Economic Development
Refugee Crisis: Capitalism to the Rescue?
Solving the problem means taking an inclusive approach to foster sustainable development in the countries of origin.
Tag: Middle East
Impact Investing
Investing in Impact Off the Beaten Path
Two considerations for impact investors looking to extend their reach to fragile and conflict-afflicted markets—where the need for responsible capital is greatest.
Collaboration
Beyond Car Bombs: Keys for Transformative Impact
Trust rooted in shared dreams and values can find a way forward at the edge of chaos.
Civil Society
Getting Creative About Corruption
A group in Lebanon deploys a wide range of methods—from mobile apps to street theater—to thwart bribe-taking by officials.
Social Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneurship: A Force for Political Stability
Three recommendations for bridging the chasm between the political elite and marginalized citizens in the Middle East.
Social Entrepreneurship
Fueling Financial Innovation in the Middle East
Getting social entrepreneurs in Arab countries to take bigger risks in financing for scale may require that they put more skin in the game.
Philanthropy
As Giving Goes Global
Philanthropic activity is increasing worldwide in ways that reflect a shared ethos of humanitarian "virtue."
Impact Investing
A Fault in Funding
An initiative undertaken by the World Bank reveals a troubling gap in the financing of social enterprises.
Technology
The Call of Violence
In parts of the world, expanding cell-phone coverage brings with it an increase in violent activity.