Ode to Representative Democracy: The Power of Factions Still Matters
It is still necessary today to protect against the power of factions; it is vital this critical aspect of American democracy is restored.
Social Issues - Articles
Higher Education Fundraising Redefined
A national study of alumni explores attitudes, motivations, and behavior associated with giving.
Teaching the Key Skills of Successful Social Entrepreneurs
What if we taught the key mindsets and skill sets that help make successful social entrepreneurs?
Trawling for Trash
An EU Fisheries Commission Project pays fisherman to remove plastic debris from the Mediterranean Sea.
Podcast
How to Cultivate the Best Teachers
Teachers play a key role in influencing the future not only of students, but of the country and world as a whole. What contributes to teacher effectiveness?
Students Partner for World Change
Apprenticeship opportunities are few and far between in the highly competitive and ever-developing field of social innovation.
Stone Soup and an Impoverished Mexican Village
In a session at the Opportunity Collaboration, stories were shared on the power and importance of community decision-making.
Philanthropy as Infrastructure?
As a society, we should not encourage the replacement of public responsibilities by private philanthropy.
Podcast
Capital for Early Stage Innovation
Representatives from various investment firms explain the medical innovation funding landscape, and advise early stage innovators with creative ways to navigate these complexities.
Using Collective Impact to End Homelessness
If a community wants to achieve something breathtaking, getting the right sectors to the table is a great place to start.