Impact Story: Social Venture Institute
“I had come up with a whole script prescribing what this narrative would be…” – Inder Nirwan, Kahani Pictures owner…
Hollyhock Leadership Institute
Rooted in Relationship: Kim Haxton on Land, Psychedelics, and Deep Accountability
As we prepare for this year’s Psychedelic Summit, we sat down with Kim Haxton—Potawatomi leader, land-based educator, and longtime guide…
How a Democratic Leader Recharges at Hollyhock
Finding Renewal in the Revolution Shelby Cole describes her mission as “fighting fascism with whatever tools I have.” She is…
Navigating Altitude: A Deep Dive into Progressive Leadership
When I first came to Hollyhock in 2017, I knew that there was an opportunity to bring together digital campaigners…
Reflections on the 2023 Canadian Psychedelics Summit and Pre-Registration for 2024
Pre-registration is now open for the 2024 Canadian Psychedelic Summit happening July 17-21, 2024
Unlocking The Potential of Social Impact with SVI Workshops
Are you ready to supercharge your social venture and make a bigger impact? Social Venture Institute Hollyhock, taking place on Cortes Island from September 27 to October 1, is here! This year’s event promises a lineup of interactive skill-building workshops that will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to drive meaningful change in your organization and community.
Cultivating Transparency and Sustainability in the Food Industry with Gathering Place Trading
The global food system is undergoing a transformation, and Lovena Harvey, SVI alumni, Cortes Island local and one of the…
Revolutionizing Period Equity with joni and Social Venture Institute
The future of period care is here, and it’s more sustainable and equitable than ever before. At this year’s 28th…
Reconciliation Canada: Charting a New Way Forward
At this year’s Social Venture Institute Hollyhock, happening September 27-October 1, one of our featured interactive case studies will be…
2023 Canadian Psychedelic Summit
Announcing the full line up of speakers and presenters at the 2nd annual Canadian Psychedelics Summit
Meet the Speakers of Social Venture Institute Hollyhock
Apply today for SVI Hollyhock! Announcing the full line up of True Confessions at Social Venture Institute Hollyhock, Canada’s longest-running…
Notes from a Newcomer: My First Month at Hollyhock
Starting a new job is daunting and exhilarating—particularly with an organization as storied and nuanced as Hollyhock. With years of…
Meet SVI Women Case Study Presenter: Megan Sheldon of Be Ceremonial!
Meet SVI Women Case Study presenter Megan Sheldon from Be Ceremonial, the world’s first guided ceremony app and online community.
Meet SVI Women Case Study Presenter: Dominique Waters of Ziva Naseer!
At SVI Women we feature two entrepreneurs that have identified a specific strategic challenge to a panel of experts, who…
People, Power, Change with Olivia Chow
Do you want to be a part of a movement that creates real change? Are you tired of feeling hopeless…
Activate 2023: Sara El-Amine
When progressive social change meets digital advocacy, real wins happen. Whether you are a digital director at an advocacy organization,…
Activate 2023: Jose Nunez
Gain the digital skills to empower your movement with world-class progressive leaders, as they share their experience and expertise in…
Activate 2023: Keynote Speakers Announced!
Activate 2023: WIN CAMPAIGNS. RAISE MONEY. SURPASS YOUR GOALS. The sharpest digital minds in politics and advocacy campaigns, nonprofits, labour…
Win a Free Pass to SVIW!
Are you a woman or non-binary entrepreneur? Register for Social Venture Institute Women by April 15th and submit your case…
Meet Cicely Belle Blain
Social justice is for everyone, and can be enacted in infinite ways. When we nurture collective desire for a just…
SVIW: True Confession Speakers
Chrystel Cornelius, President & CEO of the Oweesta Corporation, a national Native CDFI intermediary will be joining us as a…
Save the Date for SVIW Virtual
You are invited to apply to join us June 14 – 16 Beloved SVIW Community, We’re BAAAACK! We hope this…
Reintroducing: Hollyhock Leadership Institute
Sixteen years ago I walked through the gate at Hollyhock for my first ever Hollyhock Leadership gathering. I was a…