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Protecting the Rule of Law and Democracy
Ford president Heather Gerken joins J. Michael Luttig and Jeh Johnson to discuss safeguarding democratic institutions.
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Ford Foundation Appoints Nicholas Turner Executive Vice President
The Ford Foundation today announced the appointment of Nicholas Turner as executive vice president for programs. Turner will join Ford’s executive leadership team in May to steward the strategic impact of Ford’s programmatic work worldwide.
Healing Communities, Building Bridges: Ivo Cípio Aureliano and Nkosikhona Swaartbooi
A conversation about transforming communities and honoring ancestral wisdom with Ford Global Fellows Ivo Cípio Aureliano and Nkosikhona Swaartbooi, whose work combines organizational development and repairing trauma.
Tribal Digital Sovereignty: How Native Communities Are Powering Their Own Tech Future
The severe broadband gap on Tribal lands is an example of the lack of self-determination and vital services Tribal communities experience. Tribal Digital Sovereignty—holistic governance over digital assets and infrastructure—is essential for Native Nations to build a just tech future.
Ford Foundation Appoints Debra Kroszner Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer
The Ford Foundation today announced the appointment of Debra Kroszner as vice president and chief external affairs officer.
The Urgent Work of Our Moment
Equality has long been Ford’s touchstone. It is democracy’s touchstone as well.
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People-Powered Solutions: Connecting Local Communities and Global Challenges
Ford Foundation is building a people-centered global order. We support local leaders creating a more just and equitable world. Their solutions, powered by Global South voices, break down silos to create lasting global change.
Make It Count
“Make It Count” features notable grantee leaders in Ford’s network sharing their numbers to know for ending inequality.
The Backbone of America: Understanding the Working Class
Understanding America’s working class—defined as individuals without a four-year college degree—is central to our democracy’s strength and our society’s well-being.
