Complexity Café: Exploring Systems Change for Social Good

by Vikāra Institute

Embark on an enlightening journey in the "Complexity Café: Exploring Systems Change for Social Good" podcast series, hosted by the Vikāra Institute. The podcast features an exclusive limited series, "MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems", in collaboration with MarketLinks.

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • "Changing Climate, Changing Lives" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    "Changing Climate, Changing Lives" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    In partnership with MarketLinks and Vikāra Institute, get ready for an enlightening episode in the "MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems" limited series, as we delve into the intersection of climate change and housing, with a focus on the challenges faced by incremental builders. We welcome Mr Jacob Simuero and Ms Jennifer Omen from Habitat for Humanity, who bring a wealth of expertise to the table. In this captivating conversation, you will be taken on a journey through the evolving landscape of systems thinking in the realm of climate change and housing. Discover unique perspectives on shaping a transformative approach to working with incremental builders, aiming to enhance the quality of housing in low-income communities. This episode is a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs encountered in the pursuit of adequate housing in the face of climate change. From the intricacies of systems thinking to the tangible impacts on low-income communities, Mr Simuero and Ms Omen share insights that are both enlightening and actionable. Tune in as we explore climate change, systems thinking, and the pivotal role it plays in reshaping housing strategies for incremental builders. Subscribe now for a compelling conversation that goes beyond the surface, offering a nuanced understanding of the journey towards improved housing and sustainability.

  • "Feeding the Future: Food Systems Revealed" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    "Feeding the Future: Food Systems Revealed" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    In partnership between MarketLinks and Vikāra Institute, prepare for a thought-provoking journey in the latest episode in the "MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems" limited series, as Ms Joanna Springer, the Resilience and Market Systems Research Advisor from RTI, delves into the realm of food security and nutrition through the lens of market systems development. In this exclusive conversation, explore the evolving landscape where resilience intersects with market dynamics. Discover why issues of food security and nutrition are no longer peripheral but have become central keystones in the development of market systems. Tune in to explore how these critical issues are shaping the future of markets, influencing their functionality, and ultimately determining their impact on society. Subscribe now for an enlightening series that goes beyond the surface, offering insights that are not just informative but also essential for understanding the ever-evolving landscape of market systems development.

  • "Navigating the Aftermath: From Conflict to Recovery" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    "Navigating the Aftermath: From Conflict to Recovery" - MSS Insights: Innovations in Market Systems

    In partnership between MarketLinks and Vikāra Institute, dive into the heart of complex dynamics and emerging strategies in our first episode in the "MSS Insights: Innovation in Market Systems" limited series. We welcome Ms Ksenyia Sydorkina, Chief of Party for USAID AGRO, with Chemonics in the Ukraine, where we unravel the crucial interplay of market systems and conflict-affected contexts. This episode, we embark on an exploration of the evolving landscape where market systems intersect with conflict, pushing the boundaries of resilience. Discover how these systems lenses provide a unique perspective, unraveling the intricate web of dynamics often concealed in the midst of conflict. Join us as we decode the insights gleaned from the application of market systems resilience, shedding light on the nuanced strategies that are shaping the future of conflict engagement.