Founders Pledge

“Imagine in 2019 saying ‘well we think there might be this pandemic’ and saying ‘oh, it hasn’t happened for 100 years, that’s all hypothetical’. It’s hypothetical [until] it’s too late.” Researcher Tom Barnes joined John Sherman on the For Humanity podcast to talk about how we need to properly plan and prepare for AI risks – basic things we can do now. Listen in: https://lnkd.in/ee4zJQgy

Companies are already competing to develop more powerful AI. What happens when countries compete? A racing dynamic between major powers could have catastrophic effects. A race incentivizes speed over safety, but cutting corners on testing and other safety precautions would increase the risk of AI-related accidents and misuse. Within a few years, once it’s clear that advanced AI is an utterly decisive military technology, the governments of major powers like China and the US may have no choice but to launch their own AI efforts to prevent the other side from getting to superintelligence first—which could fairly be described as an AI version of the Manhattan Project. Philanthropists can help slow the race to dangerous AI. Learn how: https://lnkd.in/es8dvp5y

What will the upcoming US elections mean for climate? Our team has spent the past 18 months thinking about the potential outcomes and preparing. We’ve diversified the Climate Fund’s strategy and grant-making, investing more heavily in Europe and Canada, and right-of-center climate groups in the US. Learn more about how we can maximize impact amid political uncertainty: https://lnkd.in/eEvQu4q9

The US elections next week will likely be one of the most consequential events for climate progress this decade. Will the climate policy achievements of the Biden administration be maintained, or will they be repealed? The outcome will have serious international consequences, too. The US is a global force for clean energy innovation, driving technological change over time. One example of the ripple effects of US domestic policy: it’s estimated that more than 66% of the emissions saved through parts of the Inflation Reduction Act will occur outside the US. Dig into what’s at stake in this election, and what climate philanthropists can do: https://lnkd.in/eEvQu4q9

EIDU is a high-impact charity and one of our recommendations in education. They stand out for using two of the most rigorously-evaluated and cost-effective interventions shown to boost learning in low- and middle-income countries. Congratulations to Bernd Roggendorf and the whole team on their progress and success in Kenya! Read more about their vision and plans to expand in Forbes: https://lnkd.in/e2XM45Fy

I love the Founders Pledge model and how it is encouraging and stewarding new philanthropy into our sector. Plus I am a fan of Emily Hoble - her commitment and expert knowledge of the social impact sector! 💪🏽

Thank you for your commitment Nick Perrett, and welcome to the community!

What do chess and charity evaluation have in common? It’s hard to compare things that are difficult to measure. Like quantifying a chess player’s skill level, measuring the impact of some charities (especially those whose work can have effects years and decades in the future) can be highly uncertain, subjective, and imprecise. Our Research team has developed a new charity ratings system (inspired by the one used in chess) to better evaluate impact amidst uncertainties and unknowns. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVjj_tXr

Around 1 in 3 women worldwide suffer from acts of physical or sexual violence. We've investigated high-leverage pathways to reduce violence against women and girls. More research into this will be valuable, but we’ve found three especially promising interventions. Learn more in our report: https://lnkd.in/eG6ksrVu

⭐ New recommendation for protecting women and girls Raising Voices have developed an evidence-based community program to prevent violence against women. SASA! empowers activism to shift harmful social norms within local communities. Based in Uganda, they’re a leader in the field; their program has been implemented in at least 30 countries and more than 75 organizations. With more funding, they can scale up their programming and expand into new countries in West Africa. Learn more https://lnkd.in/ePuz9N9i