Stories of nonprofit heroes and social change innovators
Celebrating those with big hearts who are challenging the status quo, a roundup from around the web
Can data keep people out of prison? Interview with software engineer Clementine Jacoby, who developed an artificial intelligence algorithm to quickly sort through the criminal justice case backlog to identify prisoners who could safely be released. The nonprofit she founded, Recidiviz, brought about the early release of tens of thousands of prisoners in 30 states during COVID. (People I (mostly) Admire Podcast by Steven D. Levitt, with a hat tip to Tyler Cowen)
“…the majority of family separations across the country are directly linked to poverty and are completely preventable.” A compelling interview with founder and CEO of Every Mother’s Advocate Charlotte (Charlee) Tchividjian, describing their work in overcoming obstacles and keeping families together. Inspiring. (Philanthropy Roundtable)
How philanthropy is pushing for an age-friendly New Jersey. “An age-friendly city, or age-friendly community, is a place where older adults can remain safe, healthy and engaged throughout their lifespan, due in part to structural adaptations designed to accommodate old age...It’s really about applying that aging lens to transportation, housing and areas of life that people working in healthcare and social services do not control.” (Inside Philanthropy)
Exciting News for Innovation for Social Change
Spring has been a whirlwind of publicity and making new friends in the social change community.
“How can nonprofit leaders bring innovation to their organization?” what a treat to be interviewed on the popular podcast, “Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership with Patton McDowell.” This is a can’t miss podcast series for nonprofit leadership and personal growth. I’m excited that my friend and author Nathan Chapel will be an upcoming guest.
I was invited to speak to a thoughtful group of social change entrepreneurs in an accelerator for early/mid career nonprofit professionals. I blogged about our candid conversation here. Looking forward to seeing what these passionate innovators will do in their careers. Thank you to the Stand Together Foundation’s Aaron Watson and Sally Hoffman for hosting! This was an especially meaningful milestone as I’m an alumna (’06-07) of the program. Know any talented candidates? Sign up here.
Could hardly believe my good fortune to be in beautiful Cancun Mexico at the annual conference of the Association for Private Enterprise Education, where I spoke about launching and growing a university-based center. Thought-provoking presentations and attended by hundreds of passionate educators, this conference left me energized and inspired! Grateful to Dr. Kim Holder and the amazing conference organizers.
Truly delighted by the invitation to write about the great work of nonprofits in the St. Anselm's Abbey Spring Newsletter! St. Anselm’s Abbey and School, in the heart of DC, is a special place to me and so many others. See Planting Seeds of Hope: The Vital Work of Nonprofits (page 9). If you find yourself in the DC area and are looking for a peaceful oasis, it is a welcoming place.
Innovation for Social Change gets its first course adoption! Thoroughly enjoyed guest speaking with a thoughtful group of students who are reading the book in their grant proposal writing course. Many of the students have a STEM background, they asked such thoughtful questions. It was an honor and so much fun! Grateful to Dr. Krista Speicher Sarraf and California Polytechnic State University.
How do nonprofits make innovation part of their everyday DNA? Honored that Innovation for Social Change is featured in this thoughtful, three-part podcast series on civil society hosted by social movement expert Dr. Mikayla Novak on Hayek podcast “Civil Society – successful nonprofit organizations” Eagerly awaiting the next two in this series.
Pleased to learn that Innovation for Social Change is now in in 91 libraries worldwide. Thrilled by the many touching reader reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. If you’ve read Innovation for Social Change, would you please consider leaving a review? So grateful for this community of social change innovators!
(Image source: Unsplash, Towfiqu Barbhuiya)