From digital divide connectors to environmental proofreading, these communicative social innovations know the power of the word. But language, of course, isn't only or simply words, it's also design, message and medium.
Some of these communicative social innovations pay more attention to branding and advertising while others, like MyChoicePal are app that help those with disabilities to foster communication skills by utilizing technology. No matter what kind of social entrepreneurship field you're interested in, however, any industry at all can learn a thing or two about what it takes to get your message out -- and sustain it while you're at it. This SocialBusiness.org top list also shines a light on how social entrepreneurship itself is like its own language, with particular definitions and a worldview to match.
43 Communicative Social Innovations
From Digital Divide Connectors to Environmental Proofreading:
Social Business Editor — Jun 30, 2014 — Social Good
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Hip-Hop Social Enterprises
The Global Block Foundation Promotes Personal Sustainability
42
Solar-Powered Chargers
These Chargers are Being Used to Charge Phones in Developing Countries
41
Strategic Environmental Marketing
4GreenPs Focuses on Metrics and Social Causes Simultaneously
40
Last Mile Delivery Services
B-Line is a Distribution Networking Building Sustainable Urban Life
39
Socially Dedicated Design Companies
Poached Creative Employs the Unemployed for Community Good
38
Eco Chic Lifestyle Magazines
'Positive Luxury' Helps Customers Make Ethical Fashion Choices
37
Clean Business Agencies
Adbongo Inc. Offers Incubation, Cause Marketing and Branding Services
36
Poverty Business Development
TechnoServe is an International Nonprofit Founded in 1968
35
Strategic Creativity Events
Germination is a Communications Company Driving Social Change
34
Change-Focused Creative Coalitions
Moving Design is a Chicago-Based Collective For Progress
33
Communication-Enabling Apps
MyChoicePad is Made by a Business Dedicated to Social Innovation
32
Paint Maestro Videos
The Moral Fibers Artist Profile on Gurrier Puchon Creates Connections
31
Communication Design Cooperatives
Calverts Coop is a Green Social Enterprise for Printing & MEdia
30
Alzheimer-Targeting Perfumes
The Givaudan Smell a Memory Kit Elicits Emotional Reactions
29
Entrepreneur Collaboration Academies
Wayra UnLtd is an Initiative Accelerating Ideas
28
Accessible Software Programs
Clear On Media Creates Products for People with Learning Disabilities
27
Collaborative Creation Gigs
Good for Nothing Brings People Together for Fast-Track 'Doing'
26
Purpose-Based Marketing
‘Advertising for Good' Has a Social Mission
25
Beneficial Brand Strategy Firms
Briteweb is a Boutique Design Agency Working with Non-Profits
24
Social Good Realtors
GIVE Group Gives 25% of Commissions to Charities of Their Clients' Choice
23
Modern Impact Funders
Halcyon Incubator Supports Scalable Ideas Through Big Services
22
Virtuous Event Celebrations
The 'A Good Week' Launch is on Its Way So Prep for Fun
21
Social Responsibility Strategists
'A Very Good Company' Offers Communications for Positive Change
20
PR for Purpose
Swarm Communications Services for Non-Profits and Social Enterprises
19
Resumes for Water
'Thirsty Talent' Offers Professional Writing that Funds Clean Water in Africa
18
Sustainability-Focused Advisors
BSD Consulting Provides Impact-Focused Solutions Globally
17
Environmental Proofreading
ab.editing Offers Editorial Services and Specialize in Green Issues
16
Digital Divide Connectors
Talk2One is a Social Enterprise Connecting People to Communication
15
Street Youth Enterprises
SYJA Helps Vancouver's Young Homeless People Find Jobs
14
Sustaining Rural Development
Barefoot College Supports Professionals in the Majority World
13
Mobile-Enhanced Giving
'mGood' Allows Non-Profits to Create Text Message Campaigns
12
Design Solutions for Purpose
Cause Creative Offers Marketing Services for Charities
11
Sustainable Storytelling Businesses
Thinkshift Communications is a B Corporation Promoting Good
10
Communication-Aiding Equipment
Action Deafness Tech Provides Tools That Better Lives Across the UK
9
Sustainable Communications Agencies
Neo Helps Social and Environmental Organizations Succeed
8
Sustainable Society Cooperatives
The Zebra Collective is a Social Enterprise Supporting Workers
7
Rewards-Based Environmental Causes
The Mutual Social Enterprise is an Online Charity Community
6
Social Communication Cooperatives
The Phone Co-op Upholds Strict Self-Imposed Ethical Guidelines
5
Change-Making Communities
Ashoka's Youth Venture Empowers Young People to Promote Positivity
4
Flying Pig Pitches
Good Deals UK Brings Unconventional Voting to the 2011 Social Finance Forum
3
Artisan-Empowering Sales Catalogs
Realice Counsels Women On Product Development And Sales
2
Culpable Communicators
The Antidote Collective Gives the PR Industry a Conscience
1
Not-for-Profit Development Programs
ACT Training Services is a Social Enterprise for Professionals
Related Ideas
Dedicated Content Creator Cameras
The Conceptual 'InstaPocket' Supports Social Media Users
Mood-Powered Smartphone Speakers
The Conceptual 'MIX:X' Speaker by Junyoung Lee is Intelligent
Inspirational Quote Displays
This Sleek Quote Display Device Keeps You Inspired All Day.
Advanced AI-Driven Productivity Technology
viaim Seeks to Redefine Workplace Productivity
Hands-Free Car Innovations
Ford Partnered with the British Deaf Association to Launch an Ad
Intelligent Accessible Light Designs
The Conceptual 'Lamptok' Light Supports the Hearing Impaired
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
Social-Centric Wireless Earbud Concepts
Kusi Boateng-Arthur Introduces the Social Earbud Concept
Interactive AAC Learning Devices
Monica Bhyrappa and Fan Fang Design the Logitech EDU Device
Space Communication Innovations
Intuitive Machines Has Expanded Its Role in Space Communications
Connected Communicative Tea Sets
The Conceptual 'gpTea' Set by Kevin Tang Connects Loved Ones
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
AI-Driven Global Marketing Tools
Welocalize Has Introduced the Advanced OPAL-Marketing
Revolutionary Social Networking Platforms
Soei aims to contribute value to the Global Community
Social Movement Medals
The Openness Medal by Samsung Invites Gen Z to Share Challenges
Off-Grid Multimedia Communication Devices
The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus is Advanced
Window Covering Projector Systems
The Conceptual 'Village' Projector Offers Digital Companionship
AI-Powered Innovation Platforms
Mintel Spark Helps Brands with Concept Generation
Accent-Perfecting Language Tools
Hear It is the Key to Mastering Pronunciation in New Languages
Creative Text-to-Infographic Tools
Infography Converts Blog Posts to Artistic Infographics
Authenticity-Promoting Social Media Apps
The Viberse App Emphasizes Authenticity and Spontaneity
AI-Powered Storytelling Travel Apps
Journi is an App for Tour Guides to Share Exciting Narratives
Speech-to-Text Assistive Pens
The World Literacy Foundation Creates the Literacy Pen
Consumer Biowearable Device
Abbott Has Launched LingoTM in the United Kingdom
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Social Media Notes Expansions
TikTok Notes Puts Text and Images to the Forefront of Social Sharing
Immersive Language-Learning Experiences
504 English Vocabulary Dictionary Provides Flash Cards
Community Engagement Platforms
Dmany Builds Loyal Communities to Fuel Growth and Success
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
AI-Driven Messaging Platforms
Movable Ink Has Introduced Significant Enhancements to Da Vinci
Generative AI Healthcare Solutions
Light-It Group Debuts a New Chapter — Enlighten Ventures
Generative AI Interpreter Campaigns
Samsung's 'The Next Big Thing Is You' Highlights Translation
Simplified Content Creation
FastContent Generates Daily Social Media Posts with Just One Click
AI Storytelling Platforms
Story.com Combines AI with Creativity for Limitless Possibilities
Speech-to-Text Tools
Voxio Can Create Formatted text From Your Thoughts in Minutes
Conversational Language Learning Apps
Babyl Uses AI to Present a Personalized Language Buddy
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Sustainable Vibrant Work Environments
LEGO Group Shows Off its Innovation Campus in Denmark
Shell-Inspired Speaker Concepts
AICO Designs Create the Shell Intellgient Speaker Concept
Distraction-Free Digital Keyboards
The Micro Journal is a Convenient Whimsical Writing Device
Vocabulary Learning Apps
Articulate AI Helps Users Learn Words and Phrases Effectively
AI-Powered Design Apps
Adobe Launches an AI-Powered Mobile App Called Adobe Express
Content Creation Innovative Software
Jimeng AI by ByteDance Creates Content from Text Prompts
AI-Based Multilingual Communication Tools
ibex Recently Introduced the Wave iX Translate
AI-Powered Communication Tools
Cision Joins Forces with Google Cloud to Streamline Its Services
Inclusive Language Resources
IKEA Poland Launches the #ZmienimyNarracje Campaign
English Vocabulary Games
WPuzzle Helps People Enhance Their Language Skills in an Engaging Way
Online Idea-Sharing Platforms
Collaborate, Share, and Discover Projects with Oasis of Ideas
Digital Business Card Platforms
Digital Business Card Claims to Offer an Eco-Friendly Approach
Digital Accessibility Platforms
See Me Please Offers a Comprehensive Solution for Organizations
AI Language Tutors
SpeakPal Offers AI Tutors in 28 Languages for Personalized Lessons
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Content Repurposing Tools
Swift Share Converts Blogs into Shareable Social Media Posts in Seconds
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Chat-Based Language Lessons
'Pal' Offers a Personalized Spanish Tutoring Session Through WhatsApp
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Seamless AI Communication Models
Wike AI Helps People Interact with AI Technology
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Personalized Story Creators
TinkerTell Offers AI-Crafted Stories That Make Every Child the Hero
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
AI Content Generators
AI-Sprinter Generates Brand-Aligned Posts That Mimics One's Writing Style
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
VisionFlow Transforms Spoken English Learning with Talkit
Introvert Networking Platforms
The 'IONA' Platform Connects Users Together Daily Over Email
Universal Language Translation Devices
The Vasco V4 Instant Translator Has a Built-in SIM Card
AI Student Chat Apps
Student Life with Zapshot Enhances Communication with Artificial Intelligence
AI Speech Writing Tools
SpeechWrite Crafts Personal Words for Any Occassion
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
Collaborative Daily Word Games
Netflix and TED Talks Join to Create the TED Tumblewords Game
Pronunciation-Focused Language Learning
Play It, Say It Uses Interactive Language Practice
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Social Good Computer Drives
Digitunity Partners with OBAE to Address Technological Barriers
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
Llanai Uses AI and WhatsApp to Make Language Learning Easier
Bite-Sized English Lessons
Lolo Chat Offers Seven-Minute Lessons to Improve English Proficiency
Resilience-Focused Children's Books
Savvy Suzanna Inspires Young Entrepreneurs with Creativity
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
AI-Powered Academic Writing Tools
Quillword Helps Produce More Research-Focused Writing
Voice-Enabled Digital Paper Tools
Marvin Quickens the Process of Interacting with Complex Papers
Language Learning Live Chats
Fluento's Live-Chatting Feature Boosts Language Skills for Networking
Quizzing Language Apps
Multilingue is a Versatile Language-Learning App with Over 30 Languages
Meaningful Connection Platforms
Livebeam Wants to Connect Like-minded People in an Online Space
Creator-Focused Sales Platforms
The Leap by Thinkific Helps Sell Digital Products on Social
Company Culture-Enhancing Communication Tools
Motivosity Has Unveiled a New Feature Called Spaces
Effective Productivity Strategies
64Hacks Takes a Community-Driven Approach to Streamline Workflow
Minimalist Social Media
Othrys Provides Social Media Optimized for Learning and Productivity
Niche Community Builders
Socially is the Community Builder Platform for Niche Creators Everywhere
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Lingo Looper Prioritizes Engaging Conversation to Help Learners
Tech-Enhanced Hybris Political Models
Pedro Markun Delievrs a New Approach to Brazilian Politics
Conversational AI Communications
Infobip Provides User-Friendly AI Communications
User Feedback Bridge Tool
Bridge Streamlines the Process of Gathering User Feedback
Multi-Lingual Team Translators
Translator Power-Up for Trello Supports Global Work Environments
Content Automation Tools
Spiral Automates Tasks, Creating Efficient Content at Scale
Interconnected Design Retrospectives
The Polimi Design System Introduces INTERDEPENDENCE
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Digital Social Media Diaries
Diseed Helps Capture Life's Best and Worst Moments
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Inclusive Women's Health Forums
The Online Health Community Offers Topic-Specific Connection
Linguistic Enhancing Tools
SAiY Helps With Professional Communication for Non-Native Speakers
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Inclusivity-Enhancing Campaigns
Timekettle Aims to Break Down Language Barriers in Schools
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Intentional Online Experiences
Slow Internet Takes Users Back to a More Enriching Online World
Digital Student Opportunities
Campus Connect Links Students to Tailored Opportunities Worldwide
Minimal Braille Learning Devices
SAQ Design Introduces a Look at the SMARTIO EDU Device
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
Vocabulary Trainer Applications
TurboTerms Streamlines the Process of Studying Vocabulary
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Podcast Language Accessibility Tools
PodTextify Offers Translation Services in 100 Languages
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Meaningful Chat Apps
Oom Helps People Connect on a Deeper Level By Skipping Small Talk
Contemporary Modular Keyboard Concepts
Alexey Prokopenko Develops a New Keyboard Idea
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Assistive Voice Technologies
Whispp Converts Whispered Speech into a Natural Voice in Real-Time
Conversational Journaling Companions
'Thousands Thoughts' Offers a Unique Twist on Reflection
Communicative AI Documents
Docubot is Bringing Less Formality to AI Document Communications
Interactive Education Platforms
Narrative Nooks Engages with Lessons and Real-Time Tutor Support
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Business-Focused Note Apps
Notely Helps Businesses Streamline Consumer Communications
Deliberative Discourse Education Initiatives
CIC & ACUE Collaborate on a Pioneering Online Course
Cost-Effective Voice Connectivity
SIP Trunking Transforms Business Communications
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Social Proof Enhancement Tools
Proofify Boosts Businesses with Compelling Content and Reviews
Elevated Social Media Visuals
SocialScreenshots Creates Stunning Visuals for Online Sharing
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
PrettyPolly Immerses Speakers in Language on Day One
Quiz Competition Platforms
Jargon Jive is a Space for People to Build Engaging Quizzes
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Educational Linguistic Newsletters
The 'Why Is That Called That' Newsletter Delves into Language
Dynamic Visual Communication Platforms
ConverStory Transforms Speech into Captivating Images
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Collaborative Coding Platforms
CodeConnect Unifies Coding, Video Chat, and AI Assistance
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Creative Smart Writing Assistants
Copie Empowers Writers by Streamlining Their Process
Collaborative Insights Sharing
Collabwriting Empowers Teams to Collect and Share Across the Web
Important Sharing Apps
The FinhApp Let's You Share Wills or Messages with Loved Ones
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities