While the same core subject matter is taught at all of our Institutes, each offers a unique local flavor.

Los Angeles :: February 17 – 21, 2011

Boston :: March 17 – 21, 2011

New York :: June 2011

Each Institute contains interactive sessions with StartingBloc educators in the fields of CSR, Social Entrepreneurship, Cross-sector Partnerships, and Sustainability. Candidates also participate in experiential learning sessions to build a skill set needed to realize innovations in any field.

The Social Innovation Competition (SIC) gives Fellows the opportunity to work on a team consulting project, which a focus on solving a real challenge for an organization or business. Fellows are trained in strategic consulting and work in teams of 6-8. Each team submits an Executive Summary of their research and conclusions to StartingBloc. Finalists are chosen and present to a panel of judges composed of StartingBloc advisers and consultants at the final Institute event. The overall winning team has the opportunity to help implement their plan and work with our partner organization.

The cost of the Institute is $495 per candidate.

More details on the Institute for Social Innovation