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COVID-19
How to build long-term resilience in vulnerable communities
India's migrant workers were hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. A new project is showing how smart collaboration can deliver impactful support to millions.
Innovation
These are the 50 most innovative companies in the world
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) asked 1,600 global innovation professionals to rank the 50 most innovative companies in 2021 based on four ket metrics.
Social Innovation
4 ways we can ensure technology tackles the current housing crisis
The housing deficit is expected to reach 1.6 billion people in 2025, with new and innovative technologies, like 3D printing arising to help tackle it.
India
COVID-19: This is how we can rebuild creative livelihoods in a changed world
The COVID-19 outbreak in India is pushing those who were surviving precariously to breaking point. Artisans face livelihood breakdown unless we act now.
Sustainable Development
How collaborations with social entrepreneurs are helping to make the SDGs a reality
Social innovators are tackling the world’s greatest threats – and by working more collaboratively, are shifting the landscape of the social change sector.
Social Innovation
Small local innovators are highly effective at tackling big global issues. Here's why
We need to magnify the impact of highly effective local actors, to address today's big global issues.
Plastics and the Environment
How tech is helping Egypt's informal recyclers build a circular economy
A group of multinationals, backed by Egypt's government, have created a plastic recovery scheme which rewards informal collectors through digital credits.
Sustainable Development
These 5 beer companies are taking steps to protect the planet
Barley crops are under threat from increased droughts and extreme heat, due to climate change. Beer will become increasingly expensive and in short supply as a result.
South Africa
In South Africa, a zero-waste food bus hopes to drive away hunger
In Johannesburg, South Africa, an old school bus has been converted into low-cost, zero-waste grocery store to help combat mass hunger in the inner city.
Retail, Consumer Goods and Lifestyle
This start-up is making digital passports… for clothes. Here’s what that means for the fashion industry
Tracking garments from workshop to wardrobe could help solve the industry’s sustainability crisis – and encourage us all to wear upcycled clothing.
Social Innovation
The COVID-19 response has shown what we are capable of when we work together
Leaders in social entrepreneurship have had to rethink existing approaches during the COVID-19 crisis.
Vaccination
From beer to blenders - 5 creative ways people are being persuaded to get their COVID-19 vaccination
With vaccine uptake stalling in some regions, even where jabs are freely available, policy makers and politicians are getting inventive. Here’s how.
India
How trust and collaboration are key in India’s last-mile response to the COVID-19 crisis
The inspiring work of social entrepreneurs during India's second COVID-19 wave shows us how a radical new mindset is needed to drive transformative change.
India
6 ways social entrepreneurs are saving lives during India's COVID-19 crisis
Social entrepreneurs are stepping up to help those most vulnerable to the health and economic effects of India's second wave of the COVID-19 crisis.
UpLink
10 ways to accelerate grassroots innovation and build a more inclusive future
Grassroots innovation can play a much larger role in the post-COVID world to inspire transformation to a more inclusive and sustainable economy and society.