Social Innovation
Companies are starting to cash in the social innovation dividend
Social innovation is emerging as a strategic lever to future-proof operations, embed impact across supply chains and unlock new sources of value creation.
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Social Innovation
How 510 Social Entrepreneurs and Innovators have improved the lives of 950 million people worldwide
The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship is advancing social innovation worldwide.
Africa’s 2.18 million social enterprises are rewriting the continent’s growth story
Around 2.18 million African social enterprises generate around $96 billion in annual revenue and create at least 12 million jobs. More than half of these enterprises are led by women, and...
Civil Society
How collective action is rewiring philanthropic and community partnerships
Collective action is reshaping Canadian philanthropy, shifting funder–non-profit relationships toward trust, equity and long-term community impact.
Social Innovation
Impact investment's open secret is spotty data. Better measurement can change that
Recent research highlights the benefits of impact measurement in impact investing. Here is advice for managers trying to track impact investing efforts.
Financial and Monetary Systems
Real financial literacy goes beyond budgets to behaviour
Only 40% of adults in developing economies save in a financial account. Financial literacy is crucial – but teaching it is more about brains than budgets.
Social Innovation
Meet the finalists of the 2026 Schwab Foundation Awards
The annual Social Innovation Awards identify the adoption of innovative and systemic solutions to address social inequality and environmental challenges.
Social Innovation
How China and South Korea are building social innovation ecosystems
Social innovation and inclusive businesses are reshaping economies by merging profit with social impact, with South Korea and China leading the way.
Economic Growth
From hustle culture to systems change: How youth in the Global South can lead social innovation
Young people in the Global South can spearhead social innovation – if they are appropriately supported by capital, community and context-sensitive education.
Social Innovation
4 global trends on entrepreneurship and sustainability
New research has shed light on where entrepreneurship and sustainability overlap the most – and the answer may come as a surprise to some. Here's why.
Social Innovation
We have the blueprint for turning social progress into economic value, now let’s take action
A new report from the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship makes a case for creatively engaging private sector investment in social innovation.
Social Innovation
Unleashing the power of collective social innovation to tackle complex issues around the world
Collective social innovation can scale the impacts of social projects, creating a more equitable and sustainable future for all through three key benefits.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
'It's just incredible' - how a micro-leasing solution helped women in Tanzania build their own businesses
When outdated laws prevented Victoria Kisyombe from accessing a bank loan, she launched a micro-lending company instead and helped thousands of other businesswomen to thrive.
Economic Growth
Here's how we harness the social economy for an inclusive green and digital future
There are about 10 million social enterprises globally spearheading innovations to combat climate change and foster digital inclusion. A new report presents recommendations for unlocking ...
Social Innovation
Advancing gender parity in entrepreneurship: strategies for a more equitable future
Gender parity in entrepreneurship is not just a moral imperative but a crucial driver of economic growth and innovation. Here are 5 strategies to advance female entrepreneurs, from access...