Political philanthropy

This series shares perspectives on engaging with governments in the Global South, focusing on economic advisory work. It offers learning and insights for philanthropic organisations considering such engagements. It was produced as part of a learning partnership between the Open Society Foundations, OTT and INASP to jointly explore effective models for supporting government reformers in the Global South.

Enrique Mendizabal

Introduction to the political philanthropy series

Marcela Morales

Exploring political philanthropy

Economic advisory support to governments: usable, trust-based and quiet

Jon Harle (INASP), Leandro Echt (INASP)

Economic advisory work: knowledge inequities in the Global South

Centring context: recent shifts in political economy analysis

Six ways to tailor MEL for government engagement

Careful communications and government engagement

Pamela Nakamba, Racheal Makokha

In Conversation with Dr. Pamela Nakamba, Economic Advisor to Zambia’s President

Enrique Mendizabal

Navigating the Complexities of Foreign Philanthropic Engagement with Governments: A New Agenda