Three things I'm still turning over from a session on reimagining NGO models at Skoll World Forum last April: 1- Letting go of ego, logo, and control 2- Seeking PERFECT clarity hinders survival 3- Collaboration, sharing infrastructure, knowledge, and expertise is the new norm The conversations at Skoll shouldn't stay in Oxford. The real work is carrying them forward into our strategies, our partnerships, our funding relationships. How does this resonate with you? #SocialImpac

This question surfaces something deceptively simple but essential to cultivating and stewarding partners. Connection is shaped in the small, human choices we make every day. Checking in as people first, not roles. Being clear about what we can offer, and what we can’t. Taking time to understand context, culture and background, while still allowing more of ourselves into relationships over time. What stands out most is that vulnerability, curiosity, and authenticity aren’t ext

This question stayed with me after the #TheSideBar session on "The Infrastructure of Trust: Why relational approaches matter." In the room, trust looked simple but demanding. It looked like listening deeply and not rushing to fix. It looked like showing vulnerability, co-designing work plans, feeling safe and practising accountability. It did not look like micromanagement, constant reporting and control. This idea really stood out to me: Trust cannot be performative. But it d

Heading to Skoll tomorrow. Already thinking about the conversations I'm looking forward to having. My personal checklist: Ask for permission to talk Share knowledge, Bring a standpoint Be useful, Be helpful Stay open to being challenged See you there! #SkollWF2026 #SkollWorldForum #SocialImpact #SystemsChange