A Hollywood Convener: Inside the CAA Foundation

A Hollywood Convener: Inside the CAA Foundation

From George Clooney to LeBron James, celebrities are increasingly active in philanthropy and civic engagement. This powerhouse talent agency’s foundation is channeling that interest into a wide range of programs.

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To Bolster Global Human Rights, the Clooney Foundation Looks to Monitor Judicial Systems

To Bolster Global Human Rights, the Clooney Foundation Looks to Monitor Judicial Systems

A country’s judicial system can offer protection from authoritarian leadership. But courts can also be used to legitimize the suppression of unwelcome dissent. That’s why George Clooney and his wife Amal are backing a new initiative called TrialWatch.

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Leveraging for Peace: A Movie Star Fights African War Profiteers

Leveraging for Peace: A Movie Star Fights African War Profiteers

George Clooney's effort to promote peace in Africa is a case study of effective celebrity philanthropy. He focuses on overlooked niches and commits both his star power and real money to moving the needle. 

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