With recognized leaders in the digital and philanthropic space, the conversations were bound to inspire and engage. Tune into speakers such as Hélène Barnekow, CEO Microsoft and Lucy Bernholz, Director, Digital Civil Society Lab. Sr. Research Scholar, Stanford PACS exploring digital philanthropy and its newest frontiers.

Philanthropists, change-makers, and social entrepreneurs talk about the future of philanthropy and how to support to the fight against poverty and inequality. How to build a philanthropic portfolio that matches your passion and how to engage in high-level processes like the SDGs are other topics on the agenda.

Historically, the role of charity and philanthropy has been limited in Sweden, outdone by the growth of the welfare state, which put a premium on financing through taxes over private giving and on tax-funded social rights over charity and nonprofit ventures. Experts in this field such as Lars Trägårdh, Professor, Ersta-Sköndal, Dan Olofsson, philanthropist, Gunilla Carlsson, former Parliament member, and Tove Lifvendahl, SvD shared their views.

Moderator Mia Obamas kicks off a day with innovators, adventurers, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, asylum specialists, and business leaders from nearly every philanthropy industry to address two of our most pressing issues: the refugee crisis and climate change. Among speakers were Maura Pally Clinton Foundation, Arnaud Mourot, Ashoka, Sam Parker, Shell Foundation, and Sasja Beslik, Nordea.

A star-studded line up of speakers including Melinda Gates, Gunhild Stordalen, the late Hans Rosling, and the globally renown legend, Jane Goodall. Also hear from Barbara Newhouse, CEO at ASL Assoc, and the creative force behind the Internet phenomena Ice Bucket Challenge. Enjoy all the lively, intelligent, and entertaining discussions in this video.