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Check out our perspectives on social entrepreneurship, racial equity, social justice and how you can use our proven social impact marketing strategies to grow your online presence.
Speaking Out in America: Exploring 7 Lessons on How to Advance Social Justice in Today’s World
These bold leaders have proven that advocacy and activism can—and should—go hand in hand with a leadership role. As we grapple with ongoing injustices, let’s draw inspiration from these trailblazers. Let their bravery empower us, their wisdom guide us, and their dedication fuel our own quest for a more just society.
Every Social Enterprise Needs to Have a Video Like This
Looking for a way to make your organization’s storytelling more impactful? Learn from successful examples like this Beats by Dre commercial, and empower your social enterprise to build authentic, emotionally resonant connections with your audience. It’s not just about producing videos—it’s about sharing the heart and soul of your mission.
The Importance of Recognizing Your Organization’s Place in Colonization on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Learn how your business or nonprofit can recognize and challenge its role in historical colonialism. Together, let’s decolonize your organization from the inside out and foster a more equitable society.
Faith in the Valley: A Community Symbol Case Study
Faith in the Valley, a grassroots community organization, partnered with Community Symbol to tell its story to the community and bolster its online reputation when they made the bold move to consolidate and strengthen its regional organizing network. This partnership has created a platform to empower marginalized communities in California’s Central Valley for racial justice and health equity.
From Obscurity to Headlines: How to Tell Social Justice Stories They Can’t Ignore
Learn the art of effective PR for socially conscious organizations so you can capture the media’s attention and drive social impact.
Advancing Justice and Equity Through Storytelling: A Q&A with Martin Ricard
For Martin, the founder of Community Symbol, storytelling has been a transformative tool. In this interview, he shares how his upbringing influenced his approach to creating effective communications strategies for justice-motivated organizations.
The Art of Turning Online Trolls Into Social Justice Gold
Here’s evidence that we’ve only scratched the surface of the potential of justice-motivated technology to drive social change online.
Celebrating Juneteenth: 6 Meaningful Ways for Organizations to Advocate for Black People and Promote Social Justice
Celebrating Juneteenth is an opportunity for organizations to foster an inclusive culture, promote education and awareness, and contribute to the ongoing fight for racial justice.
Top 5 Must-Have Digital Marketing Tools for Social Enterprises on a Tight Budget
In the 21st century, having a strong online presence is essential for the growth and success of any organization. However, limited budgets often pose a challenge. Fortunately, there are several cost-effective tools available that can help social enterprises grow online without breaking the bank.