Empowering Change: Social Innovation Through Human-Centered Design
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Empowering Change: Social Innovation Through Human-Centered Design

Embarking on the journey of social innovation requires a strategic blend of creativity, adaptability, and focused problem-solving. Explore the principles of human-centered design, unraveling a comprehensive approach to navigating the complexities of social problems.

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How to Love the Problem in 5 Steps
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How to Love the Problem in 5 Steps

In the realm of social impact, the journey to "Do Good. Better." begins with a profound concept—falling in love with the problem. In the context of social innovation, it is a guiding principle, steering changemakers toward solutions that truly make a difference.

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The Power of "Loving the Problem" in Social Impact
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The Power of "Loving the Problem" in Social Impact

Loving the problem may sound strange, but it is a philosophy of doing the work to deeply understand a social problem before presenting a solution. Working to “Love the Problem” will help you to more effectively “Love the One” – to see an individual’s needs and work with them to co-create an effective solution.

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From Good Intentions to Lasting Impact: The Water for People Story
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From Good Intentions to Lasting Impact: The Water for People Story

Ever wondered how an organization can transition from well-meaning actions to making a significant, lasting impact? Learn from the story of Water for People, a nonprofit changing lives and epitomizing the "Do Good. Better." philosophy. Learn from their journey, including key takeaways on evaluation, focus, and community involvement.

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Three Kinds of Social Impact Organizations
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Three Kinds of Social Impact Organizations

Good intentions aren't always enough to solve complex problems like the global water crisis. We explore two real-world examples – one in Bangladesh and another in Kenya – where the desire to help led to unintended consequences. Find out how understanding, research, and partnerships are key to doing good better.

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What Does It Mean to "Do Good. Better."?
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What Does It Mean to "Do Good. Better."?

Are you eager to make the world a better place? We all share that instinct to help, but it's not always easy to figure out the right way. In this post, we unravel the concept of "Do Good. Better." and explain how we can become more effective changemakers.

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