Promoting Government Action on Income Equality
Five lessons from research on poverty in America.
Social Issues - Articles
Social Innovation: A Bi-Partisan Bright Spot
The White House Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation enjoys broad, bi-partisan support; in the wake of midterm elections, its work is more important than ever.
Can Impact Investing Help Save the Planet?
A new cross-sector study examines whether impact investing can make a difference to global conservation efforts.
The $338 Million Ebola Giving Gap
Why corporate and individual giving to fight Ebola lags far behind that of other crises, and how to unlock more dollars.
Preserving the American Dream
Cultivating successful cities with talent, opportunity, and engagement.
Fossil Fuels: Turning Off the Tap
Divestment is the necessary first step to building the new economy.
Saving the Earth: Four Conflicting Campaigns
As we advocate for environmental change, are we divided against ourselves?
Translating Sustainability Strategy into Practice
A simplified value-chain approach can help organizations deeply embed sustainability into their cultures.
Fostering the Role of Anchor Institutions
A new report details how the federal government can facilitate partnerships between communities and anchor institutions to increase economic opportunity.
Podcast
From the Marine Corps to Kenya: Ending Extreme Poverty
After experience in Iraq as a part of the Marine Corps, Jake returned to business school and took on the challenge to alleviate extreme poverty. From this effort, Nuru was launched in 2008.