A Lineage of Good Works

John Taylor on Philanthropy, Power and TransitionHow do you remain grounded when yourposition gives you influence, resources and authority?In this episode of Footprints, Jacqueline Asiimwe sits down with John Taylor, a lawyer and philanthropy practitioner who spent 25 years leading a grantmaking organisation.John reflects on moving from volunteer activism into philanthropy, building bridges between funders and the people doing the work, and recognising the power imbalances that can shape relationships within the sector.He also discusses his transition into retirement, the freedom of stepping away from institutional importance and his continuing commitment to advancing social justice as an active citizen.“Social justice is decency at an institutional level.”_ John Taylor_For more on CivLegacy Foundation's Change Initiative,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#footprintspodcastseries