Ideas for Change

Executives in our leadership programmes are challenged to design bold, practical solutions—from business model innovations to forward-thinking policy proposals. Each addresses a pressing challenge while uncovering new, often unrealised opportunities.

These models are delivered to our project partners—including private companies, multilateral institutions, and government agencies—and, where possible, made publicly available to inspire others and foster a culture of purposeful problem-solving.

Agriculture

An Integrated Approach to Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Regeneration in China’s Yellow River Golden Triangle

Despite the initial success of China’s Household Responsibility System in empowering smallholder farmers, why do over 227 million households—each farming an average of just 0.6 hectares—still struggle to access modern value chains, fair pricing, and cooperative support in an increasingly consolidated agricultural economy?

Policy & Society

Housing Affordability for the Next Generation

With Hong Kong now the world’s most unaffordable housing market, where a modest flat costs 18.5 years of income, bold reforms are needed to make decent housing attainable for all.

Policy & Society

Creating a Network of Community based Sports Hubs

As Malaysia faces rising obesity and lifestyle diseases, there is an urgent need to reimagine sports as a driver of health, inclusion, and national progress.

Healthcare

Health & Well-being for the Global Supply Chain

Over 3 million industrial workers in Vietnam face barriers to basic healthcare and well-being services. Discover how a new model can transform access and create a viable, impactful investment opportunity.

Financial Inclusion

Scaling Up Inclusive Housing Finance in India

Swarna Pragati Housing Microfinance (SPHM) is redefining rural housing in India with community-driven finance, service partnerships, and mobile tech, turning homes into foundations for health, education, and equity.

Healthcare

Private Sector Solutions for Public Health Challenges

Nearly 2.4 billion people lack basic sanitation, and Vietnam is no exception. How is a local social enterprise turning handwashing into a scalable, life-saving solution?

Healthcare

Providing Healthcare with a Single Touch

India faces a critical gap in emergency healthcare, with delays, shortages, and poor infrastructure costing millions of lives. This report shows how MUrgency’s mobile model links patients to verified first responders, offering a scalable way to improve emergency and non-emergency care nationwide.

Rural Development

A New Model for Rural Revitalisation: Rediscovering Hong Kong’s Forgotten Treasures

Revitalising Hong Kong’s forgotten villages into sustainable living clusters that preserve heritage, boost food security, and restore community life.

Agriculture

Bringing the World to Iran: Strengthening the Semirom Apple Industry

Iran’s apple heartland is at a crossroads, with 30% of harvests wasted and farmers under pressure. Discover how bold solutions are reshaping Semirom’s apple industry and livelihoods.

Financial Inclusion

Protecting the Vulnerable: Expanding Microinsurance in Sri Lanka

Over half of Sri Lankans lack access to affordable insurance. Closing this gap requires innovative micro-insurance solutions that protect families while driving inclusive growth.

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Ideas for Change

An Integrated Approach to Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Regeneration in China’s Yellow River Golden Triangle

Housing Affordability for the Next Generation

Creating a Network of Community based Sports Hubs

Health & Well-being for the Global Supply Chain

Scaling Up Inclusive Housing Finance in India

Private Sector Solutions for Public Health Challenges

Providing Healthcare with a Single Touch

A New Model for Rural Revitalisation: Rediscovering Hong Kong’s Forgotten Treasures

Bringing the World to Iran: Strengthening the Semirom Apple Industry

Protecting the Vulnerable: Expanding Microinsurance in Sri Lanka

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