ASHOKA UK

In 1981, we pioneered the concept of a social entrepreneur – who identifies a social problem and comes up with an innovative solution at a systemic level. Since then, we have selected over 3,500 Ashoka Fellows in over 90 countries, each committed to creating systems change in their respective fields. Ashoka has supported them financially as well as strategically, offering life-long guidance and a global community of peers.

With a birds-eye view of the work of thousands of leading social entrepreneurs, Ashoka has a unique insight into emergent social trends. This allows us to connect social entrepreneurs and other changemakers around the world to collaborate and mainstream social innovation. By supporting thousands of Fellows, Ashoka’s reach grows exponentially, allowing us to engage and empower the public at large.

Our ultimate vision therefore is a world, in which everyone is a changemaker.