Reading Time: 4 minutesParis is going beyond the basics to harness innovation and power not just startups but the future of entire cities.
Category: Inclusive
Planning for Play: Designing Urban Space to Welcome Back Families
Reading Time: 4 minutesChildren are disappearing from city centres. Between 2018 and 2023, 19 out of 30 European capitals saw the share of the population aged 0-14 decline
Beyond the buzz: Measuring the lasting impact of events
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhat remains after the excitement of major events fades? Spirit of 2012 shows how targeted, well-measured programmes can turn Olympic buzz into lasting well-being gains, especially for those who need it most.
Partnerships that work: Local alliances for inclusive economy in Central America
Reading Time: 5 minutesEach year, many Central American migrants return to the same challenges they left behind: scarce jobs, limited prospects and exclusion. But in parts of Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, local actors are helping turn return into a fresh start.
COGITO TALKS… HOPE OR HYPE: CAN SOCIAL INNOVATION REALLY DELIVER?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHow can we turn great ideas into lasting social impact? In this episode of the OECD Podcast, Shayne MacLachlan speaks with Jeroen Jutte, Head of the European Social Fund Coordination Unit at the European Commission.
The dilemma of an entrepreneur: Balancing passion and well-being
Reading Time: 4 minutesEntrepreneurs can experience a mix of exhilaration and stress due to the nature of their work. Learn how policymakers can help these individuals thrive through supporting their well-being and encouraging their success.
How Malmö Developed a Thriving Startup Community: Lessons from Minc’s Journey
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.
If music be the source of growth, play on
Reading Time: 3 minutesOver the next decade, 1.2 billion young people in emerging countries, especially Africa, face job scarcity. The thriving global music industry presents an economic opportunity, yet many nations ignore its potential for job creation and revenue growth.