Vote for New Profit at SXSW EDU 2023
Proximity is Powerful Technology For Change
Breakthrough solutions for our most intractable problems often come from the communities most impacted by inequitable systems — yet the social sector struggles to invest accordingly. How do we break away from the dominant culture and strategies of philanthropy to co-design solutions with the people closest to the issues we’re trying to solve? This panel will delve into how philanthropic leaders are shifting culture and funding structure and getting closer to transformational impact.
Speakers:
- Tulaine Montgomery, New Profit
- Carmen Rojas, Marguerite Casey Foundation
- Kimberly Osagie, Echoing Green
- Sam Cobbs, Tipping Point
Beyond the PTA: Reimagining Parent Engagement
Now is a pivotal moment for American society — and the future of the country’s education system is at stake. How do we co-create a new education system that is equitable and works for everyone? Hear from an expert panel about how changemakers can transform the education system by centering parent voices, with an emphasis on multi-racial and multi-generational coalition building to improve student outcomes.
Speakers:
- Kimone Simpson, New Profit
- Daniel Anello, Kids First Chicago
- Darya Davis, DC PAVE
- Emma Bloomberg, Murmuration
Reimagining the Role of Philanthropy in Education
The most effective solutions to systemic challenges in education will come from leaders and organizations grounded in the communities they serve — yet national philanthropy often looks for scalable solutions that work across contexts. This meet-up, hosted by New Profit and the Gates Foundation with special guests, is a space for honest dialogue about how funders and social entrepreneurs can co-design solutions, shift resources and practices, and advance a new era of equity and shared power.
Speakers:
- Molly O’Donnell, New Profit
- Isa Ellis, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The New Narrative of Economic Mobility
The great resignation. A looming economic crisis. NoAw is the moment to rethink the way we meet the needs of workers, employers, educators and learners. How do we build a future of work where everyone can thrive? What would it look like to change the underlying mental models and narrative around economic mobility in the U.S. to advance true systems change? Hear from leaders co-designing and coalition-building across public and private sectors to create a new system of opportunity in America.
Speakers:
- Abby Marquand, New Profit
- Sonya Davis, Arkansas 211
- Reuben Ogbonna, Marcy Lab School
New Profit at SXSW EDU 2022
Join us for engaging discussions about reskilling workers, driving impact, and reimagining how we fund entrepreneurs of color