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Ashoka @ashoka.org · 1d

What are the gaps and opportunities for allies across sectors to support the impact of Ashoka Fellows? We identified 5 recommendations for scaling existing solutions and introducing innovations in the disability field.

Now it's your turn. Nominate an Ashoka Fellow 👇
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Advancing disability inclusion across sectors.

Ashoka @ashoka.org · 20d

Ashoka Fellows are transforming the disability field: from law to housing, education to tech.

Do you know a social innovator leading the way? Nominate them to join the Ashoka Fellowship👇

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Systemic solutions in the field of disability | Ashoka

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · 27d

How to lead with impact in today's world? Join the new edition of our courses for corporate leaders:

👉 Social Intrapreneurship for Innovation in Health

👉 Future of Business

👉 Guided Leadership Journey

Check them out and apply today!
🔗 community.ashoka.org/learn

Ashoka's learning journeys for corporate leaders

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Sep 10

74% of employees see a gap between their companies' social and environmental promises and practices.

The Guided Leadership Journey helps corporate leaders bridge this gap through self-awareness and collective learning. Apply by October 30th, 2025 👉 changemakercompanies.ashoka.org/en/guided-le...

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jul 22

Deepen your #impact at your own pace. Ashoka's self-paced courses are offered free of cost for #changemakers willing to scale their impact, shift mindsets, #collaborate across sectors, and change the way systems work.

Check them out 👉 buff.ly/hY0vJod

Ashoka's self-paced courses, offered free of cost

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jul 15

See you at @socapglobal.bsky.social this October! Our #ChangemakerCompanies team will be there to share new insights on how businesses can learn from social entrepreneurs and develop a culture of impact from within. socapglobal.com/2025/06/anno...

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jul 13

The New Longevity BrAIn is live. Here’s what you can do:
✅ Ask your questions about #NewLongevity
✅ Explore what’s working around the world
✅ Learn in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French + Hindi
✅ Be inspired by innovations already making a difference
newlongevity.ashoka.org/en/new-longe...

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jun 12

What does it mean to be a changemaker within a company? How can intrapreneurship drive innovation from the inside? Join the next #Changemaker Chronicles here: www.ashoka.org/en-us/event/...

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jun 4

Are you ready to scale your solutions in another region or country? 🚀 Dive into a free-of-cost self-paced learning journey, drawing insights from 150+ #socialentrepreneurs.

Register now 👉 lnkd.in/dJ2MY8aQ

Ashoka’s Replication and Transfer course

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Jun 2

Scope 3 emissions are one of the biggest puzzles businesses face today. #AshokaFellow Aurel Stenzel and the @sine.foundation are solving that challenge:

Creating a more collaborative economy by enabling the flow of trusted sustainability data.

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changemakercompanies.ashoka.org/en/stories/h...

Powering a Sustainable and Transparent Supply Chain Revolution

Ashoka @ashoka.org · May 21

Would you like to understand how the #EuropeanUnion drafts and passes policies? Ashoka’s Participation Hub invites you to a free online masterclass designed to demystify the EU and empower changemakers to engage with its institutions. Sign up www.ashoka.org/es-es/event/...
@thegoodlobby.bsky.social

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · May 21

Ever feel like we’re reinventing the wheel? Strong knowledge management systems can drive real, lasting change. The takeaway: Sharing knowledge isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s how we scale impact, avoid repeating mistakes, and create solutions that stick www.policycenter.ma/publications...

Bridging the Knowledge Gap: How Strong Knowledge Management Systems Can Drive Impact in the Global South

The author of this opinion, Isabela Carvalho, is a 2018 alumna of the Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program.

www.policycenter.ma

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · May 19

Ashoka's Founder, Bill Drayton, has been included in The CEO Magazine Global's Social Impact Power List, recognizing the belief that “the most important right is the right to give." Check out the list and spot many more Ashoka Fellows from our network 👇

digitalmag.theceomagazine.com/meet-the-202...

Meet the 2025 Social Impact Power List

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · May 9

As our planet hits record-breaking temperatures, water is becoming ever more precious worldwide. Meet Ashoka Fellow Muthi Nhlema, whose organization BASEflow monitors groundwater across Malawi while inspiring new citizen action and regulatory frameworks. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Ashoka @ashoka.org · May 9

Our latest survey of 8,000 employees reveals that the workforce is an untapped asset in accelerating corporate impact and truly 'walking the talk'.
Join us for a conversation on how to close this gap effectively.

🗓️ When: May 22, 2025, 16:00 – 17:00 CET
🔗 Register now on Zoom: lnkd.in/dij3S3ZA

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 23

Are you an Ashoka Fellow? This offer is for you! If you're interested, reach out to your local Ashoka contact.

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 22

Check out all past and future Welcome Change conversations here: www.ashoka.org/en-us/welcom...

Welcome Change | Ashoka

Our weekly news series features surprising takes on timely topics from the world’s leading changemakers. Jump on Zoom with us every Wednesday – and bring your...

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 22

In honor of Earth Day, we revisited some of our most memorable Welcome Change conversations with Ashoka Fellows from around the world.

One thing they all agree on? People protect what they love.

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 14

That's Ashoka's mission: bringing happiness, health and longevity through the right to give and changemaking.

Hear Ashoka's founder, Bill Drayton, at the Skoll Foundation last week. And join us live with Bill this Wednesday, April 16, at our next Welcome Change: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 9

With 80% of tech's environmental footprint coming from manufacturing, extending product life is crucial. Ashoka Fellow's @halteobsolescence.bsky.social has contributed to France's Sustainability Index, tackling planned obsolescence in TVs and washing machines.
#Repairability #Changemakers

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 9

We are grateful for partners like @nextbillion.bsky.social who support us in accelerating Bill's vision of an 'everyone a changemaker' world!

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Ashoka France @ashokafrance.bsky.social · Apr 7

Bill Drayton, fondateur d’ @ashoka.org a reçu le Global Treasure Award, une prestigieuse distinction attribuée par la @skollfoundation.bsky.social pour récompenser les progrès extraordinaires accomplis pour relever les défis du monde en agissant en faveur de l’intérêt général !

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Apr 3

Bill Drayton, founder of Ashoka, was recognized with the Global Treasure Award by @skollfoundation.bsky.social.

Join us in celebrating Bill as he joins other awardees including Malala, Desmond Tutu, Bono, Jimmy Carter and the 14th Dalai Lama!

#SocialEntrepreneurship #Changemakers #SkollWF

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Ashoka @ashoka.org · Mar 24

At Ashoka, we are looking for social entrepreneurs who create systemic solutions for a more inclusive world for all.

Do you know a social innovator leading the way in the field of disability? Nominate them to join the Ashoka Fellowship by March 28th. 

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disability.ashoka.org

Systemic solutions in the field of disability

Ashoka @ashoka.org · Mar 19

Tech should be built by everyone, not just a few. PretaLab, led by #AshokaFellow Silvana Bahia, is breaking barriers by equipping Black women with tech skills, career support, and community.

➡️ 82.5% say it changed their lives.

➡️ 42% found jobs.

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Breaking Barriers in Tech: How PretaLab is Transforming Opportunities for Black Women | Changemaker Companies Ashoka

It's no secret that the tech world often looks very similar: mostly men, and mostly white. But this isn't by accident. Historically, racist and sexist systems have kept Black women out of tech. That's...

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