READINGS

We offer in-depth reflections on the world of philanthropy, systemic change, and the values that guide our work. Here, we share analyses of emerging trends, innovative practices, and the evolving role of generosity in contemporary society. Through articles, interviews, and case studies, we explore how compassion and interconnection can inspire new ways of thinking and acting.

Our meeting with the Dalai Lama – Part II

In the presence of an Ocean of Wisdom – part II We wait for him in the prayer hall of Gyudmed Monastery, seated in silence, with our hearts beating faster with every passing minute. The

Our meeting with the Dalai Lama – Part I

In the presence of an Ocean of Wisdom – part I At the end of January 2025, I receive a message from Enrica Lobina, the General Director of Wisedāna Foundation: «I need to talk to

Philanthropy as a response to today’s social challenges

Recent moves by the President of the United States to dismantle USAID, the world’s leading agency for international cooperation and development, are prompting deep reflection on the role of philanthropy in society. Philanthropy can be

How philanthropy is changing in 2025

Philanthropy is undergoing a profound transformation, one in which giving becomes a conscious act of participation and commitment that extends far beyond a financial transaction. The recent report 11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2025 by

Dey Drol: A Place to Be Born, a Future to Protect

Stories from the maternity ward offering Tibetan families a future The Tibetan people, unable to live in their homeland due to the Chinese occupation, have been in exile for decades. Most Tibetan refugees now live

Introducing Wisedāna Foundation

It is with great joy that I introduce you to the philanthropic foundation established in 2023 by the Italian Buddhist Union.