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There is growing evidence that greater gender equality leads to increased business innovation, and companies that pay attention stand to reap great rewards.

Tapping the Great Potential of Female Philanthropists

By Jessica Houssian 5

Ten ways to better engage high-net-worth women donors, and work with them to effectively invest in women and girls, and other social causes.

Environmental Inclusion: A Moral Imperative and Political Necessity

By Nives Dolšak & Aseem Prakash 6

Access to the outdoors should be a human right. If connection with nature is important for the human soul and mind, we need to ask what structural problems prevent the underprivileged from enjoying such experiences.

Economic Development

Closing the Wealth Gap for Families of Color

By La June Montgomery Tabron 2

We must align programs and policies to better support the financial strength and security of families of color today, while keeping sight of the long-term benefits for all of creating a truly inclusive economy.

Organizational Development

A Defense of Story

By Thaler Pekar 7

Stories can be overly simple, even deceptive. But more often than not, they help surface and illuminate truth, and embracing their complexity offers deep reward.

Human Rights

The Risky Rhetoric of Female Risk Aversion

By Sarah Kaplan & Natassia Walley 4

Women are seen as less likely to engage in risky behavior and more likely to use money prudently. But this stereotype can lead to discrimination against women.

Philanthropy & Funding

How Individual Donors Can Help Build Movements

By Mitchell Singer & Jon Quinn

It’s difficult to know how—and where—to engage in risky work that may not yield results for a long time. Three lessons can help.

Government

Bridging Communities and Government Through Data

By Marta Urquilla & Jim Shelton 1

We can drive more capital to community-driven solutions that deliver results, but first we need a change in mindset—one that focuses on outcomes—using data and partnerships.