THE POWER OF PEOPLE, PLACES & FIRMS
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn OECD countries, around 1 in 8 young people fall between the two and become “NEETs” – those neither working, studying, nor receiving training. In Latin America, it is 1 in 4 young people. But NEETs are not just a problem. They represent an opportunity – a vast pool of talent, full of skills and enthusiasm. With the right support, they can become a powerful and positive force for change.
Reading Time: 3 minutesLa innovación y la tecnología, guiadas por la evidencia y el trabajo colaborativo, se han consolidado en Colombia como catalizadores clave para la transformación social
Reading Time: 3 minutesHow can data and local collaboration transform education? United Way Colombia is showing that when communities, innovation, and evidence come together, impact becomes not just possible, but measurable and scalable.
Reading Time: 4 minutesMalmö, Sweden, transformed from deindustrialization to a vibrant tech hub through innovation and inclusivity. Minc plays a crucial role in supporting startups, showcasing successful collaboration, funding access, and community diversity as keys to economic growth.
Reading Time: 3 minutesRevitalising communities requires attention to social capital alongside physical infrastructure. Learn how trust and collaboration drive civic engagement – essential for overcoming contemporary crises.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteLearn about Yalla Trappan, a social enterprise empowering foreign-born women in Sweden through job opportunities and financial independence to reduce social isolation.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe green transition is reshaping jobs, firms and places. It is also creating ‘winners and losers’ as we race to reach Net Zero, with gaps emerging in the distribution of green jobs. Left unchecked, this could lead to some places being left behind, jeopardising the green transition. What can cities and regions do to boost green job creation?
Reading Time: 4 minutesOur universities play a special role in generating the skills and new ideas that drive national economic and social progress. But can they do more to lift their local communities?