Civic Participation Begins in Schools
Fostering a robust democracy in America requires that we create a truly democratic school culture.
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Social innovations that enrich society and enhance democratic participation (more)
Building Democratic Infrastructure
Models and policy recommendations for boosting civic engagement and fortifying American democracy.
Six SSIR Articles for International Women’s Day
A reading list of some of our favorite articles on women, girls, and gender equality.
Using Human-Centered Design to Advance Civic Engagement in Nonprofits
Civic engagement efforts in the United States are becoming a renewed priority for nonprofits, but they can seem like a strain. Human-centered design can help.
The Civic Science Imperative
Philanthropy has a vital role to play in building a culture of “civic science,” in which scientists take active roles as citizens and citizens engage with scientific research. | Open access to this article made possible by the Rita Allen Foundation
Digital Natives Collect Community Needs
Humanitas AI has created a smartphone app to enable young people to coordinate social projects.
Social Enterprise Is Not Social Change
Solving systemic social problems takes people, politics, and power—not more social entrepreneurship.
Year of the Woman
From the Women’s March to #MeToo, women have risen up to change politics and society.
Ensuring That Skilled Volunteers Land with Impact
Without the proper planning, preparation, and long-term thinking, skills-based volunteers and the organizations that sponsor them can easily do more harm than good.
Early-stage Entrepreneurs Can Drive New Social Movements
Three unique roles social entrepreneurs can play in driving community action and civic change.