Investing In Communities-in-need

Melissa Foo, Head of Social Innovation, Agensi Innovasi Malaysia

20-Aug-19 09:35

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Instead of relying on government funding and donations, we explore progressive funding mechanisms such as social impact bonds and social venture capital funds with Melissa Foo, Head of Social Innovation unit at Agensi Innovasi Malaysia (AIM). She also talks about AIM's fledgling efforts in this space.

Produced by: Noelle Lim

Presented by: Noelle Lim

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Categories: Politics, Law and Legal Matters, Business Analysis

Tags: government funding, social impact bonds, social venture capital funds, Agensi Innovasi Malaysia,

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