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The idea behind social innovation is simple: to create new solutions to society’s most pressing problems through collaboration, creativity, and the sharing of ideas and resources.🌍 #ImpactDots #Impact #Sustainability #SocialImpact 

I still recall my first introduction to collective impact as a framework. It scratched an itch I didn't even know I had -- one of structure, logic and intentionality. But now that I've actually worked with a number of collective impact projects, I know that what works on paper doesn't necessarily translate into success during implementation. If you're wondering why our company has gone all-in on collaboration, some of the reasons are outlined in this piece. We think there are ways to save collective impact from itself, and have built a digital platform to do the work that seems to be missing from the equation -- the creation of social cohesion. Give it a read and comment below to share if it resonates with you. #socialinnovation #collectiveimpact

Depending on who you ask, the collective impact model is either the greatest thing since sliced bread, or as stale as a day-old loaf of bread. In this essay by Next Stage's CEO, Josh makes an argument for why collective impact should be given another chance... with some modifications to help it along. It is a call-to-action to strengthen "belonging at the intersection of social good," which is our company's new purpose statement. Check it out and weigh in below - what are your thoughts on the collective impact model?

🌍 In a world striving for profound change, the vision of a future defined by Three Zeros — zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero carbon net emissions — can only be realized through the power of social business. Inspired by Professor Muhammad Yunus, we understand that our shared goals are far more significant than any individual success. 🤝 At the heart of this movement is the belief that collaboration, rather than competition, holds the key to unlocking transformative solutions. We view similar organizations not as rivals, but as allies in a collective mission. By combining our strengths and resources, we can amplify our impact, drive innovation, and create a sustainable future for all. 💡 Imagine a world where social enterprises unite to tackle pressing challenges together—where every collaboration leads to meaningful change, fostering an ecosystem that nurtures creativity and resilience. In this space, there’s enough room for everyone to thrive, and together, we can build a new paradigm that prioritizes people and the planet. 🌟 By working hand in hand, we can turn the dream of a world with zero poverty, zero carbon emissions and zero unemployment into a tangible reality. Join us in this movement toward a brighter, more equitable future! ✨ Let’s hear from you! Does your company implement collaboration strategies for a bigger purpose? What experiences do you have with social innovation? Share your thoughts in the comments!

💙 Drive change for a better world! Explore the concept of social innovation and how it addresses societal challenges to create positive impact. 🌐 #SocialInnovation #PositiveImpact https://hubs.ly/Q02fZbKY0

At The Social Innovation Summit, we're not just talking about change; we're making it happen. 🌎✨ The Summit's power lies in its ability to assemble participants from diverse sectors, each bringing their perspectives and expertise - all dedicated to #Purpose and #SocialImpact. Read Gil Bashe's latest piece on Medika Life to learn how #SIS2024 is catalyzing societal impact from the heart of Chicago: https://lnkd.in/ePMqcPa5

Value, growth, and impact are the three pillars of #socialinnovation (Lean Impact by Ann Mei Chang). These should inform any social enterprise’s strategy and a social enterprise needs to deliver on all three to realize #socialimpact at scale. 💡 Value: Is there demand? Will your targeted users or customers purchase and use the product and service you’re providing? 💡 Growth: Will it scale? What’s the engine that can accelerate growth over time? Hint: If you answered grant funding, that’s not a sustainable strategy. 💡 Impact: Does it work? What social benefit are you offering? What measurable change are you achieving? How are you measuring impact? “Few mission-driven organizations embrace and validate all three pillars of social innovation from the start… This is one reason the sector vastly underperforms relative to its potential. By investing in more diligence upfront to ensure solutions meet real user needs, have a sustainable engine for growth, and achieve the desires social impact, far more social benefit can be created over time.” - Lean Impact [Last week I wrote about “Who” and I’ll spend the next few weeks on “What” - various strategy frameworks that I’ve applied previously in my own work and have recommended to other organizations] For more reading on social innovation ⬇ : 📌 Lean Impact https://lnkd.in/eNP_FK47. If I were to recommend only one book to anyone working in the social impact space, it would be this. It takes start-up principles and applies them to the social sector in a practical and brutally honest way. Jacqueline Novogratz wrote “Run, don’t walk, to buy this book.” Also, look up Ann Mei’s background for context. 📌 Value Proposition Canvas tool https://lnkd.in/es628irU. A practical tool from the Value Proposition Design book (by the authors of Business Model Generation) to assess value, and used in start-up accelerator programs. 📌 Innovation is not the Holy Grail from Stanford Social Innovation Review https://lnkd.in/eAVUsH_i. The push for innovation as a process.

Supported by different actors, social innovation brings practical solutions to complex issues that neither the State nor the market can respond to alone. #ImpactDots #SocialInnovation #Impact #SocialImpact

How can we shape the future through innovation and social impact? Massachusetts Institute of Technology's latest initiative empowers young innovators to tackle global challenges with a fresh perspective. Discover how they're blending technology with social responsibility to create a better tomorrow! #Innovation #SocialImpact #FutureLeaders