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Speaking of Change

Speaking of Change examines philanthropy's role in shaping and driving social change. Produced by the Philanthropy Forum at the University of Pittsburgh, Speaking of Change looks at philanthropy's work through intimate conversations with philanthropists, foundation leaders, social changemakers, nonprofit gurus and academics.

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Cross Cultural Generosity: Philanthropy and Motivation to Give

Mar 7, 2019

Dr. Sera Linardi, Associate Professor of Economics at the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses her research in motivations to give. A recent study took place in Afghanistan, where Dr. Linardi tested giving levels of laborers when presented with peer pressure in the form of traditional clerics. The results surprised even her.