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Innovative Solutions Workshop for Social and Environmental Challenges

Practical tips for how to tackle social/environmental challenges through
product/service innovation

Train learners in advanced features of MindMeister, like adding images or links to their mind
1 maps. This enriches the brainstorming process and helps visualise complex ideas more
effectively.
Use case studies. Introduce successful examples of product/service innovations that have
2 effectively tackled social/environmental challenges. This can inspire learners and provide a
practical framework for their own ideas.
Actively manage group dynamics to ensure equal participation. Encourage quieter members to
3 contribute and remind dominant voices to listen. Collaboration is key in innovative problem-
solving.
Focus on real-world impact. Ask teams to think about the practicalities of their solutions, such as
4 feasibility, scalability, and applicability to the real world. Encourage them to think about how their
innovations can be implemented in real-world scenarios.
During presentations, use MindMeister to highlight key points and provide structured feedback.
5 Encourage participants to add comments or suggestions directly on the mind map, fostering a

collaborative review process.

MindMeister tool
www.mindmeister.com

100%Open Innovation Toolkit
Resources Social Innovation Stories
www.100open.com/toolkit

www.socialinnovationstories.org/wec-case-studies

Green Innovation for Your Business: Tips and Examples
www. bigbangpartnership.co.uk/green-innovation-for-your-business-tips-and-examples

Online Facilitation Lab by Training for Change
www.trainingforchange.org/programs/online-training

INNO4CHANGE: Empowering innovation and entrepreneurship skills on social entrepreneurs