New Approaches to Ed-Tech Funding
Until recently, both foundations and venture capital firms were wary of directing resources toward education technology startups. Here’s how “blended capital” is expanding the ed-tech field.
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Who Will Pay for Data?
The quest to build an infrastructure for measuring social impact depends on targeting the right customers.
Access by Prescription
By following the right regimen, pharmaceutical companies can boost their ability to bring life-saving medicines to poor customers.
Statehouse Scrutiny
For nearly a quarter century, a network of research and advocacy groups has kept a close eye on US state-level policymaking.
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Scaling Up Innovations With Government
How to overcome the barriers that large institutions like the government put in the way of scaling up innovations.
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A Tale of Two Intermediaries
RSPN and Nesta teach lessons about achieving social impact in the Global South and North.
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Scaling Up Inclusive Markets
More poor households benefit when the private and social sectors work together to build better environments for inclusive business.
Framing Is Personal
In campaigns to promote human rights, messages that highlight the experience of specific victims tend to be most effective.
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When Everyone Is an Expert
In an era of instant feedback and crowdsourcing, the government misses out when it relies solely on authorized voices.
Human-Centered Design for the Voting Experience
IDEO brings a human-centered design lens to voting in Los Angeles County—and finds compelling opportunities to increase participation nationally.