Nonprofits
Research: Strong Women, Strong Sector
The more empowered a country's women, the more vibrant its nonprofit sector.
Tag: Women
Social Innovations
The New Women’s Movement
Nonprofits
Fundraisers Should Get More Respect
Social Innovations
Women, Giving Circles Reshaping Giving Sector
Female givers are making their impact as foundations scramble for donations
Nonprofits
We Are the Possible: Meet Lindsey McDougle
An interview with Lindsey McDougle, a doctoral student at the University of San Diego pursuing a degree in Leadership Studies with a specialization in Nonprofit and Philanthropic Studies.
Research
No Profit for Her
Research shows that men may be more effective than woman at utilizing microfinance investments.
Review
Book Reviews
An Unconscionable Business
Sex Trafficking: Inside the Business of Modern Slavery by Siddharth Kara
Nonprofits
Lobbying for Good
In their efforts to be socially responsible, most companies fail to wield their most powerful tool: lobbying. Yet corporations such as Mary Kay, Royal Dutch Shell, and General Motors are increasingly leveraging their deep pockets, government contacts, and persuasive powers for the cause of good. Not all kinds of socially responsible lobbying are created equal, however. The authors discuss which forms are best for companies and society.
Social Innovations
LivingGoods Calling
LivingGoods sends its version of Avon ladies—white-uniformed "health promoters"—knocking on doors in hundreds of Ugandan communities.