Human Capital Development
The Spring 2026 cover story examines how to invest in human flourishing in the age of AI. Plus: two important critiques of contemporary philanthropy and a new academic editor.
Editor’s Note Perspectives on the print magazine issues from SSIR's editor-in-chief
Latest
America at a Crossroads
The Winter 2026 issue focuses on the crisis of US democracy and how it might be resolved.
Shelter From the Storm
As an ideas magazine, SSIR offers a sanctuary for deep thinking on the issues of our time, including President Donald Trump's attempts to disrupt the social sector in ways that will be felt for years.
Together We Stand
As promoters and defenders of a free civil society, we at SSIR today find ourselves taking sides: We stand with you as allies against the rise of authoritarianism in the United States and abroad.
An End to Mass Violence
The cover story of our new issue examines efforts around the world to prevent identity-based violence, genocide, and mass atrocities.
Most Popular
Three Cheers for Regulation
During the Industrial Revolution, labor organizations, social movements, the media, and government came together to rein in big business, providing lessons on how to regulate firms of today like Facebook, Amazon, and Google, writes SSIR's editor-in-chief in an introduction to the Summer 2019 issue.
Transitioning to a Green Economy
A successful transition away from fossil fuels will require strong and vocal civil society organizations and social movements, along with government and business, to make the changes that are necessary if we are to avoid the calamities of global warming.
Creating Tech Prosperity for All
People from disadvantaged communities have largely been cut off from the tech cornucopia. It doesn’t have to be this way.
Even Small Foundations Can Have a Big Impact
While large amounts of money can make a difference, it’s not the only way that philanthropists can have an impact.
What’s Wrong With Dirty Money?
Nonprofits need to go into relationships with donors with their eyes wide open and dispassionately weigh the risks and rewards of the exchange.