Global Shifts in Philanthropy: Regional Ecosystems, Cross-Border Flows, and Localization Debates
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-philintrantrninnov-05
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Philanthropy has evolved into a globally distributed and deeply plural field, moving beyond its traditional Northern centers to include vibrant ecosystems across the Global South. This article analyzes the regional diversification of philanthropy, the rise of cross-border giving, diaspora engagement, and the growing emphasis on localization and equity. It examines how new philanthropic hubs in Asia, Africa, and Latin America are asserting autonomy while balancing cultural traditions with global frameworks. The analysis also considers how philanthropy operates under authoritarian regimes, where it may serve both as a state-aligned tool and a mechanism of community resilience. Diaspora giving and remittance flows illustrate transnational solidarity rooted in identity and participation. Finally, the localization debate challenges donor dominance and calls for power redistribution in global giving. Together, these dynamics highlight philanthropy’s transformation into a complex global system where legitimacy, accountability, and inclusivity are continually negotiated.
Key Topics
- Rise of philanthropy in the Global South
- Cross-border and transnational giving networks
- Diaspora philanthropy and remittance flows
- Philanthropy under authoritarian regimes
- Localization and decolonization of global giving
- Power, legitimacy, and equity in global philanthropy
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Global Shifts in Philanthropy: Regional Ecosystems, Cross-Border Flows, and Localization Debates. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-philintrantrninnov-05
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