The Rise of Antipoverty Relational Work
Nonprofits in the United States are making a revolutionary change in how they approach solutions to poverty.
Research Notes Summaries and analysis of new social innovation research
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Cracking the Black Box of Human Reasoning
We have powerful new tools to solve complex social problems—but how we apply them will determine our success.
Assessing the State of Global Youth
Highlights from an inaugural study on the largest generation in human history.
Solution Markets for Justice Reform
By demonstrating shared responsibility and accountability for outcomes that address injustice on a broad scale, justice institutions can help create an open economy for solutions to big, justice-related problems.
US Economic Mobility and Investing for Impact
A new Aspen Institute survey explores how impact investing is driving change in education, economic assets, and health and well-being.
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Ten Reasons Not to Measure Impact—and What to Do Instead
Impact evaluations are an important tool for learning about effective solutions to social problems, but they are a good investment only in the right circumstances.
Reconnecting Youth in America’s Cities
A new report examines the relationship between place and race, and disconnected youth in the United States.
The Limited Returns on Fundraising Support for Nonprofits
How can a funder move beyond wishful thinking and achieve a high yield through fundraising support?
Survey: Can Management Consulting Help Tiny Firms Grow?
Predict the results of two recent development studies, conducted by IPA, one of the world's leading poverty research organizations.
Playing Games and Getting Results
A game development initiative brings individuals together to achieve real-world social change.