Theoretical and Practical Approaches to Social Innovation illuminates and consolidates multiple views of social innovation theory, research, and practice, which to date have not been presented in one publication. The book provides an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding coupled with an assessment of the current research in multidisciplinary perspectives complemented by case studies representing each knowledge cluster in social innovation research. In this unique way, this book links theory to practice demonstrating praxis. While highlighting topics such as social enterprise, urban studies, management, ecological resilience, and social policy and networks, this book is ideal for students, academics, practitioners, researchers, and entrepreneurs looking to expand their knowledge, skills, and passion, and to sustainably pursue their social missions to bring about real social change that can transform communities and ignite innovative approaches to solving social challenges.

Topics Covered
The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:
•Business Practices
•Ecological Resilience
•Grassroots Innovation
•Legislation and Governance
•Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
•Social Innovation and Theory
•Social Movements
•Social Policy and Network
•Social Sciences
•Urban Studies