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The Ashoka Systems Change Podcast

Season 2 Episode 4: Cracking the Collaboration Jackpot

Feb 5, 2021
A social entrepreneur empowering Navajo communities in food policy and a former deputy mayor of Vienna discuss successful collaboration between social entrepreneurs and governments. Topics include societal challenges, mutual aid, community transformation, and the role of pilots in scaling innovations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Successful community gardens improve urban spaces and community engagement through Vienna's innovative grants scheme.
  • Data-driven evaluation is crucial for replicating successful urban innovations and driving systemic change in cities.

Deep dives

Piloting Community Gardens: Local Impact and Sustainable Growth

One successful project, the Vienna community grants scheme, allowed residents to develop small community gardens with a grant of 4000 euros. This initiative led to the implementation of over 300 neighborhood gardens within three years. Qualitative and quantitative indicators like changes in walking pace indicated the positive effects of these projects. Evidenced in increased community engagement and transformed urban spaces.

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