We start by deeply understanding the wicked social challenges at hand. This involves redefining and reframing the problem to uncover new perspectives and potential pathways for impact.
Next, we move into the ideation phase where we brainstorm and develop innovative prototypes. These early-stage solution models allow us to test and refine ideas quickly and efficiently.
Once we have a viable prototype, we move to the proof of impact stage. Here, we validate the effectiveness of the solution through pilot programs and real-world testing, ensuring it delivers measurable impact.
With a proven solution, we focus on scalability. We develop strategies to expand the impact, ensuring the solution can be implemented on a larger scale to benefit more communities.
Finally, we ensure that the solution is sustainable in the long term. This involves creating frameworks for continuous support and improvement, ensuring that the positive impact endures over time.
Our approach to Social Impact Innovation is both strategic and structured, ensuring that each step we take is impactful and sustainable. The reason we have two pathways—Impact Incubator and Impact Accelerator—is to allow for effective prioritization and clear expectations around the impact solutions being developed.
The Impact Incubator nurtures early-stage ideas and solutions, providing the necessary resources and support to develop and test prototypes. This stage is crucial for refining and validating concepts before scaling them.
Once a solution has been proven effective, it moves to the Impact Accelerator, which focuses on driving scalability and sustainability. This ensures that successful initiatives can reach a larger audience and create a lasting, positive impact.
By following these sequential pathways, we can prioritize our efforts and ensure that every solution we build is not only innovative but also capable of making a real difference in the communities we serve.
