What exactly are inclusive social innovations? These entrepreneurial projects are attempting to give new meaning to what inclusivity means. In some way, it seems like a social enterprise should be, by definition, committed to being inclusive of all people, religions, genders, classes, nationalities, bodies, et cetera. Still, there are some projects that attempt to make inclusiveness more fully part of their mantra, mission and practice.
From economic development projects around the world and outdoor sports games to fun nightclubs and green java distributors, these inclusive social innovations are something to shout about. And bring everyone out! That's the best thing about this Social Business top list, it's that it also fosters a togetherness. It's about working together, with anyone and everyone, for the good of the world as a whole.
12 Inclusive Social Innovations
From Economic Development to Sports Games and Nightclubs:
Social Business Editor — Jul 31, 2014 — Social Good
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NGO-Created Social Businesses
The Products is a Venture Created by Institute Noisinho da Silva
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Clothes That Buy Water
Each Project Migration Shirt Gives 5 Years of H2O, Medical Aid
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Artisan-Infused Collections
Laura Siegel's Toronto Fashion Week Designs Feature Ethical Fabrics
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Inclusive Nightclubs
'Star Enterprise Work and Play' is for People with Learning Disabilities
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Inclusive Sports Clubs
iDID Adventure Fosters Equality No Matter Class or Able-Bodiedness
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Inclusive Economic Development
Aavishkaar Invests in Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurs
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Italian Communal Housing Models
Cooperativa Sociale DESY is an Inclusive Social Enterprise
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Relationship-Based Baking Businesses
King Arthur Flour Company is Employee-Owned
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Green Java Distributors
Sustainable Harvest Coffee Importers Helps Farmers Succeed
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Job-Creating Recycling Programs
Bangladesh's 'Waste Concern' is an Eco Social Business with Bite
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Inclusive Business Networks
Practitioner Hub is a Place to Share and Network Online
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Empowering Social Services
All Inclusive Disability Consultants CIC Promotes Unbiased Employment
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Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Social e-Commerce Platforms
Hoppn Creates "A New Type of Centralized Online Shopping Experience"
Chic Versatile Bags
Sol and Selene Revolutionizing Athleisure with Chic, Versatile Bags
Expressive AR Fashion
Innovation Metaverse Design Story is a Digital Collection from H&M
Croatian Crocheted Umbrellas
Svjetlana Deeba Latinčić Celebrates Timeless Elegance
Inclusive Hotel Soaps
Diamond Brown Aims to Pioneer Inclusivity in Hotel Amenities
Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion
Balenciaga's Soccer Series Draws Inspiration From the Sport
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Furniture Waste-Made Toys
ÉCAL Students Redefine What a Sustainable Toy Is
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Inclusively Designed Chess Sets
The 'Dot Chess' Board Game by Hyunjae Noh Modernizes a Classic
Eco Mission-Inspired Bracelets
Ecoalition Launches Eco-Friendly Bracelets to Support Its Mission
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Inclusive Sporty Collaborative Fashion
Feng Chen Wang Joins Nike on a New Collection
Updated Sports Retail Strategies
Decathlon Announced Its New Purpose and Business Strategy
Eco Strategy Games
Catan - New Energies Puts a Modern, Sustainable Twist on the Strategy Game
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Eco-Friendly Inclusive Apparel
SHEIN Launches evoluSHEIN Line Designed to be Accessible for All
Square-Shaped Soccer Balls
Oliver Binnian and Willem Slegers Designs the UNPLAYABALL
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Accessibility-Enhancing Beauty Packaging
The Boticário Group Launches Inclusive Accessories
Creative-Focused Sportswear Campaigns
adidas Celebrates Creativity with Ama Qamata and Dee Koala
Eco-Friendly Spirit Packaging
Diageo and EcoSpirits Partnered on New Circular Packaging
Balearic Island Housing Projects
The Life Reusing Posidonia Project has 14 Dwellings on the Island
Ethical Organic Cotton Apparel
The Sport Sweatshirt From Industry Of All Nations is Timeless
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Climate Crisis Awareness Exhibitions
Kinetic Singapore Unveils the School of Tomorrow Exhibition
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Sporty Upcycled Vintage Collections
Nike Relaunches the Re-Creation Program in London and Paris
AI-Fueled Sustainable Product Series
SPACE10 and oio studio Add AI to Products of Place
Reimagined Sustainable Menswear
22Ahead Has Relaunched Its Eco-Friendly Menswear With New Benefits
Inclusive Swimwear Collections
Onewith Swim Boasts a Patent-pending Design
Avant-Garde Coffee Table Books
New Society Hosts 'Decentralization, Please Save Culture' Event
Award-Winning Housing Designs
Hong-En Lin Emphasizes the Importance of Clean Water Access
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Zero-Waste Voucher Solutions
On-us Launches New Technology for Sustainable Event Engagement
Socially Focused Sports Centers
MoDus Architects Reveal the Fieldhouse Sports Center in Italy
Futuristic Vision Design Books
Nike Introduces the New No Finish Line Book Highlighting the Future
Green Medium-Density Developments
Brahn Smillie-Fearn Consolidates Built & Natural Environments
London-Inspired Sporty Campaigns
Nike Presents the Pulse of London Campaign Honoring the City
Women-Celebrating Sports Lines
Mitchell & Ness & Melody Ehsani Celebrate Women in Sports Business
Contemporary Eco-Conscious Footwear Brands
Juntos Stands Out for Its Commitment to Sustainability
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative So Save the Forests
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Eco-Friendly Telecom Companies
SK Group Showcased Over 40 Sustainable Technologies at CES 2023
Social Network-Encouraging Homes
Ignacio G Galán and OF Architects Design a Madrid Home
Cohesive Co-Operative Housing Projects
Tsukasa Ono Designs the Sumi Yakashima Housing Project
Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating
The Membran Collective Joins the Urban Networks Project
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Gen Z Sustainability Initiatives
Puma's Voices of a RE:GENERATION is a Project with Changemakers
Anytime Hydration Beverages
Leisure Project is Fueled by Electrolytes, Adaptogens & Nootropics
Web3 Gaming Initiatives
Razer Launches a Web3 Initiative for More Gaming Projects in the Space
Hourly Job-Finding Apps
Gigs is a Job Platform for the Gig Economy
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Quiver is a Social Media App for Thinkers Seeking Connection
Low-Waste Sustainable Spritzes
The Sustainable Spritz Eliminates the Need for Single-Use Glasses
Communal Social Health Clubs
STUDIO K Designs the BIÂN to Celebrate Third Anniversary
Inclusive Children's Education Apps
Smart Tales is Certified by IBCCES as an Autism Resource
Social Dating App Features
Tinder Now Supports Collaborative Matchmaking with Friends and Family
AI Green Financing Platforms
Singapore's AI Initiative for Sustainable Finance in Real Estate
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
All-in-One Productivity Apps
Evo Brands Itself as 'The Everything App'
Expansive Design Projects
favourized Partnered with Kinzo to Highlight a Number of Projects
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Global Affordable Housing Competitions
ICON Challenging Architects & Designers with Initiative 99
Rental Bathroom Amenity Projects
Sojo and Clean the World Revolutionize Rental Amenities Recycling
Boat-Inspired Community Center
Snøhetta & WERK Architecture Design the Esbjerg Maritime Center
Dynamic eSports Stadiums
This Saudi Arena Offers Immersive Experiences For eSports Fans
Neurodiversity-Focused DEI Initiatives
IBM's Neurodiversity Program Fosters Equal Opportunities
Holistic Wellness-Promoting Spaces
IHCL Launches the J Wellness Circle Holistic Experience
Expansive School Bamboo Canopies
CollectiveProject Creates a Canopy at Talaricheruvu Rural School
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Waterfront Social Housing
Studioninedots Designed Stepped Buildings in Amsterdam,
Inclusive Driving Campaigns
Localiza Will Help People with Down Syndrome Learn How to Drive
Vocational Education Advocacy Campaigns
Kagiso Trust and Sasol Foundation Launch a New Initiative
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Esports Management Programs
ITTI Sports Launches an Esports Course with Barça Innovation Hub
Reimagined Hybrid Workspace Designs
Mason Studio Redesigned its Offices in Toronto
Retail Accessibility Frameworks
Starbucks Has Unveiled the Inclusive Spaces Framework
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Climate-Neutral Soccer Matches
FC Dordrecht and TOP Oss Hosted the First Climate-Neutral Match
Host-To-Earn Esports Platforms
ESPL Now Enables Everyone to Be An Organizer of Amateur Esports
Game-Inspired Electric Vehicles
Peugeot Designs the New Inception EV With Game-Like Steering
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
FIFAe Kicks Off New Female Esports Inclusivity Programme
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Nationwide French Esports Ecosystems
France Confirms its Plans for a National Esports Ecosystem
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Fan-Centric Blockchain Ecosystems
Chiliz Debuts the Chiliz Chain for Sports and Entertainment
Social Good Ski Initiatives
Christy Sports Launched the Nordica Unleashed Outreach
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Inclusive Workplace Handbooks
The Northern Ireland Civil Service Debuts a Neurodiversity Handbook
Incarcerated Employment Programs
Next Chapter Aims to Create a More Equitable Workplace
Flexible Coliving Platforms
The 'Coliving' Platform Helps Workers Find an All-Inclusive Place
Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES
Circular Collaborative Seating Designs
Aquafil Joins noho and ECONYL on a New Project
Urban Green Space Overhauls
Four of London's green spaces will receive a makeover
Hispanic-Focused Business Opportunities
PepsiCo Unveils the Newest Greenhouse Accelerator Program
Soccer-Centric Software Partnerships
This Partnership Boosts Soccer-Loving Female Digital Creators
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Private Influencer Social Groups
CNDO Offers Private Social Rooms for Influencers and Their Fans
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations
Zava Designs a New Light and Metal Installation
Educational Esports Platforms
ESIC Unveils the Esports Integrity Education Platform and Tutorial
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Circular Luxury Clubs
'More' Supports More Conscious Shopping and More Accessible Luxury
Community Challenge Platforms
Nas.io Let's Anyone Create and Manage Their Own Online Challenges
Fostered Design Curations
Brompton Design District Unveil Conviviality: The Art of Living Together
Corporate Team Building Parties
It's Game Night Revolutionizes Corporate Team Building in Toronto
Disaster-Ready Housing Prototypes
Holcim & Norman Foster Join on the Essential Homes Project
Community-Building Social Features
OpenChat Debuts the 'Communities' Feature for Group Management
Accessible Sportswear Campaigns
Decathlon Launches the 'Play It Smart' Campaign in Canada
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Real-Time Social Maps
Mapin is a Social Map That Connects the Community Through Content
Diversity-Promoting Digital Courses
The North Face Introduces the Allyship in the Outdoors Course
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Online Poker Engagement Features
Stretch Network Confirms the Launch of Three New Features
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
Inclusive Hiring Programs
El Car Wash Launched a Neurodivergent Hiring Program
Diverse Leadership Inanities
Civic Nation Launched a New Initiative Dubbed the Change Collective
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Educational CSR Initatives
Shimanto Bank Contributes to Bangladesh's Education Assistance Trust
Philanthropic Investment Banks
Builders Vision Helps Build a More Humane and Healthy Planet
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Sustainable Inclusive Bottles
The Monchique Natura Champions Sustainability and Social Inclusion