If everyone is a changemaker, there's no way a problem can outrun a solution
Bill DraytonRead
The job of a social entrepreneur is to recognize when a part of society is stuck & to provide new ways to get it unstuck.
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What this quote means
Social entrepreneurs identify societal problems and create innovative solutions to overcome them.
This quote by Bill Drayton emphasizes the proactive role of social entrepreneurs in society. They are not only aware of issues that hinder societal progress but also take initiative by developing creative strategies to address these challenges, ultimately seeking to motivate change and improvement within communities.
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Social EntrepreneurSocietyInnovationChangeSolutions
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire young people at a social entrepreneurship conference.
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