by David Stead | Blended Finance & Philanthropy, Editor's Picks, ESG Investing, Global, Impact Economy, Impact Investing, Impact Measurement & Management, Regions, Scaling Solutions, SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities, SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 13 - Climate Action, SDG 14 - Life Below Water, SDG 15 - Life on Land, SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals, SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, SDGs, Systems Change, Tech for Social Good
This article brings attention to a variety of impact insights and innovations presented at the 2023 GIIN Conference in Copenhagen (GIIN Impact Forum). I delve into areas that, despite their critical importance to the planet and society, may not be widely recognized....
by Rachita Sharma | Africa, Asia, Blended Finance & Philanthropy, Creative Economy, Gender Lens, Impact Economy, Impact Measurement & Management, LGBTQ+, Racial Equity & Justice, Regions, SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities, SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 16 - Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, SDG 5 - Gender Equality, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, SDGs, Systems Change, Tech for Social Good
When India achieved independence, “unity in diversity” became a buzz phrase. The country’s leaders tried to cultivate inclusion across races, languages, religions, and many other dimensions. Fast forward 75 years and discussions about inclusion have moved into all...
by Asawari Luthra | Asia, Editor's Picks, Impact Economy, Regions, Scaling Solutions, SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, SDGs
India’s remarkable economic growth owes much to its vibrant micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which account for nearly a third of the country’s GDP. However, MSMEs, especially those in the “micro” category, which are the smallest...
by David Evans | Asia, Circular Economy, Editor's Picks, Impact Economy, Intrapreneur, Regions, SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities, SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, SDGs, Systems Change
Half of the top ten offenders for releasing plastic waste into the ocean are countries in Southeast Asia. Another three — China, India, and Bangladesh — are just outside of this region. Part of the problem is their proximity to the ocean, but equally important is...
by Robert Hurst | Asia, Circular Economy, Creative Economy, Editor's Picks, Gender Lens, Global, Impact Economy, Impact Investing, Latin America, SDG 1 - No Poverty, SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
As part of a series of “fireside chats” sponsored by R.I.S.E. Artisan Fund, Hema Shroff Patel and Maddalena Forcella discussed their approach to design, heritage crafts, and their design studios. Both designers work collaboratively with highly skilled spinners, dyers,...
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