Vania Santoso never thought that what once was her social project can actually be a social enterprise and give a huge impact. Aside from the environmental impact, the business also hires rural communities in three areas to do the production process and used a profit-sharing … [Read more...] about heySTARTIC: Transforming cement bag waste into fashion items
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Nomination for IN_PACT Asia 2019 is EXTENDED!
It's never too late to submit your entries because the nomination for IN_PACT Asia 2019 Awards is EXTENDED until 17 MAY 2019! Join the Awards by following these steps:1. Download the General Award Nomination Form and the Award Category Form of your choice. 2. Fill out the … [Read more...] about Nomination for IN_PACT Asia 2019 is EXTENDED!
Innovation for Inclusive Impact (In_Pact) Asia returns this May!
Innovation for Inclusive Impact (In_Pact) Asia celebrates change-making and inclusive social innovations from the Philippines and all over Asia. It promotes collaborative action, creative thinking, and innovative actions for achieving the UN-SDGs. This preeminent forum on Asian … [Read more...] about Innovation for Inclusive Impact (In_Pact) Asia returns this May!
Minikinizz: 5 Lessons Learned from A Sustainable Baby Diapers Business
The disposable diaper has been a symbol of contemporary child care. But, do you know that it is emerging as a symbol of the nation’s garbage crisis as well? Indeed, managing diapers waste is one of the most rapidly growing pollution problems worldwide. As disposable diapers … [Read more...] about Minikinizz: 5 Lessons Learned from A Sustainable Baby Diapers Business
The Evolution of Sunkrisps: From Sandra Alfina’s Spiritual Journey to a World-Class Business
You can easily find the quote above on Sunkrisps' office, located at the heart of Bogor. Sandra Alfina, the co-founder of Sunkrisps, stated that the saying is practically her life motto and what kept her motivated in growing her business. Sunkrisps, formerly known as Hello … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Sunkrisps: From Sandra Alfina’s Spiritual Journey to a World-Class Business
Kostoom: How A Startup Escalates The Local Fashion Industry
Just how much should hard work be rewarded? This question was at the heart of Putry Yuli, the CEO of Kostoom, since she was a young girl. Grew up as a daughter of a tailor, Putry knew exactly that her mother was being underpaid by her clients. Putry realized that being a … [Read more...] about Kostoom: How A Startup Escalates The Local Fashion Industry
PanenID: Enabling fair pricing for smallholders farmer in Bali
Her name is Astrid Juanita Stephanie. When she turned 25, she entered the world of farming. She’s inspired to initiate change that farming products will not be underpriced when the selling price is high, something that has left farmers and their family suffers under the long … [Read more...] about PanenID: Enabling fair pricing for smallholders farmer in Bali
Impact Accelerator Program – Batch 3: Investing in Women Innovative & Ethical Fashion
This program is open for Women-led businesses focusing on “Innovative & Ethical Fashion”. This program is adapting Village Capital curriculum with ‘Peer Selection Investment’ model. We use VIRAL metrics as a guideline to help you accelerate your business in 4 months. We will … [Read more...] about Impact Accelerator Program – Batch 3: Investing in Women Innovative & Ethical Fashion