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Why do our traditional economic systems ignore the things we care about most – and is there a better way?

As we navigate the complexities and conflict around us, we owe it to ourselves and to each other to keep our eyes, ears, hearts and minds open.

To drive systems change, our investment logic needs to also have a theory of change that is aligned with the reality of how change actually happens in the real, complex and messy world.

Interconnected leadership is not just a good idea — it might be our only way forward when the stakes against a reasonable future are (boiling) high. 

Berry Liberman, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Small Giants, shared her transformative journey at the 2023 Business and Philanthropy Forum in Singapore on 9th Nov, 2023.

“Hope feels like such a weak thing right now,” he says, “but what is the alternative? It is our obligation to keep trying even when hope seems very small and unlikely.

For us to truly want to heal the world with love, we have to be values driven in all that we do, including our work, our investing and even our general lives.

Courage and kindness feel so radical right now. I’m here for it. There is much to celebrate and enjoy in this life – take note, be alive to it all, hug your beloveds – it is that joy and love that must feed the work. We must fall in love with life every day. That is what is worth protecting.

It is a beautiful time of year at Mossy Willow- the apple trees are in blossom, there are families of wood ducks on the ponds and summer crops are starting to flower getting ready to fruit very soon.

During a week that delivers heart-breaking news from the other side of the world, we are thrilled to learn of the discovery of a 46-metre-tall tree that’s more than 100 years old.

Tamsin sat down to talk to Gayle about emotional regulation and its vital role in leading a team. Below are Tamsin's words about Gayle's insights, along with a video of the wisdom shared.

The benefits of introducing more kindness into everyday life impact everyone around you, explains Melanie Owens. Download these kindness cards for a bit of daily kindness inspo.

For Khalid Malik, changing his name would mean erasing a part of who he is. “I've been Khalid through school, university, and my professional journey in Australia. Why should I change now?”

When we think about national security, thoughts likely turn to surveillance technology and military capability. But there are alternative measures of security when it comes to supporting a flourishing society. Mastery of Business and Empathy Fellow Jo Brick shares her expertise about the fundamentals of a good society.

CEO of Documentary Australia Foundation, Mitzi Goldman shares her experience of launching Documentary Australia, the power of effective storytelling and what makes an unforgettable social impact film. Mitzi completed The Interconnected Leader at SGA in 2022.

Introducing writer and podcast host Alexa Firmenich. Alexa has joined Impact Safari Scandinavia 2023 and we are excited to share with you some of her writing. Image courtesy of Unsplash.

Small Giants founders Berry and Danny share their origin story on Awakin Calls. Watch the interview here.

Berry Liberman’s experience of speaking up in a world that can’t stop talking (and doesn’t always want to listen).

SGA contributor Kurt Johnson spoke with Rolling Stone journalist and climate commentator Jeff Goodell about his latest book, Heat. Image courtesy of The Wheeler Centre.

What does it mean to come out? To yourself initially, and then to the most important people in your life? Nathan Scolaro shares this deeply personal essay of discovery, and arrives at heart-opening conclusions about the value of adversity in forging character.

A selection of readings and listenings and watchings exploring what it means to build a more forward-thinking, inclusive and heart-centred world.

From the Archive: the trailblazing activist in conversation with Patrick Pittman, from Dumbo Feather issue #33. “You begin with your back yard. You begin with the pot on your balcony.”

Joel Carnegie, founder of The Space Company, completed The Interconnected Leader in 2022. Here Joel shares his favourite books and the importance of singing around a piano for restoring the spirit.

Sharing a conversation with the wonderful Joan Scheckel, from our final issue of Dumbo Feather magazine (issue #72).