Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With better context-specific information, these workers could become more productive in the tasks they are performing and venture into new, more complex tasks. Companies must recognize that, in reality, labor is a critical resource for productivity growth. Alas, this more hopeful path is not where we are heading.

Public and Social Policy 133

Public and Social Policy Technology Civil Society Production 133

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 17, 2024

We know that the racial homeownership gap is, in large measure, the product of historic redlining , as well as past and ongoing discrimination. One driver of this ongoing inequality is the current federal system of financing, which largely depends on two government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs)— Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Finance 123

Finance Production Insurance Values 123

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 22, 2023

Image Credit: Anders Norrback Bornholm on unsplash.com In a report published last year for Just Futures , an investment advisory firm that seeks to encourage “values-based investing,” Anand Jahi indicates that the amount of money invested on Wall Street totals $71.4 Of course, that is still real money: $8.4

Nonprofit governance and management 94

Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management 94

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 22, 2024

In both markets, products and services are sold across B2B, B2C, or B2G models, and both markets draw on data (and increasingly AI data) to increase efficiency and reduce the costs of established processes. It is therefore imperative to provide them with high-quality products that have documented evidence of positive impact.

Public and Social Policy 62

Public and Social Policy Finance Education Education 62

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

By James Anderson Here’s a new axiom fit for the 21st century: The greater the global challenge, the more likely it is to fall to local governments to fix. Local governments are left bearing the brunt and have, understandably, so far struggled. Or take the ongoing global migration wave.

Nonprofit governance and management 131

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance 131

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Businesses—in their myriad roles as employers, suppliers, and investors—need to lean into end-to-end sustainability by taking actions that improve not only the environment but also livelihoods, particularly among vulnerable communities in their value chains.

Health 98

Health Public and Social Policy Environmental Governance 98

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Beginning in the 1950s and 1960s, poor communities and people of color stood up to the federal government and the excesses of urban renewal , which had bulldozed many poor communities, especially communities of color. In terms of production, CDCs were doing well. Rebuilding a Common Identity The production numbers may be impressive.

Community Development 117

Community Development Public and Social Policy Governance Production 117

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

While the National Center for Employee Ownership defines employee ownership as “any arrangement in which a company’s employees own shares in their company or the right to the value of shares in their company,” in a worker cooperative, ownership means not just sharing profits, but having a direct voice and vote in the workplace.

Public and Social Policy 103

Public and Social Policy Finance Governance Culture 103

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

To combat this crisis, governments and international bodies have turned to diverse policy frameworks for biodiversity preservation at national, regional, and global levels. To genuinely prioritize biodiversity conservation, companies must reduce the volume of toxic chemicals throughout their entire value chains.

Public and Social Policy 106

Public and Social Policy Agriculture Manufacturing Environmental 106

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The local paradox is important because local social networks are increasingly filling the gaps left behind by struggling local institutions—disappearing civic associations, dying local media, and hollowed-out state and local governments. Values-Driven, Closely Moderated, Trusted, and Local.

Nonprofit governance and management 88

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Participation and motivation Values 88

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 27, 2023

While government agencies worldwide face enormous challenges in leveraging their data to deliver services effectively and efficiently, 89 percent of public sector respondents in 2020 said they were unprepared for rapid data growth. Every level has a distinct economic purpose and a clear value-add.

Public and Social Policy 101

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development 101

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 5, 2024

While organizations like the China Disabled Persons’ Federation aim to support the rights and interests of disabled individuals through assistance obtaining welfare subsidies and other services, only the most severely disabled individuals qualify for government financial aid.

Nonprofit governance and management 90

Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 90

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 19, 2023

Conway of Caltech, titled The Big Myth: How American Business Taught Us to Loathe Government and Love the Free Market , examines the role of corporate propaganda. Musgrave offers a more satisfying answer, writing, “I understand neoliberalism as a governing rationality that directs state action in favor of the market” (177).

Public and Social Policy 101

Public and Social Policy Marketing Marketing Governance 101

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 31, 2023

For instance, interventions aimed at unlocking labor demand might spur entry of new firms—by catalyzing pioneer firms or attracting foreign direct investment in new industries —or accelerate the productivity and growth of existing firms by limiting regulatory burdens or supporting them on management practices and export facilitation.

Manufacturing 118

Manufacturing Education Education Foundations 118

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 3, 2023

This year’s theme, “ All In ”, will examine how the recovery and success of the nonprofit sector is driven by the collective and effective work of the staff, board, stakeholders, clients, community, government, and corporate sector. These small changes build upon each other and can lead to increased productivity and employee engagement.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public Policy Ethics 108

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Labor Mobility Partnerships (LaMP) is an example of a systems designer that helps coordinate across employers, aspiring workers, recruiters, government agencies, and trainers to prioritize and direct the investments needed to establish “good labor mobility” in key corridors around the world.

Public and Social Policy 130

Public and Social Policy Finance Recruitment Poverty 130

MNA Association

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Mission and Values Montana Nonprofit Association provides leadership for Montana’s nonprofit sector and partners with Montana’s charitable nonprofits to promote a sustainable, networked, and influential sector. The Executive Director actively supports building the membership base and the value members find in belonging to MNA.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 76

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public Policy 76

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The final third might be the bane of a productive, accountable board: they simply won’t do much at all, except (hopefully) donate funds. But the reality is that these people won’t necessarily be effective in a governance role. If it does, you’re halfway to having a board that adds value. Reality 2: It’s all work and no pay.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Nonprofits 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Confusion occurs within corporations, too: imagine the regional manager of a bottling plant for a multinational corporation, responsible for reporting on key ESG metrics to one division within its company but also needing to work with innovation and product development teams, from another division, that need to start designing with ESG in mind.

Social Enterprise 119

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofit governance and management Governance 119

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Finding that perfect balance of power and productivity is one of the most common challenges that nonprofit leaders face. . The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. Unhealthy leadership cultures are often evidenced by one of two polarized governance styles: micromanagement or rubberstamping.

Management 90

Management Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership 90

Bloomerang

APRIL 29, 2021

It is no wonder some boards are finding it difficult to be productive due to this bickering, eye-rolling, microaggressions, bias, silence, or absence. The Board of Directors is the governing body of a nonprofit. But when conflict is clouding the board’s ability to be productive and focus on mission, something must change. .

Nonprofit governance and management 102

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Culture Nonprofits 102

Candid

JULY 27, 2023

government agencies ii. Before this time, government grants collection had been limited to a few agencies like the National Science Foundation and Department of Education. The value of these efforts was supported by two concurrent—and connected—realities, which came to a head in 2020. ii Grantmaking by U.S.

Governance 98

Governance Foundations Philanthropy Associations 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 5, 2023

billion across social, health care, and education in 2021, while government spending in the same areas was approximately 25 times more. billion (about $1 billion) in 2020, while government spending was SGD 36.6 billion (about $1 billion) in 2020, while government spending was SGD 36.6

Public and Social Policy 99

Public and Social Policy Governance Philanthropy Poverty 99

Getting Attention

JUNE 7, 2012

Then prioritize no more than ten organizations that share your values, but aren’t directly competitive in the programs/services offered or engaging the same target audiences (sometimes those partnerships have value too, but don’t start there). Showing value is the surefire way to ensure the partnership flourishes.

Production 71

Production Governance Values Philanthropy 71

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2022

We provide food for pick up or delivery, and all our produce and products are sourced from local Black farmers and businesses. But the gains of the half century after emancipation were reversed in the following 50 years, as Black people lost land due to fraudulent tactics by government entities, banks, and individuals.

Food 113

Food Agriculture Governance Children 113

Candid

MARCH 1, 2023

The power of data for creating social change Data and analytics have long been used to improve the quality of products and services, optimize efficiency in production and distribution, and fundamentally shape business models. However, this power extends far beyond the walls of corporations.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Technology Collaborations Production 98

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JULY 16, 2021

They purchase from companies that align with their values. . B2B companies are starting to understand the value of corporate social responsibility. That will build trust with the clients sharing the same values and inspire them to choose you over your competitors. One of their top priorities is eco-friendliness.

Environmental 140

Environmental Marketing Marketing Participation and motivation 140

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

But before I can productively share what I learn, I need to rethink how I learn. It’s around “clairifying” your values so you can approach your work from a meaningful, relevant, and centered place. Values are powerful. Take the time, first, to clarify your own values. I’m guessing this may be helpful to you as well.

Values 90

Values Governance Leadership Fundraising 90

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 18, 2023

To help address increasing numbers of dropout students, the Japanese government created a new law on educational opportunities, which came into effect in 2016. The law stipulates that national and local governments are responsible for securing educational opportunities outside of school as a measure against truancy.

Children 96

Children Law Governance Education 96

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Chapters Enhanced Property Value The allure of energy-efficient renovations extends far beyond their immediate aesthetic or environmental appeal; they impart a substantial increase in property value. Consequently, the premium paid translates into a higher resale value, providing a lucrative return on investment.

Energy 52

Energy Environmental Health Governance 52

Pam Moore

APRIL 11, 2018

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Non-Profits 152

Non-Profits Insurance Manufacturing Healthcare 152

Pam Moore

AUGUST 11, 2018

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Marketing 132

Marketing Marketing Insurance Healthcare 132

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 12, 2023

Their work must be grounded in values of social justice. And because we prioritize working with BIPOC folks, we know we need coaching not just in leadership, but to unpack our conditioned beliefs that are often not true, but products of a racist, patriarchal, capitalistic system. This requires imagination because, as Octavia E.

Nonprofit governance and management 104

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Development Leadership Governance 104

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 29, 2023

Unfortunately, behavioral health solutions are typically developed by government officials, academic researchers, clinicians, nonprofit leaders, and social service organizations. This biased perspective frequently shows up in our dominant work culture that devalues personal stories, pushback, or opinions that generate productive tension.

Health 91

Health Public and Social Policy Governance Collaborations 91

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 1, 2023

” While commercial innovations can be classified as products, processes, or business models, biocultural innovation blurs the lines between extractive notions of innovation and biocultural approaches to conservation.

Agriculture 88

Agriculture Construction Culture Manufacturing 88

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Local government wins because properties are back in productive use, generating taxes. The new headline should read, “communities use land banks and CLTs to advance racial justice,” because the end goal of this work is not just productive partnerships, but racially equitable cities, towns, and regions.

Public and Social Policy 109

Public and Social Policy Governance Community Development Agriculture 109

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 25, 2024

Understand the laws governing this digital marketing strategy. In return, your hired influencer receives payments, free products, and/or benefits. Brands hire these known individuals to endorse their products or services. Almost 50% of consumers rely on influencers for product recommendations. billion this year.

Law 52

Law Public and Social Policy Marketing Marketing 52