# Insights Articles, podcasts, videos, and stories sharing insights from social innovators worldwide. ## Insights *Articles, analysis and thought leadership* ## Featured articles Insights from thought leaders and social innovators on advancing social innovation and leadership. ## Featured Content ### How a STEM teacher shortage led to 150,000 educators teaching us about systems change Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/05/stem-teachers-systems-change-social-innovation/) ### How markets and missions are becoming allies for impact Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/04/how-markets-and-missions-are-becoming-allies-for-impact/) ### 2026 Schwab Foundation Award winners announced, joining a community of social innovators and entrepreneurs impacting nearly 1 billion lives Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://reports.weforum.org/docs/Press_Release_Schwab_Foundation_Awards_2026.pdf) ### Why social innovation is key to effective climate adaptation in Africa Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/03/why-social-innovation-is-key-to-climate-adaptation-future-in-africa/) ### What Africa’s Social Enterprises Tell Us About Africa’s Next Decade, and How Public and Private Leaders Should Respond Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.cnbcafrica.com/2026/what-africas-social-enterprises-tell-us-about-africas-next-decade-and-how-public-and-private-leaders-should-respond) ### It’s time for a currency that values the planet, not just profit Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.context.news/socioeconomic-inclusion/opinion/its-time-for-a-currency-that-values-the-planet-not-just-profit) ### Companies are starting to cash in the social innovation dividend Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/the-social-innovation-dividend-how-social-innovation-is-becoming-a-core-business-capability/) ### The business of impact in a changing world Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.forbes.com/sites/worldeconomicforum/2026/01/13/the-business-of-impact-in-a-changing-world/) ### Africa’s 2.18 million social enterprises are rewriting the continent’s growth story Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/12/africa-s-2-18-million-social-enterprises-are-rewriting-the-continent-s-growth-story/) ### How collective action is rewiring philanthropic and community partnerships Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/12/how-collective-action-is-rewiring-philanthropic-and-community-partnerships/) ### Meet the finalists of the Schwab Foundation 2026 Social Innovation Awards Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/09/meet-the-finalists-schwab-foundation-2026-social-innovation-awards/) ### The future of innovation is collective but only if we reimagine how we work together Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/09/the-future-of-innovation-is-collective-but-only-if-we-reimagine-how-we-work-together/) ### How Africa's social economy is shaping its development Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/07/africa-social-economy-development/) ### We have the blueprint for turning social progress into economic value, now let’s take action Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/06/turning-social-progress-into-economic-value/) ### The Future of Innovation Is Collective Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://ssir.org/articles/entry/collective-action-approach-social-innovation) ### Unleashing the power of collective social innovation to tackle complex issues around the world Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/04/collective-social-innovation/) ### The social innovators empowering women worldwide Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/03/the-social-innovators-empowering-women-worldwide/) ### Schwab Foundation Awards 2025: New Social Entrepreneurs and Innovators of the Year Announced Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2025/01/schwab-foundation-awards-2025-new-social-entrepreneurs-and-innovators-of-the-year-announced/) ### Social entrepreneurship and innovation has moved from the margins to the mainstream Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/social-innovation-has-moved-from-the-margins-to-the-mainstream/) ### New data highlights global momentum for social innovation and its role in sustainable development Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/new-data-highlights-global-momentum-for-social-innovation/) *...and 10 more items* ## Featured videos Conversations and stories from social innovators, highlighting their experiences and insights in advancing change worldwide. ### Mel Young Homeless World Cup is a global movement spanning 70+ countries that foster social inclusion and transformation. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/how-the-homeless-world-cup-is-helping-people-off-the-streets/) ### MIkaela Jade Indigital is the world’s first Indigenous augmented reality (AR) storytelling app. It aims to help embed Indigenous stories and history into the mainstream. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/indigital-ar-indigenous-stories/) ### Victoria Kisyombe SELFINA leases essential equipment to women to help them generate income and gradually achieve financial independence. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/finance-women-tanzania/) ### Gerald Abila BarefootLaw, a non-profit based in Uganda, utilises technology and innovative approaches to bridge the gap between people and the legal system. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/gerald-abila-barefootlaw/) ### Sabine Zink Bolonhini SAS Brasil is a non-profit that provides free medical care to rural areas in Brazil by deploying mobile health units in cities and regions lacking access to specialist doctors. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/brazil-cervical-cancer-check/) ### Atossa Soltani Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance is fighting to safeguard 35 million hectares of rainforest through a collaboration between 30 Indigenous nations of the Amazon basin. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/restoring-amazon-ecosystems-is-better-for-the-economy-than-ranching-or-logging-this-expert-explains/) ### Mohamed Amine Zariat Tibu Africa uses basketball and other sports as a catalyst to bring young people back into education and help them find employment. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/social-enterprise-basketball/#:~:text=This%20social%20enterprise%20uses%20basketball,World%20Economic%20Forum&text=Mohamed%20Amine%20Zariat%20is%20a,and%20help%20them%20find%20employment.) ### Tasso Azevedo MapBiomas is a network of more than 100+ organisations in Brazil and 14 other countries that monitors land use to promote conservation and sustainable management of natural resources. [Watch](https://www.weforum.org/videos/maps-brazil/) ## Podcasts *Latest podcast episodes*