Reading List: Strengthening Democracy Through Social Innovation

By SSIR Editors

Ahead of the 2023 Frontiers of Social Innovation conference, “The Role of Social Innovation in Democracy,” a collection of articles exploring ways philanthropy, nonprofits, and civic institutions can ensure a more just and democratic society

The Problem With Tables

By Aida Mariam Davis 6

In discussions of diversity, equity, and inclusion, the table is frequently used as a symbol of inclusion. Whether by design or default, the table is accepted as a place to ameliorate issues of marginalization, exclusion, neglect, discrimination, and other harms.

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Housing and Homelessness: Breaking Down Silos for Systems Change

By Seyron Foo, Raji Hunjan & Amy Kleine 3

Lessons for funders and social change leaders in search of the best ways to collaborate across sectors to end homelessness.

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Driving Change in Housing Policies With Advocacy and Organizing

By Amy Gillman, Liz Ryan Murray & Mike Koprowski 1

Two housing justice advocates discuss different approaches to policy change and the importance of centering the voices of people most affected by systemic barriers and inequities in housing.

Funding Equitable Abortion Access in Battleground States

By Se-ah-dom Edmo

To secure abortion rights, philanthropy must invest in the agency and power of impacted communities.

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Changing the Housing Narrative by Talking About Race and Values

By Glenn Harris, Michael McAfee & Dorian Warren

Three social change leaders discuss how to move the narrative about housing away from a focus on individual actions toward values, racial justice, and the well-being of all.

Philanthropy to Protect US Democracy

By Lukas Haynes

In this moment of crisis, donors must use all the tools available to protect American democracy. Tax-deductible philanthropy alone is insufficient.