Chapter2 Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is social innovation?
Social innovation refers to the process of developing and implementing new ideas to address social needs and create social change.
True or False: Social innovation focuses solely on profit-making ventures.
False
What are some examples of social innovation?
Examples include microfinance, social enterprises, impact investing, and community-based initiatives.
What is the goal of social innovation?
The goal is to improve the well-being of society by solving social problems through innovative solutions.
What role does collaboration play in social innovation?
Collaboration is essential in social innovation as it involves working together with various stakeholders to create sustainable and impactful solutions.
Fill in the blank: Social innovation is driven by ________ ideas.
creative
What are some challenges faced in social innovation?
Challenges include funding constraints, resistance to change, and measuring impact.
True or False: Social innovation only occurs in developed countries.
False
What is the difference between social innovation and traditional innovation?
Social innovation focuses on addressing social issues, while traditional innovation focuses on technological advancements and business growth.
How can individuals contribute to social innovation?
Individuals can contribute by volunteering, donating, advocating for social causes, and starting their own social enterprises.
What is the triple bottom line in social innovation?
The triple bottom line refers to the consideration of social, environmental, and financial impacts in decision-making.
What is the role of government in promoting social innovation?
Governments can support social innovation through policy changes, funding initiatives, and partnerships with social entrepreneurs.
True or False: Social innovation is a one-size-fits-all solution to social problems.
False
What is the importance of scalability in social innovation?
Scalability is important to ensure that successful social innovations can be replicated and expanded to reach more people.
What is the social impact assessment?
Social impact assessment is a process of evaluating the social consequences of a project or policy to determine its effectiveness and sustainability.
What is the role of technology in social innovation?
Technology can be used to enhance the effectiveness and reach of social innovation initiatives, enabling greater impact and scalability.
True or False: Social innovation is a recent phenomenon.
False
What is the difference between social entrepreneurship and social innovation?
Social entrepreneurship focuses on creating sustainable business models to address social issues, while social innovation encompasses a broader range of approaches to social change.
What is the social innovation ecosystem?
The social innovation ecosystem refers to the network of organizations, individuals, and resources that support and facilitate social innovation initiatives.
True or False: Social innovation is only relevant to non-profit organizations.
False
What is the role of education in fostering social innovation?
Education can play a key role in promoting social innovation by cultivating creativity, critical thinking, and empathy among individuals.
What are some key characteristics of successful social innovations?
Key characteristics include sustainability, scalability, community engagement, and measurable impact.
Fill in the blank: Social innovation is a ________ approach to addressing social challenges.
holistic
What is the significance of empathy in social innovation?
Empathy is important in understanding the needs of others and developing solutions that are truly impactful and relevant.
