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Innovation Summit 20206 | Designing for the Crisis of Tomorrow, a two-day event hosted by the British Red Cross

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A global network for changemakers

At Red Social Innovation, we believe that no single actor can solve today's complex humanitarian challenges alone. Our community brings together innovators, practitioners, entrepreneurs, volunteers, and researchers who are experimenting with new ways to create social impact.

Across continents and sectors, our members share a common ambition: to rethink how we respond to social and humanitarian needs, learn from each other, and build new synergies and collaborations along the way.

Who is part of our community ?

Together, they form a trusted space for exchange and collaboration, where ideas, lessons learned, and challenges are shared openly.

Red Cross Red Crescent Innovators

Working on new solutions within National Societies — from service design and inclusion to digital transformation and volunteer engagement.

"For me, Red Social Innovation is first and foremost a space for inspiration, learning, and knowledge sharing. It's about showing what's possible — not to copy or replicate, but to inspire new ideas and approaches. Within the Danish Red Cross, it also creates a real sense of pride."

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Andreas Hjorth Frederiksen

Head of Strategy and Innovation, Danish Red Cross

Social Entrepreneurs & Start-ups

Developing products, services, or business models that strengthen community resilience and social cohesion.

"I discovered a social listening method on Red Social Innovation and decided to try it with my patients. Applying it in my work saved time and helped me improve my services—I found the approach truly magnificent."

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Marthe Sandrine Mpollo

Co-founder of Naya

Public & Private Partners

Supporting innovation through funding, expertise, or collaboration to help scale impactful solutions.

"Red Social Innovation gives social entrepreneurs the visibility they need to share their ideas and inspire others. Through our partnership, Ashoka sees how RSI highlights innovative solutions, connects changemakers globally, and helps them amplify their impact."

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Vincent Otieno Odhiambo

Regional Director, Ashoka East Africa

Researchers & Educators

Those who study, teach, and connect the dots between innovation, solidarity, and impact.

"I was happy to open the 45-minute webinar on Social Entrepreneurship and income-generating activities, sharing insights on the importance of creating value for end users and how this can enhance revenue potential."

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Nathalie Riond

Head of Social Entrepreneurship Center, HEC

How to join us ?

Joining the Red Social Innovation community is simple and open to anyone interested in social and humanitarian innovation.

Share your own experiences, ideas, or innovations by submitting an article. By contributing, you automatically become a member of our community and help inspire others.