Freshco: Redefining the Blue-Collar Sector
Despite the lack of diversity in the construction and facility industry overall, Freshco has built a workforce that is 77% women, 41% LGBTQ2S+, 33% BIPOC, 10% neurodiverse, 7% disabled, and 6% veterans. The company has accomplished this by building trust through demonstrated support for diversity, contrasting the tokenism often seen in the corporate landscape.
Adasina: Reimagining Finance for Social Justice
Recognizing the significant influence of financial markets on systemic change, Adasina aims to mobilize investors to withhold their capital from companies that perpetuate racial, gender, economic, and climate inequities. This approach leverages capital to drive positive social change.
Toyota x UBC: Closing the Safety Gap for Pregnant Women in Automotive Design
As of 2024, there are no standardized crash test dummies or tools for assessing pregnant occupant safety. Toyota’s Collaborative Safety Research Center began working with the University of British Columbia to develop the first 3D representation of how pregnant women’s anatomies change with varying postures and gravitational loading.
Coralus: A Collective Economy for Perpetual Investment in Women and Non-binary Ventures
Coralus, is a community-driven organization which has redefined traditional funding models to focus on supporting women and non-binary entrepreneurs working towards social and environmental impact.
MiCrédito: Designing microfinance products for first-time women entrepreneurs in Nicaragua
This case study examines how Mujer Emprende, a microcredit product developed by MiCredito uses innovative features to de-risk 'risky' clients and maintain profitability, all while supporting women led businesses.
MEDA: Breaking the cycle of poverty by investing in entrepreneurs
MEDA, an international economic development organization, has worked to rectify inequitable systems, cater to the needs of the local stakeholders, and deliver effective programs.