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Africa & Development

ZONA DE IMPACTO, EP 1: Ending world poverty through migration

Is international migration the best way to fight poverty in the world? What are the benefits for those who welcome migrants? How to reduce irregular migration to Europe? These are some of the topics discussed by Rita Neves, Vítor Cavalcante and Cátia Batista, based on the research they developed through NOVAfrica both in Portugal and in Africa. Listen to this debate in this first episode of Zona de Impacto.

MAZE Impact: 4 years of Social Impact Bonds

Portugal has been leading the way for social innovation worldwide and is now the third country in the world with more Social Impact Bonds. Learn more about this innovative tool that aligns incentives of private investors, social organizations, and public sector entities.

Baby steps towards transparency in Portugal: disclosing financial transactions between the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare professionals

The public is becoming increasingly aware of the need for transparency in the financial ties between the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare professionals. Ana Moura discusses Portugal’s improvement efforts and leaves an insight on what is still to be done on the topic.

Portugal, Social Balance 2021

“Portugal, Balanço Social” is a yearly report which aims to draw a socioeconomic portrait of Portuguese families and provide a basis for cross-sectional discussion on poverty and social exclusion in the country. This second edition was launched this January and you can learn more about it here.

Leadership & People

The need for personal and professional life balance

In an interview with Pontos de Vista, Silvia Rodriguez speaks about her leadership journey and the importance of finding a balance between personal and professional life, integrating fulfilling and meaningful projects, and embracing a journey of continuous growth and development.

Daniel Traça: “Times change and the world demands that we change ahead”

In an interview with Jornal Económico, Daniel Traça speaks about the responsibility that University has to help the future become more optimistic and how Nova SBE wants to set an example. The focus on new areas of science and societal challenges, proximity to companies, and the innovation ecosystem are parts of the strategy.

Leadership & People

Leadership and team management: “The new leader knows how to take advantage of flexibility.”

In the first episode of the podcast “Business@Speed” by PHC Software, Pedro Neves discussed the impact and future of leadership at a time when human capital management is particularly important. Some of the topics addressed include the importance of understanding how companies can respond to the challenges, which mistakes should not be repeated, and the solutions that can facilitate this entire process.

ECONOMY: Is the future exclusively in cities?

Over time, history has shown that cities continue to be perceived as the El Dorado of hope for so many people who, having a difficult life in places far from the big cities, look to them as the remedy for their problems. But is it really in the cities that the solution relies upon? Cátia Batista addresses this topic and explains why there is no single answer because, just like countries, cities, and people are not all the same, circumstances also determine the possible solutions for each one.

Sustainability: Is it the future?

In this episode of the Podcast Cruzamento Daniel Traça speaks about sustainability, our country's opportunities in this area, and the creation and attraction of talent.

Pandemic impacts on access to cross-border medical services (medical tourism)

Faced with treatment unavailability in their countries, patients have historically travelled to USA seeking for help. This movement, known as medical tourism, has been greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the consequent freezing of borders. Irving Stackpole, gives us an analysis of the variables affecting the medical tourism market and its predictions for the post pandemic period.

Rethinking public health spending sustainability

Keeping a growing healthcare system sustainable in developed economies might mean a raise in taxes or cost reducing actions in other sectors. How should a society and its governmental bodies reflect on its expenditure balance and priorities?

Leadership & People

Impactful Alumni: Meet Cristina Almeida

Cristina Almeida is the Head of Platform at Maze. Maze is a venture by Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation - an impact investment firm that accelerates and invests in solutions solving for social and environmental challenges.

Thirst Project Nova SBE: Newsletter December

This is a quick read (2-3 minutes) on what are the new ways of approaching the fight against thirst not only around the world but also in Thirst Project Nova SBE. Get to know the new projects of this team of more than 20 students of Nova SBE that constantly try to move people into helping in this cause, also know how to help and how scientific innovation is playing a part on this matter.

Leadership & People

Inclusive Recruitment

Discover the different alternatives to implement an inclusive recruitment.

Leadership & People

Journey to Inclusion

The Journey specially designed to the companies that aim to be more inclusive of people with disabilities.

Leadership & People

Creating the Inclusive Community Forum

Rui Diniz, ICF's founder, shares how ICF started and how it is connected to Nova School of Business and Economics.

Impactful Alumni: Meet Diogo Silva

Nova SBE Alumnus, Collaborative Innovation Expert & Impact Storyteller, Climate Change Activist, Global Changemaker, and many more.

Thirst Project Nova SBE: Newsletter October

This is a quick read (2-3 minutes) on what are the new ways of approaching the fight against thirst not only around the world but also in Thirst Project Nova SBE. Get to know the new projects of this team of more than 20 students of Nova SBE that constantly try to move people into helping in this cause, also know how to help and how scientific innovation is playing a part on this matter.

Leadership & People

The importance of having a job

In this Inclusive Future video, Parth Dwarkadas shares his responsibilities and experience of working at Nova SBE.

Impactful Alumni: Meet Marta Ramos

Marta Ramos is a Nova SBE Alumna and Co-CEO of zeroCO2 Iberia - a benefit corporation that deals with environmental sustainability through reforestation projects with high social impact. Each tree planted has a unique id, is geolocated and you can follow the growth online.

Leadership & People

Get to know the Make Space for Growth Podcast

Nova SBE Alumna Sara Vicente Barreto, Corporate Strategist, Social Entrepreneur, Writer, Mum of 2 and passionate for growth launched a Podcast series focused on getting to know successful women leaders around the world, how they run their businesses and how they manage themselves. Get inspired by their stories!

Impactful Alumni: Meet Joana Dias da Cunha

Nova SBE is running an Alumni Video Series to showcase how they are contributing to the SDG Agenda at a professional level. Joana Dias da Cunha is our first speaker: Founder & CEO at Fair Bazaar & Fair News, she is also a sustainability advocate, climate optimist, and social entrepreneur.

Leadership & People

TEDxNOVA, at Nova SBE

The first TEDxNOVA was a day full of inspiration, exchange and ideas worth sharing. 7 excellent speakers presented their insights from diverse fields like education, biopharma, design, photography, psychology, sports and leadership.

Leadership & People

The campaign that made a difference at GALP

Galp shares best practices of inclusion resulting from their active participation in the Commitment to Inclusion by Inclusive Community Forum.

Nova School of Business & Economics

To Nova SBE, positive impact shall have a relationship to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our community is committed to foster dialogue and action, by disseminating knowledge, launching innovative projects, supporting organizations' transformation, and leading by example, as responsible citizens. This is the space that will provide the know-how so that the best and most innovative talent, such as yours, can play its role. If you want to lead the future and be at the forefront of change, this is your way in.

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