Social Innovation Discussions: Center for Social Innovation (CSI)

Social Innovation Discussions


	Water's Role in Environmental Sustainability What is the best way for entrepreneurs to approach water companies with environmental sustainability solutions that address water problems? In this panel discussion, sponsored by the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, experts and academics share what the water industry is doing to save water and the energy used to produce it for public use. They offer suggestions about how business can best invest in this growing field. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Environmental Sustainabililty and Water Supply Is there a world water crisis? Yes, says water expert Peter Gleick in this audio lecture at the annual Conradin von Gugelberg memorial lecture on the environment at Stanford Graduate School of Business. To the list of environmental sustainability matters plaguing our planet, we can add the fact that we don't have enough fresh, clean water to do what we need to do, he asserts, which results in disease and death in many areas of the world. Gleick outlines the nature of the crisis and offers some answers. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Future of the Health Care Reform Amidst much debate and acrimony, Congress has at last passed the Affordable Care Act -- the new health law. The law makes health coverage available to those denied health insurance by private insurance companies because of a pre-existing condition. In this panel discussion at Stanford, medical and public health experts consider what's strong and weak about the new measure, and how it will change our health care system. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	The Dragonfly Effect and Social Enterprise How can you leverage the power of design thinking and psychological research with practical tools and strategies to get your social enterprise off the ground? In this university podcast, sponsored by the Stanford Center for Social Innovation, Stanford Graduate School of Business marketing professor Jennifer Aaker introduces the "dragonfly effect" model to illustrate how technology can be used to support business and social missions. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Using Twitter for Social Change Twitter may be based in San Francisco, but it's used by folks in nearly every country in the world. In this university podcast, sponsored by the Stanford Center for Social Innovation, author Sarah Milstein shows you the ins and outs of how to use this real-time information network for your personal or business advantage. She offers tips on searching, posting, and making an impact on the world with your ideas. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	International Development Through Microfinance Jessica Jackley is cofounder of Kiva.org, the nonprofit microfinancing website that allows people to promote international development and break the cycle of poverty by lending as little as $25 to a specific third-world entrepreneur. In this audio lecture, sponsored by the Stanford Center for Social Innovation, Jackley talks about how she is revolutionizing philanthropy and inspiring a new generation of philanthropists through technology. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Structures for Social Enterprise Social problems are being addressed not only through the traditional nonprofit sector but also with emerging social enterprise structures such as for-profits that focus on the triple bottom line and hybrid models that blend market and nonmarket approaches. Kriss Deiglmeier, executive director of the Center for Social Innovation, moderates a panel of social enterprise leaders who discuss the unique aspects of their respective organization's legal structure, and share perspectives in establishing and maintaining enterprises dedicated to advancing social impact. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Activating Philanthropy Through Social Media How can nonprofits leverage social media technology such as Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, and blogs to support philanthropy? In this audio lecture, nonprofit consultant Beth Kanter talks about how she has done just that, thereby raising thousands of dollars to help children in Cambodian orphanages get to school. Learn how to get people involved in your cause, donate, volunteer, and solicit friends -- all with a few keystrokes. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Financial Crisis and a Changing Business World The financial crisis has led to finger pointing at business schools, which have spawned MBAs who have become the leaders of various prominent financial and government institutions involved in the crisis. In this audio interview, Stanford MBA student Alex Maasry talks with Garth Saloner, dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Business, about the impact of the crisis on the GSB's curriculum and on business education more broadly. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio
	Financial Crisis and a Changing Business World The recent financial crisis has highlighted the interconnectedness among economies in today's world. In this audio interview, Stanford MBA student Lisa Scheible talks with James Wolfensohn, former president of World Bank, about how the crisis has changed the way global institutions and firms that are engaged in emerging market economies must operate to promote long-term development and prosperity. You are missing some Flash content that should appear here! Perhaps your browser cannot display it, or maybe it did not initialize correctly. Resource: Audio