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Human Development Non-Profits

Dreaming Out Loud Fosters Impact-Driven Social Enterprises in DC

— April 25, 2013 — Social Good
Dreaming Out Loud is a DC-based non-profit that aims to be both an inspiration for character development and leadership-capacity building for youth, as well as a catalyst for high-impact social enterprises. Founded in 2008, Dreaming Out Loud is dedicated to creating sustainable employment opportunities that enable low-income individuals to break into the new “green economy.”

Guided by their own ethical framework, Dreaming Out Loud seeks to empower underserved communities to their full potential. One of the non-profit’s most successful projects is Aya Community Markets, an innovative farmer’s market and community holistic health-focused experience.

Dreaming Out Loud is a part of the Affinity Lab community in DC.

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Dreaming Out Loud website
Dreaming Out Loud on Facebook
Dreaming Out Loud on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Employment - Dreaming Out Loud creates sustainable employment opportunities for low-income individuals, presenting opportunities for businesses to foster innovative and inclusive hiring practices.
2. Community Health Markets - Aya Community Markets offers a unique holistic health-focused experience for local consumers, providing opportunities for businesses to explore the impact of wellness and health trends on consumer behavior.
3. Leadership Capacity Building - Dreaming Out Loud's efforts to inspire character development and leadership capacity building among youth highlights opportunities for businesses to invest in mentorship and leadership development programs.
Industry Implications
1. Non-profit Management - Dreaming Out Loud's mission to empower underserved communities and create high-impact social enterprises highlights opportunities for growth in the non-profit management sector.
2. Sustainability and Social Impact Consulting - The work of Dreaming Out Loud presents opportunities for sustainability and social impact consulting firms to partner with businesses committed to making a positive impact in underserved communities.
3. Wellness and Health Industries - Aya Community Markets' focus on community health and holistic wellness experiences offers opportunities for growth within the wellness and health industries.
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