Omidyar Network is a philanthropic investment firm that aims to drive social change and create a more equitable and inclusive world. It was established by Pierre and Pam Omidyar in 2004 and has since evolved to focus on areas such as Reimagining Capitalism, fostering Belonging, and promoting Tech and Society with Trust. The firm invests in a diverse array of for-profit companies, nonprofit organizations, and public policy efforts.

Omidyar Network

Established by philanthropists Pam and Pierre Omidyar, Omidyar Network reimagines critical systems, and the ideas that govern them, to build more inclusive and equitable societies—for the benefit of the many, not just the few. 

Omidyar Network partners with funders, advocates, innovators, businesses, scholars, and others to advance responsible technology, reimagine capitalism, and build cultures of belonging so that all individuals have the social, economic, and democratic power to thrives.

Terbium Labs

Tinkergarten

Change Healthcare

Learner-Centered Collaborative

Anchor

WhiteHat Jr.

Zimmber

Digg

Ellevation

Jopwell

NowFloats

PatientsLikeMe

Meetup

Guiabolso

Pickrr Technologies

Hustle

Empowering workers—from warehouse associates to software engineers—is the most powerful tactic we have to ensure that AI develops in the interests of the many, not the few. 

Reflecting on the history of unions, recent wins, and ongoing partnerships with diverse organizations, our CEO Michael Kubzansky and AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler explained how the labor movement is a critical lever for responsible AI development via Fast Company 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dk7-MexQ

More about our position on generative AI 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehKjqZwR

Let’s put an end to dull, boring VC events once and for all.

This November, we are gathering 1000+ of the world’s top impact founders, investors and enablers for two days of inspiration and networking at a truly unforgettable location - Europe’s biggest hub for tech and impact.

Impact Week 2024, 6/7 November, Norrsken House Barcelona. Tickets are limited - get yours now!

https://lnkd.in/d8b2e4zs

The latest '5 big things with Omidyar Network' is out now 💡

Here are the highlights from this month's newsletter 👇
1️⃣ A new investment in Anthropic and responsible AI development
2️⃣ A perspective on why labor unions must have a voice in how AI is implemented
3️⃣ An introduction to the first tech journalist in our Reporters in Residence program (and invitation to apply for our next cohort)
4️⃣ Our experience supporting narrative change on economic issues
5️⃣ Insights from conversations with rural Americans about building an inclusive economy

Read the newsletter + subscribe to never miss an update: https://lnkd.in/gU6snD9U

We're looking for our next cohort of reporters in residence 🔎

Omidyar Network has been working to address the structural challenges at the heart of our economic system. Our Reporters in Residence program expands the amount and quality of reporting on big-picture economic issues and enables freelance journalists to devote more time to writing, research, and general career advancement.

If you're a freelance journalist interested in covering issues like worker power, tech, and the economy, apply before May 15th 👇
https://lnkd.in/dsKE6KKy

Calling all #journalists: The application period for Omidyar Network's Reporters in Residence program opens TODAY! If you're a freelance #reporter interested in going deep on issues like worker power, technology, and the economy, apply before May 15th. 
 
The residency includes a $50,000 stipend, a trip to DC to meet with ON staff and grantees, and some quality time with yours truly. Our fabulous alums include the likes of Bryce Covert, Walter Frick, Megan Greenwell, Kim Kelly, Brian Merchant, Hamilton Nolan, Helaine Olen, Edward Ongweso, s.e. smith, and Rob Kaiser- Schatzlein. 

https://lnkd.in/gMBdXCFx

Generative AI should allow us to do more, and better, but not at the cost of wholesale replacement of jobs, industries, or human judgment. And workers must have a say in how their jobs and industries change as a result.  

In her latest series, our partner Molly Kinder unpacked the stories of Hollywood writers and the potential for worker power to drive how generative AI serves society 👇

"We have to ship away those myths that some of us are simply better than others and create policies that make it easier for all of us to thrive and belong in the communities we all call home.” — Rachel Perić, Welcoming America executive director

We're proud to support Welcoming #Interactive2024 and help bring leaders together to ensure immigrant communities and municipal officials can build mutual trust and co-create cultures of belonging. Learn more about the event via The Dallas Morning News 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gPn3CW8q

We believe that the economy must work for everyone. But for too long, many people and communities have been overlooked and undervalued, including rural Americans. 

In our new blog post, Thea Anderson shared insights from rural Americans and how they envision an inclusive economy, following dialogues and surveys facilitated by Center For Rural Strategies, Partners for Rural Impact, and American Academy of Arts & Sciences' Commission on Reimagining Our Economy. 

Read Thea's blog to learn about common themes that emerged and her recommendations for other philanthropies engaging in this work 👇
https://lnkd.in/gbh9QhYK

This week, our Senior Vice President Michele Lawrence Jawando joined hundreds of students from across the country at #HouseOfCode in celebration of the winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge 🎉

At Omidyar Network, we believe digital technology can and should have a positive impact on society. That's why we've supported the Congressional App Challenge since 2020 to encourage students not only to explore computer science innovations, but also to connect with policymakers and help find solutions to problems locally, nationally, and globally.

💬 "Technology can be a force for good and can unlock amazing potential. And we know that the people who participated in this challenge will be the ones who can help bring our technology systems into better balance," said Michele during her keynote speech.

Learn about the Challenge and check out the 2023 winning projects 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eW5eFfTB

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