Mobile Phones Build Peace
New research illustrates how we can overcome challenges facing post-conflict countries like Afghanistan through the use of mobile phones.
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The Secret of Scale
How powerful civic organizations like the NRA and AARP build membership, make money, and sway public policy.
The Future of Health Care Access
Traditional health care is a hands-on affair. But a wave of technology-driven innovation signals the emergence of a compelling new model.
Smile Grenada
NYU's College of Dentristy partnered with the government of the Caribbean island nation of Grenada to fight tooth decay among children.
Across the Digital Divide
One Laptop per Child Australia has developed a visionary program to bring digital technology to children in remote areas.
The Quest for Scale
An effort to improve sanitation in developing countries yields lessons in how to achieve enduring, broad-based social impact.
Accounting for Justice
The US criminal justice system will benefit from a new tool that collects and compares data on a county-by-county basis.
By Youth, for Youth
Through the Global Changemakers program, people under the age of 25 are developing solutions to problems that directly affect them.
Redefining the Hospital’s Role
Boston Children's Hospital is testing new approaches to improving outcomes and reducing health care costs.
A Sporting Chance
In troubled spots around the world, Right to Play shows how fun and games can be a serious tool for development.