Social Impact Bonds in Emerging and Developing Countries

ISBN-13: 9783639729597 / Angielski / Miękka / 2014 / 80 str.

Bohler Nikki

Opis

Increasingly, there are tendencies observable aimed at improving the social service provision, in order to cope more effectively with the significant social challenges that the world is facing nowadays. Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) are an example of such an innovation, introducing evidence base and business acumen into the solving of social challenges. This book assesses the potential implementation of Social Impact Bonds in emerging and developing countries by evaluating potential challenges and solutions to the establishment process. The thorough analysis of the SIB model and the specific conditions in these markets is based on literature reviews, reports on existing and planned SIBs, and interviews with several experts.

O autorze

Böhler, NikkiNikki Böhler studied Economics at the University of St. Gallen, where she developed her interest and got involved in the field of social investing and social business. During and after her studies she gained local insights in various developing and emerging countries and practical experience in a social investment fond and a major foundation.