contrast to strategic philanthropy, this alternative philosophy advocates for collaboration with affected communities and emphasizes trust-building.
What is trust-based philanthropy?
This concept, discussed in the episode A Break Fake Rules Episode challenges the idea that foundations should only give away ___% of their assets, calling for a higher payout rate.
What is the 5% payout rule? or What is 5%?
This step focuses on repairing the harm caused by colonialism through tangible actions, including reparations and restitution.
What is repair?
This cycle begins with people being born into a world where they are socialized into gender, race, and other identities, often without knowing they are being influenced by societal expectations.
What is the Cycle of Socialization?
Villanueva emphasizes the importance of this concept, which ensures that Native communities can self-govern and determine their own future.
What is sovereignty?
Pia argues that this approach often leads to unsustainable impact, where donors' preferences dictate rather than being responsive to the needs of communities.
What is donor-centric philanthropy?
Pia Infante believes that philanthropy needs more of this element, which involves fun and irreverence, instead of just serious, formal processes.
What are shenanigans?
This step involves acknowledging the loss, pain, and trauma caused by colonialism, which is essential for true healing to begin.
What is grieving?
Harro's concept of liberation involves this, which refers to dismantling the systematic inequalities and allowing individuals to live authentically, beyond socially imposed limitations.
What is "Social Change"?
Villanueva discusses the historical impact of this system, which continues to create and perpetuate wealth inequality for marginalized groups, especially Indigenous people.
What is colonialism?
In an episode of Break Fake Rules, Glen Galaich describes this approach to philanthropy as one that focuses on making decisions based on data, but Pia argues that it should be more informed by emotional insights.
What is strategic philanthropy?
This "fake rule" in philanthropy involves donors trying to control how funds are distributed and evaluated, often without input from those directly affected by the issues.
What is the idea of "my money" being the donor's to control?
This step encourages building genuine relationships based on mutual respect and understanding, fostering empathy and solidarity.
What is relate?
This term refers to the idea that philanthropy should make large, impactful contributions to societal issues, rather than testing small, incremental changes.
What is the tidal wave approach?
In the Cycle of Socialization, this is the process in which individuals recognize and challenge oppressive systems and work to change the social order through awareness and action.
What is "Liberation"?
A guest on an episode of Break Fake Rules, argues that this group should not be the sole decision-makers when it comes to funding educational initiatives, as their experiences may not reflect the needs of today's students.
Who are donors and board members?
This "fake rule," as discussed by Robert and Heather from Inequality Media, asserts that societal elites use their influence across media, philanthropy, and politics to discourage any challenges to the existing power structures, often through fear and coercion.
What is the rule of elite influence and control?
This concept emphasizes the need for emotional and psychological healing as a crucial component of reparations, acknowledging that financial compensation alone may not fully address the trauma caused by centuries of systemic racism.
What is restorative justice?
Villanueva proposes this solution as a way for wealthy individuals and institutions to reimagine their giving and reallocate resources to support Indigenous communities.
What is philanthropic reparations?
This stage in the Cycle of Socialization reflects how individuals are taught to conform to societal expectations, even if those norms are harmful or limiting.
What is "Enforcements"?
Carmen Rojas challenges the common narrative around philanthropic donations, suggesting that the money often framed as belonging to wealthy donors is, in fact, intended for this group, who are most directly affected by social issues.
What is "the people"?
Jen Nguyen critiques the common foundation practice of aiming for these specific numbers as proof of success, arguing they often don't reflect real systemic change.
What are impact metrics or specific funding targets?
Villanueva emphasizes the need for this step, where marginalized communities are given a platform to speak for themselves and represent their own interests.
What is represent?
This U.S. city became the first to offer direct payments to its Black residents as part of a reparations program, aiming to address the lasting impacts of slavery and racial discrimination.
What is San Francisco?