The term ‘social innovation’ has many meanings depending on the context, but this is how we define it in the context of business and what we do here at INSEAD.

Social innovation is the introduction of new business models and market-based mechanisms that deliver sustainable economic, environmental and social prosperity

Supporting INSEAD’s mission and values, the INSEAD Social Innovation Centre is an inclusive platform for cross-disciplinary research and engagement in the area of social innovation.

Research
Conducting research that advances the theory and practice of social innovation

Education
Inspiring people and providing them with the tools needed to make a positive impact on society through business

Outreach
Facilitating collaboration and dialogue among faculty, students, alumni, executives, companies, NGOs and other academic institutions