Tehila Sasson

Tehila Sasson, an author focused on the intersection of nonprofits and neoliberalism, discusses how British NGOs shaped ethical capitalism after the empire's decline. She explores the role of nonprofits in promoting fair trade and corporate social responsibility, revealing a path to neoliberalism driven by a liberal left vision. The conversation navigates colonial legacies, microfinance evolution, and the critique of debt practices in developing nations, unveiling the transformative power and ethical complexities of these organizations in the global economy.

Tehila Sasson, a scholar studying nonprofits and neoliberalism, dives into the historical role of NGOs in shaping post-imperial economies. She discusses how British nonprofits attempted to establish ethical capitalism after 1947, navigating the complex dynamics of colonial legacies. Sasson highlights the shift from national ownership to decentralized economic models inspired by Gandhian principles. She also sheds light on the evolution of microfinance and the Jubilee 2000 campaign for debt forgiveness, illustrating the intricate relationship between ethics and market dynamics.