How to do good

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This collection features extraordinary personal stories from thought leaders, celebrities, statesmen and women, Nobel laureates, social entrepreneurs, and philanthropists who inspire positive change. Contributors include Melinda Gates, President Jimmy Carter, Forest Whitaker, and Matt Damon, among others. It addresses critical global issues, such as the gender pay gap, with the head of UN Women emphasizing that equal pay is essential to eradicating extreme poverty. India's leading philanthropist discusses his mission to transform public education, highlighting a new generation of Indian donors. The CEO of the Freedom Fund sheds light on modern slavery, a $150 billion industry, urging action to assist the 46 million individuals currently enslaved worldwide. Matt Damon reflects on philanthropy as a learning process, advocating for adaptability in approaches to giving. In healthcare, the founder of Biocon argues for innovation to ensure lifesaving drugs reach those in need, prioritizing patients over profits. Jimmy Carter highlights the fight against neglected tropical diseases, stressing the importance of peace and human rights. Lastly, the creator of the first laboratory-grown burger posits that synthetic meat is crucial for addressing climate change and feeding a growing global population.