Government, industry, and non-profit organizations often share a common goal in revitalizing public green space and can bring diverse resources to the table.
The expansion of civic tech has, in large part, been propelled by the willingness of private and philanthropic funders to invest in the field, build capacity, and provide expertise.
When the Asheville Livestock Market closed its doors in 2004, many local farmers faced a difficult decision: Absorb the increased cost of travel to buy and sell livestock, or give up cattle farming completely.
How the Head, Heart, and Hands framework can guide conversations on how to dismantle structural racism and develop practices to ensure that all citizens have equal access to opportunities and services.
Tech experts, government officials, academics, and community residents gathered to discuss how open data has improved government services and where additional opportunities lie.
Savvy cross-sector practitioners will remain aware of potentially disruptive trends as they design and implement projects and programs that depend on multiple funding streams and shifting political will.
One of the key factors that contributed to P-TECH’s success was the collaboration’s ability to leverage powerful advocates in its work.
Innovation teams, or i-teams, are groups of individuals from multiple sectors who have been tasked with finding innovative solutions to persistent social issues in cities and states all over the world.
FosterEd partners with local education, child welfare, and judicial agencies to improve the educational outcomes of children and youth in foster care.
This intersector initiative at McCarver Elementary School in Tacoma, WA targets housing instability and its detrimental effects on children’s education.