Module 10 – Policy, Advocacy, and Systems Change
IN THIS LESSON
Social enterprises can develop powerful solutions to social and environmental challenges, but many of those challenges are also shaped by the wider policies, institutions, and systems in which they exist.
In this lesson, you'll explore how public policy influences areas such as education, healthcare, housing, labour markets, and environmental protection—and why understanding these systems can help social entrepreneurs create broader and more lasting change. You'll also consider how collaboration with policymakers, public institutions, and civil society can help extend the reach of social innovation.
As you watch, consider:
Which policies or institutions influence the problem your venture is trying to address?
Where might there be opportunities to engage with policymakers or public institutions?
What would need to change at a systems level for the problem you are addressing to improve over the long term?