Homemade masks, workarounds, and opportunities to innovate Jessica Plante Homemade masks, workarounds, and opportunities to innovate As face masks are frequently required in public, the emergence of homemade options in the face of a mask shortage can act as a guiding story for innovators. May 7, 2020 Jessica Plante
3 questions for development organizations to ask themselves in the wake of COVID-19 Efosa Ojomo 3 questions for development organizations to ask themselves in the wake of COVID-19 It’s tempting to focus on quick fixes to the problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. But with a more holistic approach, over time many poor regions will no longer rely on assistance. Apr 30, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
The untapped workforce that can tackle COVID-19—and America’s healthcare gap Jessica Plante The untapped workforce that can tackle COVID-19—and America’s healthcare gap With COVID-19 straining the healthcare system and 22 million Americans filing for unemployment, now is the time to train an army of community health workers. Apr 23, 2020 Jessica Plante
Healthcare offers lessons from the last recession to higher ed of what not to do Michael B. Horn Healthcare offers lessons from the last recession to higher ed of what not to do Healthcare's failure to overhaul its records can inform policymakers and higher ed leaders on how to use stimulus funds for competency-based initiatives. Apr 23, 2020 Michael B. Horn
Lessons from COVID-19 on solving poverty Lincoln Wilcox Lessons from COVID-19 on solving poverty As the world bands together to beat the pandemic, let’s take note of lessons learned from the crisis and apply them when tackling long-standing problems like poverty. Apr 16, 2020 Lincoln Wilcox
At-home coronavirus testing may be the key to EverlyWell’s future growth Jessica Plante At-home coronavirus testing may be the key to EverlyWell’s future growth EverlyWell’s response to the coronavirus may not only ensure their future success, but also serve a greater role: expanding access to medical testing. Apr 14, 2020 Jessica Plante
Creating seamless credit transfer: A parallel higher ed system to support America through and beyond the recession Michael B. Horn Creating seamless credit transfer: A parallel higher ed system to support America through and beyond the recession To make students’ credit transfer easier, policymakers should foster a parallel system supporting third-party credentialing entities that validate skills. Apr 9, 2020 Michael B. Horn
The great need for matching individuals to jobs during the recession Michael B. Horn The great need for matching individuals to jobs during the recession With no natural mechanism to match those laid off with available job openings, educational organizations that work with employers can help. Apr 9, 2020 Michael B. Horn
The World Bank’s $12B COVID-19 fund can have lasting impact: Here’s how Efosa Ojomo The World Bank’s $12B COVID-19 fund can have lasting impact: Here’s how For the World Bank to tackle COVID-19 effectively in poor countries, it needs to do more than simply strengthen the healthcare system. Mar 24, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
In the wake of a global pandemic, healthcare coverage ≠ access to care Jessica Plante In the wake of a global pandemic, healthcare coverage ≠ access to care As the coronavirus pandemic takes its toll on our country, a harsh reality is coming to light: America's healthcare system was overburdened to begin with. Mar 24, 2020 Jessica Plante
Innovators Worth Watching: 98point6 Jessica Plante Innovators Worth Watching: 98point6 Traditional primary care use is on the decline. One company is determined to bring primary care straight to patients' pockets. Mar 12, 2020 Jessica Plante
How private equity can win big in Africa Efosa Ojomo How private equity can win big in Africa Private equity has the potential to truly transform lives and create inclusive prosperity in Africa. So why have some of the world’s largest private equity funds floundered on the continent? Mar 5, 2020 Efosa Ojomo