featured Photo: by Kobu Agency One of the best parts about the advent of the internet is that with a world of information at our fingertips, people are starting to utilize technology to raise social consciousness and make a difference. When we think of utilizing technology to change the world for the better, many of us probably […] More
Now that I’m permanently settled in India, it’s been such an exciting journey coming across incredible social impact brands in Asia empowering people and protecting our planet. When I came across Dinadi on Instagram, I was thrilled to dive in and learn about their story. Dinadi is a social impact brand based in Kathmandu, Nepal. […] More
We all know plastic pollution sucks. Seeing and knowing how bad the global plastic pollution situation is, I find myself constantly looking for people, groups and initiatives that mean plastic pollution on earth can be reduced. Cue the amazing women at Rehash Trash. First of all, this is a local, female-lead Cambodian initiative. It’s grassroots, […] More
The sustainable travel movement is growing steadily across the world and watching it blossom is incredibly beautiful. Travel that positively impacts humans, animals and the planet. Isn’t that the way we should have always been traveling? Platforms connecting travelers to resources focused on social and environmental impact in destinations around the world, are making it […] More
Getting through the holiday season can be a real challenge for the conscious consumer. For most shoppers, any item will do for their mother, father-in-law, uncle, or aunt, but for conscious consumers, their ethical values need to be represented in every gift given. Here at Causeartist, we want to motivate you to keep those values […] More
All photo credits: Megan Sette Sica Schmitz is making a true fashion statement, and not simply with what she’s wearing, but literally by using her voice and her creativity to speak up about how fashion can save the world, one conscious apparel item, or accessory, at a time. Schmitz is the woman behind the conscious […] More
Building a green and/or conscious closet from scratch may seem like a challenging undertaking. Most shoppers want to be in sync with the latest trends, and not many know enough about ethical and eco-friendly labels—are the pieces frumpy and expensive? But as the industry undergoes a revolution of sorts, consumer attitudes need to change as well. More than […] More
Featured photo credit: Indosole Despite the rise of socially responsible businesses and conscious consumers, the fashion industry seems to be falling behind. It is common to read reports of clothing brands whose ethics and manufacturing practices are called into question—some even accused of slavery in their supply chains. But errant retailers aside, one still wonders: given the seasonal nature of […] More
While traveling for business in India and on an educational tour through Ecuador, I saw the devastating effects of exploitation on farmers and artisans in the developing world. But I also saw the incredible impact that fair trade, as a business model, can have on producers and their communities. Feeling responsible to make a difference, […] More
Powered by: For the last six years, the European Social Innovation Competition has supported social innovators from across Europe. Previous winners have included an open source home building platform, a multimedia tool for blind people and a revolutionary peer-to-peer learning platform. The 2018 edition will give away 200,000 € in prize money and has sought […] More
Photo credit: ATEC*Biodigesters A solar-powered food dehydrator, an affordable voice prosthesis and a waste-to-fuel biodigester were among the social and environmental innovations awarded at the 2018 DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge (SVC) Asia on 18 October. A total of S$135,000 in cash prizes was handed out to the five winning teams at the fifth iteration of the […] More
For the past two years, Cassandra Ciarallo, founder of Chic Made Consciously has been creating and designing her handmade ethical jewelry collection from tires made by the Balinese community at Art Cycle Bali. As Chic Made Consciously continues to expand on their brand morals of social and environmental responsibility, they have transitioned to something new, while continuing […] More
According to a recent study by the Guardian, the number of homeless people recorded dying in the UK have more than doubled in the past five years. Official figures show that at least 4,751 people sleep rough on any given night. On average, homeless people die at the age of 43, nearly half of the general life expectancy in the […] More
Many may know Away from social media and their innovative design that enables the ability to charge your devices straight from their suit of luggage products. What you may not have known is that Away is one of the most socially impactful brands in the world. Since day one the founders of Away, Steph Korey and Jen […] More
Founded in 2011, Hand in Hand was built on a mission to stop the spread of water related illnesses in children. After reading an article stating that 5 million children die every year from water related illnesses, husband and wife team, Bill Glaab and Courtney Apple, set out to create a social business that would […] More
The sustainable travel industry has grown enormously. Large enough so that we are now starting to see travelers make decisions about where to stay, eat and play based primarily around community development, environmental action and social good. As most of you have, we’ve simply grown tired of these “top destination” lists and a feed filled […] More
featured photo: Asmin A. Monib a volunteer at Kapamagogopa Inc (KI) working at their offices in Iligan, Mindanao, Philippines, 17 May 2018. Photo by Greg Funnell Away has supported the work and mission of Peace Direct since we were founded, which means if you’ve bought anything from Away—from a suitcase to a sticker—you’ve contributed too. […] More
We’ve all heard of Social Enterprises. First with TOMS SHOES years ago and now so many more businesses are changing their business model to social enterprises or a B-CORP. It’s amazing that in today’s day in age things have evolved so quickly and businesses are started to giveback. Customers are also LOVING the opportunity to […] More
Photo by Chad Madden There’s no better way to start your morning than with an intention to help others. To help you get started, we’ve narrowed down three ways you can support three causes mere minutes after shutting off your alarm. 1) Cleanse with Hand In Hand Soaps Start your morning with a clean body and a […] More
Photo by Adolfo Félix Starting a social enterprise is a wonderful endeavor that allows an entrepreneur to blend their passion for business and their desire to create a positive impact into one. The for-profit nature of their charitable enterprise allows them to tap into strategies used by both charities and corporations to achieve growth in their endeavors. When […] More
Photo by Marvin Meyer Sustainable fashion, ethical goods and foods, along with other fair trade products are now widely available across the internet. These industries have traditionally been flooded with exploitation and human rights abuses for decades. Before the internet, consumers had no other real way of knowing about these abuses, even if they did the […] More
I am the Founder of The Empowerment Bag. We are a brand of practical & eco-friendly bags that empower survivors of sex trafficking. All our bags are made by women at risk of sexual exploitation in West Bengal, India. These women are given an alternative to the sex trade through literacy training, sewing […] More
YUVA Unstoppable is on a mission to make sure that no child in India stops attending school because they don’t have access to something much of the world takes for granted. The organization works to create and renovate bathrooms in schools so that children can get an education without jeopardizing their health or their […] More
From delivering international aid to Syrian refugees to improving healthcare for pregnant women and newborn children in Tanzania, technology company AID:Tech has built a powerful, blockchain-powered transparency engine to tackle some of the world’s most pressing social issues. For Joseph Thompson, CEO and Co-Founder of AID:Tech, it was his participation in Marathon Des […] More
You are an adventurer, an innovator and a changemaker who is passionate about our world. You want the community and the knowledge it takes to succeed in your business. That’s why Rank & File has launched Global Retreats for purpose-driven entrepreneurs! Join like-minded purpose-driven entrepreneurs for a travel experience like no other. […] More
Photo by Charles Deluvio DoneGood is now opening its next fundraising round. As part of the round, they will are engaging in an equity crowdfunding campaign. Thus far they have raised over $300k through their campaign to bring easy social impact shopping to your phone and laptop! Equity crowdfunding is a bit like Kickstarter, but unlike […] More
I started my journey three years ago as a social entrepreneur when I decided to shake up my life of retirement. After finishing my design branding business and having the life that everyone dreams of, I travelled the world, took up all those hobbies I never had time for whilst moving to the country […] More
Living conditions in rural Cambodia can be extremely tough for the 80% of the country’s 16 million population that are living there. In rural Cambodia today, 3.9 million people live without access to clean water, 8 million people live without the use of adequate toilets and 6 million people live without electricity. That’s a […] More
This essay originally appeared on The Renewal Project It’s been roughly 19 months since we opened the doors to The Tandem, a cozy 56-seat restaurant on Milwaukee’s Near North Side. When setting out to open my first restaurant, it was a no-brainer that a location in Lindsay Heights (a majority Black neighborhood with a poverty rate that […] More
