Wealth Inequality Initiative

A collaborative approach to addressing the complex issue of wealth inequality

by Julius Baer Foundation

What’s new

Wealth In Equality Session at the Klosters Forum

Wealth in Equality: An Embodied Experiment

The Power of a Big Sister: Yvonne's Journey of Giving Back

From being mentored to becoming a mentor — discover how Yvonne transformed her own future through education and now returns as a Learner Guide, helping girls navigate the challenges she once faced herself.

The Power of a Big Sister: Yvonne's Journey of Giving Back

More than Medicine: One Woman’s Mission to Transform Rural Health

Meet Dr. Diana Laura León Hernández, whose clinic is bridging gaps in access to diagnostics — one scan at a time.

More than Medicine: One Woman’s Mission to Transform Rural Health

In the town of Atlixco, Puebla, Dr. Diana Laura León Hernández is turning her lifelong dream into a lifeline for her community.

Beyond the Photograph: Seeing Inequality, Imagining Change

Unequal Scenes: A Conversation with Johnny Miller

Bridging Inequality Through Community-Led Tourism in Namibia

An interview with Rural Revive Namibia on tackling rural inequality through regenerative tourism

Bridging Inequality Through Community-Led Tourism in Namibia

An interview with Rural Revive Namibia on tackling rural inequality through regenerative tourism

About wealth inequality

Wealth inequality is a complex issue, driven by interconnected factors that reinforce one another. Limited access to quality education, inadequate healthcare, and poor housing can restrict people's opportunities and perpetuate disadvantage. This, in turn, affects not only individuals but also society as a whole, hindering our ability to achieve sustainable development and create a better life for all.

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Working across the wealth divide

Our projects

Events

Stay up-to-date with the latest industry events and conferences from our global partners. Our event calendar features a curated selection of important dates, showcasing initiatives and gatherings focused on addressing wealth inequality and promoting social mobility. Browse our calendar to discover upcoming events and connect with like-minded professionals who share your interests.

African Philanthropy Forum Conference 2026

Session: Family Capital: From Private Wealth to Public Good. Join Laura Hemrika (Julius Baer Foundation), Henrietta Bankole-Olusina (Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors), and Simon Freeman (Judith Neilson Foundation) as they explore how philanthropy, family offices and wealth management can work together to unlock capital for transformative social impact.

Cape Town, South Africa

26 October 2026 (11:10am - 12:26pm)

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Confluentes Festival

The Confluentes Festival is a forum for dialogue and collaboration, bringing together journalists, academics, activists, and experts in São Paulo to shape ideas for a more democratic and inclusive Brazil.

Sao Paulo, Brazil

7 November 2026

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Building Bridges 2026

We are pleased that Laura Hemrika, CEO of the Julius Baer Foundation, will join Christian Frutiger, Simon Sommer, Karthik Krishnan, Martina Gaus, and Padraig Power for fishbowl discussion "Building Sustainable and Scalable Investments in Education and Skills Development".

Geneva, Switzerland

7 October 2026 (10:30am - 12:00pm)

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Wealth Inequality Initiative

What’s new

Wealth In Equality Session at the Klosters Forum

The Power of a Big Sister: Yvonne's Journey of Giving Back

More than Medicine: One Woman’s Mission to Transform Rural Health

Beyond the Photograph: Seeing Inequality, Imagining Change

Bridging Inequality Through Community-Led Tourism in Namibia

About wealth inequality

Working across the wealth divide

Events

African Philanthropy Forum Conference 2026

Confluentes Festival

Building Bridges 2026

Wealth Inequality Newsletter