Inside the Global Refugee Crisis - and What the Media Isn’t Telling You with David Miliband

David Miliband is President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Named in Fortune's list of the World's Greatest Leaders, and Top 100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy, David’s career is nothing short of extraordinary. From serving as the youngest Foreign Secretary in the United Kingdom since 1935, to leading one of the world’s most influential humanitarian organizations, he has invaluable insights into global leadership and humanitarian efforts. Today, we delve into the complexities of global politics and humanitarian aid. Join us for a compelling conversation that explores the intersection of strategic philanthropy, politics and global crisis. What we discuss:·       Philanthropy's role in addressing the refugee crisis.·       Impact evaluation - how to effectively allocate resources.·       The role of philanthropy where governments retreat.·       Climate change and vulnerable populations.·       How politics can learn from the humanitarian sector. Chapters:00:00 – Welcome to High Net Purpose 00:28 – David Miliband: From UK Politics to Global Humanitarianism 01:06 – What Shaped His Purpose and Philosophy 02:06 – Leading the International Rescue Committee 05:22 – How to Solve the Toughest Humanitarian Crises 13:45 – Why Funding with Independence Matters 17:51 – Global Poverty and Conflict: What’s Changing Now 21:03 – The Climate Crisis Is a Humanitarian Crisis 22:57 – Climate Refugees: What the Future Holds 23:44 – Migration Trends: What’s Coming Next 24:29 – Why Domestic Policy Drives Global Movement 25:43 – What the Media Gets Wrong About Refugees 27:26 – How to Manage a Modern Refugee Crisis 30:44 – Protecting Women and Girls in Conflict Zones 32:10 – Why Social + Economic Support Must Go Together 33:20 – Philanthropy, Politics, and Real Change 34:48 – The Atlas of Impunity: A Global Wake-Up Call 37:09 – Hope and Action: What Keeps Him Going 38:10 – The New Role of Business in Humanitarian Work 39:55 – What Effective Philanthropy Really Looks Like 42:28 – Final Reflections from David Miliband Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.