Unlocking Africa’s Human Potential
A change-management program on human resources development aimed at mid-career professionals is helping African companies expand.
Social Issues - Articles
The Fungi Underground
A network of scientists seeks to make the ecosystem of mycorrhizal fungi visible for their conservation.
Can Virtual Reality Reduce Crime?
MAXLab designs simulations to examine how crime occurs and to imagine preventive measures to keep communities safe.
Family Planning for West Africa
The Ouagadougou Partnership advances access to contraception from Mauritania to Benin.
Justice for Liberia’s Forgotten War
Alain Werner and Hassan Bility have teamed up to pursue expat Liberians accused of horrific war crimes. They have succeeded in winning justice abroad, but can they secure justice in Liberia itself?
When Community Input Goes Wrong
California’s housing crisis has its roots in the veto power of local governments and communities.
Inclusive Growth for Heartland Cities
Tulsa is piloting a new model to measure its growth, hoping other cities will follow suit.
Development, Equity, and Inclusion
Global growth has left too many populations and geographies behind. Inclusive development requires national initiatives to act small and community initiatives to act big.
How Refugee Crises Become Permanent
Framework for refugee protection in Rwanda creates systemic barriers to helping refugees in the long term.
Review
Housing Density for Whom?
Max Holleran’s Yes to the City examines millennials’ demands for more housing and a new road map for urban growth.