Innovations in public services that promote equity and opportunity (more)
Katherine Newman’s Downhill From Here challenges current economic thinking by arguing that the crisis in retirement security is caused by a flawed system, not flawed humans.
The Arkansas nonprofit Our House, which provides shelter to homeless families and individuals working to regain their economic independence, has built a culture of continuous feedback with surveys, community councils, and “happy or not” voting terminals. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.
New experiments with civic engagement, outreach, and philanthropic models in Philadelphia offer inspiration for leaders across the social sector.
When Paula John visited Epiphany Community Health Outreach Services for help with her arthritis, she encountered long wait times and unfriendly staff. Her feedback led to changes that transformed her opinion of the organization. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.
An excerpt of Bess Williamson’s Accessible America shows how accessible design is innovative and inclusive.
How funders can support bold, emerging leaders and their cutting-edge ideas.
Billions of dollars are poised to flow into development impact bonds (DIBs) as a mechanism for solving social challenges around the world. Now is the time to make sure these complex structures are grounded in sensible approaches to measuring impact.
Auticon aims to change society’s perception of people on the autism spectrum for the benefit of businesses and employees alike.
Nathan Schneider's chronicle of the cooperative movement dazzles with stories but is short on solutions.
Kate Lauzon found sobriety and a role as an activist through her Massachusetts city's weekly resident feedback sessions, a gathering of civic groups known as "Working Cities Wednesdays" organized by Habitat for Humanity. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.
