Social Good is the work done to benefit society, improving lives, strengthening communities, and protecting the environment. It includes initiatives that reduce inequality, promote education, expand healthcare access, defend human rights, support marginalized populations, and encourage inclusive development. Social good is a shared objective across not-for-profits, public agencies, social enterprises, and purpose-driven businesses.

At its heart, social good is what inspires people to act – to respond to urgent needs, address systemic challenges, and create lasting change. Whether it’s supporting youth in underserved neighborhoods, advancing gender equity, or launching a community-led sustainability effort, the goal is to make a positive impact. And the better these initiatives are planned and managed, the greater their reach and effectiveness. Social Good DPro helps turn intention into action, and action into measurable results.

Project management isn’t just for projects in the developing world: it’s just as important for community-led change, social enterprises, and indeed any project delivering social benefit in higher-income countries.

Social Good is built on the trusted foundation of Project DPro but tailored to meet the needs of those working in higher-income countries. It speaks to changemakers who might not call themselves “project managers,” but still lead projects every day to improve lives, protect rights, and strengthen communities. With practical tools, inclusive examples, and accessible language, Social Good DPro makes project management more relevant than ever.

Social Good DPro is intended for an audience that includes:

• Individuals working in not-for-profit organizations.
• Community-based organizers and team members implementing a grant-funded program.
• Social entrepreneurs.
• Impact-driven for-profit ventures.
• Project Managers and team members who are new to project management.
• Students who want to develop a career in the social good sector or project management.
• Consultants/contract staff operating in the social good sector.
  

Our goal is to make project management accessible and relevant not only to professional project managers, but also to project teams, volunteers, coordinators, and anyone who plays a role in planning and delivering social change initiatives.

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