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Report Reveals a Flaw in the Support Systems Designed to Tackle Homelessness
It’s time to redesign services so that they are people-driven, not people-resistant, argues CEO of LavaMaeX
Founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary Talks Passion, Purpose – and the Hot Docs Film Festival
We speak with the subject of a new documentary about her mission of helping farmers transition away from animal agriculture
Top 5 Ways to Maximize the Success of Your Consulting Project
Watch for these key indicators to help determine whether your social impact project is on the right track
We Need to Improve our Education in Impact Investing
We lack qualified professionals in the field of impact investing. And that needs to change.
Why is Sanitation Still the ‘Forgotten Sister’ in Debates & Strategies about Water?
On International Water Day, authors argue that efforts to improve sanitation & hygiene have long been overlooked in favor of water within international development
New Leaf Initiative Uses Social Investment Boost to Launch Ethical Recruitment Agency
Social enterprise launches agency to help its clients – ex-offenders and the marginalized – find work.
Hey Changemakers! Here’s Your 12-Point Checklist For Working with a Consultant
Thinking of working with a consultant? Here’s what to expect, the non-negotiables and value-add not to be missed
Confronting the Racial Wealth Gap: In Convo with Andrea Perdomo of Common Future
New funding initiative will help organizations furthering economic justice
Unlocking Greater Revenue & Capacity May Simply Require Fresh Eyes
The first of a 3-part series equipping leaders with a toolkit to get the most from their consulting team
5 Social Enterprises Making Canada Proud
These students of social innovation chose Canada’s top 5 social enterprises. Drum roll please…
3 Collaborative Practices for Advancing Social Impact
Need help bringing diverse people together to collectively address complex challenges like inequality and climate change? Read on.
Maximizing Human, Social & Climate Impact in Canada: In convo with Aatif Baskanderi of Northpine Foundation
How one foundation is helping underinvested and underserved communities thrive and flourish
Little is Being Done to Shift Gender Norms. The Time to Act is Now
Women entrepreneurs should be able to thrive. Yet they are bound by outdated expectations.
PETA Launches $1 Million Vegan Wool Challenge
With $1 million offer, the organization is determined to save sheep and incentivize clothing designers
Can India’s New Plastic Waste Regulations be a Model for other Countries to Follow?
India’s new approach to reducing plastic waste may demonstrate that regulations can be a powerful force for change
Documentary Series ‘Great Lakes Untamed’ is a Stunning Look at the Fragility of Nature
Three-part landmark documentary series showcases the natural history of the world’s largest and most important watershed
Facilitating Social Impact: David Upton of Common Good Solutions
On his retirement, David Upton looks back on a career supporting social impact and reflects on the challenges and priorities ahead
How Complex Manufacturers Can Help Build a Circular Economy
These practical steps can help manufacturers apply the circular economy model across their supply chains.
In Search of Conscious Travel: Tyson Sadler & Melissa Matlow of The Last Tourist
Conservation expert & film director discuss new documentary that highlights the downsides of mass tourism
How a Small Business Owner Brought Mobile Showers to the Streets
Power of a Shower brings Radical Hospitality® to epicenter of homelessness in California
Hope in Ukraine: A faith-based microfinance institution on the frontlines of war
Our writer checks in on Nadiya, a small microfinance institution in Ukraine whose name means “Hope”
Asleep at the Wheel: ESG and capital market apathy
We need courage, leadership, vision, creativity, and greater risk-taking to solve humanity’s primary challenges
Finding Beauty & Purpose in Discarded Objects: In conversation with the director of Scrap
A fascinating look at the resourceful people who collect, restore and repurpose the items we leave behind
How We’re Disrupting the Ticketing Industry & Creating Impact
To date, we have transformed over $1 million of annoying booking fees into helping disadvantaged children around the world
Podcasts

Unleashing the Potential of People with Autism: Tom D’Eri of Rising Tide Car Wash
How one car wash business is providing job opportunities for people on the autism spectrum

Investing in Women: Beth Bengtson of Working for Women
This social entrepreneur is using a unique model to help women overcome barriers to financial independence. Listen to her story

When Tech Meets Hope: Tomer Cohen of Tech2Peace
Social enterprise brings together Israelis and Palestinians for training in high-tech and entrepreneurship & dialogue in conflict and peace-building

In Defense of Animals: Camille Labchuk of Animal Justice
This lawyer believes that improving the rights and protection of animals is one of the new social justice challenges of our time

Facilitating Social Impact: David Upton of Common Good Solutions
On his retirement, David Upton looks back on a career supporting social impact and reflects on the challenges and priorities ahead

In Search of Conscious Travel: Tyson Sadler & Melissa Matlow of The Last Tourist
Conservation expert & film director discuss new documentary that highlights the downsides of mass tourism

Championing Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Alan Kriss of Specialisterne
How we’re creating more equitable and inclusive opportunities for all

Investing in Women: Marissa Bronfman of Kizmet Impact Capital
This entrepreneur-turned-impact investor is on a mission to level the funding playing field

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