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The Essential Offline Resources for Social Innovators You Need to Know About

Social Innovation InsightApr 24, 2023

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The Essential Offline Resources for Social Innovators You Need to Know About

The Essential Offline Resources for Social Innovators You Need to Know About

Do you want to connect with like-minded individuals and enhance your skills and knowledge of social impact through in-person training? We have previously recommended the best online courses for social innovators, and now we present offline training resources available worldwide. By attending classes in person, you can engage with others more deeply and collaboratively tackle challenges together.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Apr 24, 202305:27
Exploring the Deep: Is Electric Car Truly Better for the Environment?

Exploring the Deep: Is Electric Car Truly Better for the Environment?

The electric car market is experiencing a surge due to its environmentally friendly nature compared to oil-powered cars, with several environmental benefits. However, it is essential to consider whether electric cars also have negative environmental impacts and how we can achieve sustainable goals with their development altogether, to build a better world.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com


Apr 21, 202304:41
We are falling short on sex education, even in the richest country

We are falling short on sex education, even in the richest country

Sex education is a complex issue with only half of the countries worldwide implementing it into their education system, and the content and effectiveness varying greatly. With many challenges, it is clear that we are falling short on sex education, and it is crucial that we invest in comprehensive, inclusive, and rights-based programs to support the health and well-being of future generations.

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Apr 13, 202304:32
Your Ultimate Guide: How to Unlocking the Power of Social Innovation?

Your Ultimate Guide: How to Unlocking the Power of Social Innovation?

Social innovation is not just a trend, but a practice that has been evolving for decades, aimed at creating lasting innovative changes to address social and environmental issues. While social innovation lacks a clear definition, the tools and approaches used in social innovation can apply to any practice. Therefore, this guide aims to empower practitioners and create effective social impact.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Apr 04, 202304:42
How This Most Innovative Company is Revolutionizing the Fight Against Food Waste?

How This Most Innovative Company is Revolutionizing the Fight Against Food Waste?

Food waste is a global problem that has significant environmental consequences. Fortunately, with the development of technology and increased awareness, several organizations and companies are emerging to tackle food waste problems in various ways. One great example is Too Good To Go, which connects consumers with restaurants and stores to reduce food waste. Listen to learn more about their stories and impact.


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Mar 24, 202304:32
Why the Theory of Change is Crucial for Lasting Change? Strengthening Your Project’s Impact

Why the Theory of Change is Crucial for Lasting Change? Strengthening Your Project’s Impact

To effectively measure and evaluate social impact, mission-driven organizations need the Theory of Change to measure their impact over time. By using the Theory of Change, social enterprises, and NGOs can ensure their sustainability and make lasting changes.


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Mar 16, 202303:50
What Is The Future of Social Media for Teens? Addressing Concerns with TikTok and Meta

What Is The Future of Social Media for Teens? Addressing Concerns with TikTok and Meta

Social media has become a pervasive presence in the lives of teens, with significant threats to their well-being. While recent announcements by TikTok and Meta signal a willingness to implement new restrictions, the efficacy of these measures remains to be seen. As we look to the future, it is crucial to consider how social media can better serve the needs of young people and provide a safer, more positive online experience for them.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Mar 14, 202303:45
How Anyone Can Become A Social Entrepreneur And Make A Positive Impact?

How Anyone Can Become A Social Entrepreneur And Make A Positive Impact?

Are you driven to create positive change and social impact? Social entrepreneurship is a unique form of entrepreneurship that prioritizes business ventures with a positive effect on society or the environment. The best part is, anyone can become a social entrepreneur and initiate change in their community.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Mar 09, 202305:18
How Nokia’s Self-Repair Phone Is Shaping The Future?

How Nokia’s Self-Repair Phone Is Shaping The Future?

The Nokia G22 phone, which allows users to repair its parts when they are broken, represents a significant step towards extending the lifespan of phones, simplifying the recycling process, and saving money for users. This innovative approach is gaining mainstream attention.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Mar 03, 202302:57
Redesigning Our Future: Why We Need To Embrace System Thinking

Redesigning Our Future: Why We Need To Embrace System Thinking

How can we ensure a bright future for ourselves and future generations? Our environment is crucial for our survival, which is why we must prioritize environmental sustainability and redesign our actions to reflect this.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 28, 202304:15
Empathy in Action: How to Handle the Great Resignation and Layoffs with Compassion?

Empathy in Action: How to Handle the Great Resignation and Layoffs with Compassion?

As individuals, we are all swept along by the currents of time. In times of difficulty, it is particularly important to cultivate empathy in order to better understand each other. This is true for both employers and employees.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 23, 202304:39
Entrepreneurship with a Purpose: How to Start a Business with Impact?

Entrepreneurship with a Purpose: How to Start a Business with Impact?

The concept of social enterprise has gained momentum in recent years, as it prioritizes social issues and strives to create a positive social impact. It is a kind of entrepreneurship driven by a purpose, a mission, a dream, and a vision for the future.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 20, 202305:54
How China’s Population Decline Could Reshape the World

How China’s Population Decline Could Reshape the World

As the world's second-largest economy, China's declining population growth rate and aging population could lead to a number of social and economic challenges, both within China and globally.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 15, 202304:52
How innovation is booming in Africa

How innovation is booming in Africa

Many people have a misperception about Africa when it comes to innovation, but the reality is quite different. In recent years, there has been a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, and supporters in Africa who are dedicated to developing innovative solutions to tackle the challenges faced by the continent and bring about positive change.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 09, 202303:15
Is Climate Change Real?

Is Climate Change Real?

In recent years, there has been a growing body of evidence supporting the reality of climate change. This includes severe weather events such as heatwaves in the UK and snowstorms in the USA. Despite this, there are still many individuals who deny the existence of the problem.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 06, 202308:42
How To Self-Build Innovation Within Your Organization?

How To Self-Build Innovation Within Your Organization?

As more companies strive for innovation, the structure of their organization plays a crucial role. Holacracy, a self-organizing structure that mirrors nature's adaptive and innovative process, may hold the key to unlocking greater innovation within an organization.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Feb 01, 202303:31
How to Fuel Your Vision: Online Training Resources for Social Innovators

How to Fuel Your Vision: Online Training Resources for Social Innovators

Are you eager to begin your journey toward making a social impact but unsure of where to start? We've curated a list of the top online learning resources to aid in kickstarting your impactful journey.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 25, 202305:19
The overall status of the elderly in poverty

The overall status of the elderly in poverty

Elderly poverty is a growing concern worldwide, and the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified this problem. So what do we know about elderly poverty, and what can we do, to ensure a better future for them, and also for ourselves?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 23, 202305:30
9 innovative ideas to tackle plastic pollution

9 innovative ideas to tackle plastic pollution

Plastic products have become an integral part of our daily lives and finding alternative materials can be challenging. However, there are ways we are trying to adopt to reduce the negative impact of plastic on the environment.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 18, 202306:25
Why HCD(Human-centered-design) may change your life?

Why HCD(Human-centered-design) may change your life?

Are you seeking to maintain an innovative mindset that can transform your personal life? Do you wish to achieve significant success with minimal effort in your professional endeavors? If so, then Human-centered Design (HCD) is the ideal tool for you. It is a proven and powerful approach that can help you reach your goals.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 13, 202306:01
How can AI empower your (social) business?

How can AI empower your (social) business?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is constantly evolving, and its use is becoming increasingly prevalent with the rise of technologies such as ChatGPT. As individuals and business operators, so how can we explore ways to harness the power of AI in order to drive significant impact and optimize operations?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 11, 202302:56
We need to rethink ‘jobs’ in social organizations now!

We need to rethink ‘jobs’ in social organizations now!

Do you work in social organizations? What does your job look like? Are you happy with your job? Do you find your life goals within them? Have you ever wondered if jobs should be done differently? And if so, then how can we do it differently?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 10, 202308:22
5 exercises to make you more creative from scratch

5 exercises to make you more creative from scratch

Have you ever questioned your own creativity? Keep in mind that creativity, like genius, is not a fixed trait – it can be developed and nurtured. Here are 5 tips to help you boost your creative potential, even if you don't consider yourself to be particularly creative:

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jan 09, 202304:43
Why is business certification-B Corp, the best for your company?

Why is business certification-B Corp, the best for your company?

Is B Corp a social business? It is a type of business that prioritizes social and environmental impact alongside profit. It is part of a global movement of businesses that strive to use their platform for good and create a positive impact on their employees, the community, customers, and the environment. This is why many companies are joining the B Corp movement and seeking certification as a way to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Dec 24, 202205:02
Why would the mask be a huge problem?

Why would the mask be a huge problem?

Have you thought that the mask you use every day could damage the natural environment also wild animals? And do you know we have already produced 52 billion masks globally in 2020?

Mask prevents us from getting infected, but it also brings another problem. So is there a better way to deal with the massive mask production? Let's check out what are others' ideas on mask pollution and what we can do as an individual.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Dec 12, 202205:27
Social protection schemes around the world during Covid-19

Social protection schemes around the world during Covid-19

What social protection did you get when COVID-19 hit the entire world? Since 2019, most countries have implemented different social policies to protect their people from falling financially, so what were those policies, and how people were benefiting from them?


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Nov 17, 202211:36
Does technology make society exclusive or inclusive?

Does technology make society exclusive or inclusive?

What does technology mean to you? Is your life easier than it was before? Are you embracing technology at all? But there's a 'dark' side of technology that is making our society more exclusive, so how?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Oct 03, 202206:52
Plant-based meat, has a huge mission that is beyond novelty

Plant-based meat, has a huge mission that is beyond novelty

Green Monday, a successful Hong Kong social enterprise, not only sells their vegetarian meat products around the world but also has a mission to 'save the earth'. So what is their mission and why have they been so successful? 

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Sep 21, 202206:27
How does the UK government address elderly care with innovation?

How does the UK government address elderly care with innovation?

Is there any space to innovate in elderly care from the government's perspective? The UK government believes that innovation is key to delivering “outstanding quality” in adult social care in England, and has developed corresponding policies to initiate innovation in elderly care.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Sep 02, 202202:53
NFT – A potential tool to accelerate social good

NFT – A potential tool to accelerate social good

In 2021, the number of NFT art sales topped 1.5 million in a single month, and NFTs have great potential for social good, but it's also bad for the environment. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 31, 202203:25
7 Documentaries That Spark Your Creativity

7 Documentaries That Spark Your Creativity

Are you looking for something to spark your creativity? and want to stay inspired by people, places, and things? Then documentary may be what you are looking for, some will make you laugh, some will make you cry, and of course, all will reignite the creative spark.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 29, 202203:24
The recruiting process sucks

The recruiting process sucks

What was your job search experience like? Was it smooth for you, or was there a lot of stress? Different applicants definitely have different experiences, but we think the current recruiting process sucks and we need to redesign it.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 26, 202202:48
4 Best Apps Designed for Vulnerable Groups

4 Best Apps Designed for Vulnerable Groups

Earlier, we posted the fact that the elderly and the poor are the most likely to lag behind technology. However, there are attempts for other vulnerable groups of people, to help them access technology and make their lives easier.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 25, 202203:34
Human trafficking is even more rampant in Cambodia in Covid-19

Human trafficking is even more rampant in Cambodia in Covid-19

With the impact of Covid-19 and high inflation, more and more people are willing to take risks with the temptation of high salaries and working benefits. Recently, there are victims from Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, who have been lured into Cambodia and forced to work for criminal groups, some even involving sexual exploitation and organ removal.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 19, 202203:21
When Blockchain meets social innovation

When Blockchain meets social innovation

Blockchain represents a great deal of transparency, accountability, and security, so how could we leverage its advantages to improve people's lives?

There are some attempts to do so, no matter whether it's in the public or private sectors. We believe blockchain has great potential to achieve innovation and social impact. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 17, 202203:38
Wear digital fashion is cool, and that is a thing now

Wear digital fashion is cool, and that is a thing now

Reimagine fashion: Fashion has become digital now, and people are buying them to put on. It is customized to fit your body and it is also a way to achieve sustainability.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 16, 202201:19
How inflation affects poverty & inequality

How inflation affects poverty & inequality

Inflation has hit high in many countries, and people are struggling to live with rising prices for both daily goods and utilities. It is projected to push 70 million more people below the poverty line, while widening the gap between the rich and poor.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 10, 202203:53
Unveil the mysterious veil of social innovation

Unveil the mysterious veil of social innovation

Social innovation has been developed for many years, and it's getting more and more popular, especially in the academic area. 

So what is the definition of social innovation? And what direction is it leading us? Finally, what social impact can it create?


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 08, 202204:34
Best B-Corp out of the Best For The World 2022 List

Best B-Corp out of the Best For The World 2022 List

B-corp verification is to measure the company's social impact, and each year, the B-corp organization will list the best companies. We have chosen the companies that score the highest to tell their impact.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Aug 03, 202203:27
The best example to find the truth through omnipresence info – Bellingcat

The best example to find the truth through omnipresence info – Bellingcat

Have you lost in enormous information every day, and even been affected by fake news? Bellingcat is an independent open-source platform, that uses every single piece of information they can find to piece together the truth, let's hear their work.


This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jul 26, 202202:11
Is green energy really green?

Is green energy really green?

The heatwave has been hitting so many places across the entire world, and we are still struggling to transition our energy consumption to green energy, but is green energy really green? Should we rely on it to reduce environmental impacts and to have normal weather?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jul 20, 202203:39
This company changed the traditional leaf packaging

This company changed the traditional leaf packaging

This Danish company leveled up the 'leaf packaging' using fiber packaging which comes from 100% natural ‘leaves’, which made them the first and only company to do so.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jul 12, 202201:44
How can social innovation empower community engagement in data governance?

How can social innovation empower community engagement in data governance?

Data governance is more and more important as technology is booming, it needs responsibility and accountability. Regrading that, researchers found that the Social Innovation Tools can enable citizens to support data governance.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

Jul 06, 202202:07
Resourceful Global Social Innovation Community to Join

Resourceful Global Social Innovation Community to Join

Join our Discord social innovation community, to get unlimited free recourses and interact with others from other sides of the world.
Invitation link: https://discord.io/innovators
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Jul 04, 202204:18
Why Business Can Alleviate Wicked Social Problems?

Why Business Can Alleviate Wicked Social Problems?

We all face a variety of social problems, and some of them are very difficult to solve. Researchers found that markets are intertwined with social problems, especially wicked social problems, and we can leverage the power of business to alleviate social problems.

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May 31, 202204:21
You can show your multi-talents on Polywork, a rising competitor of Linkedin

You can show your multi-talents on Polywork, a rising competitor of Linkedin

What could be the alternative to LinkedIn?

Polywork, a UK company founded in 2021 with its unique visualized display and multiple badges, allows users to showcase their multiple talents in an easy way and also creates more space for collaboration.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

May 17, 202202:13
Where should you look for Social Innovation Master programs?

Where should you look for Social Innovation Master programs?

Do you want to study social innovation academically? And learn how to solve social problems? We've listed some well-known Social Innovation Master programs to start your journey.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

May 09, 202204:44
Best Google search engine alternatives

Best Google search engine alternatives

Google is the world's largest search engine, and it makes money from advertising and data. So are there better search engines that can protect your privacy, and also remove ads?

Sure, there are, and they are getting more and more popular.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

May 05, 202201:59
How serious is human trafficking during COVID-19?

How serious is human trafficking during COVID-19?

There were 40.3 million victims of human trafficking in 2016, and with the uncertainty of the economy and high rates of unemployment, especially during the period of Covid-19, people are more vulnerable and become victims of human trafficking over the world.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

May 04, 202203:40
How to meet aging challenges with social innovation?

How to meet aging challenges with social innovation?

Public sector innovation is hard, but with the rising interest in social innovation and the challenges of the aging population, we could see some directions of social innovation in elderly services, that could improve the wellbeing and welfare of the elderly.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://soinnoinsight.wordpress.com

May 02, 202204:14