Gender lens investing isn’t just about gender equality. It’s also about business. In fact, if you ask many investors propelling these models forward, it’s firstly about business.

The Ralph J. Gerson Distinguished Lecture brought together members of the WDI community for a celebratory dinner and moving speech from Magatte Wade, entrepreneur and advocate for African dignity and prosperity.

WDI’s most recent NGO Leadership Workshop welcomed nonprofits serving Ukrainian refugees—and shared life-changing tips on making a difference.

WDI turned to a well-tested private-sector practice to gain insights for a healthcare nonprofit working to develop an injectable to prevent malaria infections.

Leveraging systems thinking to strengthen collaboration among investors, accelerators and entrepreneurs

WDI’s Advanced Mini-MBA program takes root in Vietnam, which is swiftly moving from a middle- to a high-income country

A life-changing grant from WDI sent this student toward a new career, a family, and a renewed sense of global connection.

The Grip Forté hand and wrist rehabilitation device is a lesson in partnership. WDI connected U-M students, faculty and healthcare providers.

During the 2023–24 academic year, WDI’s Multidisciplinary Action Projects boosted practical skills for students and financial growth for businesses.

WDI shares lessons with hopeful entrepreneurs on identifying a gap in the marketplace and building a business around a solution.

As an independent nonprofit with an education focus, the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan (WDI) has relied on students as essential drivers for impact since its founding 30 years ago.

A global energy transition is underway. WDI’s latest case writing competition aims to increase the pool of higher education case studies on this critical topic.

A team focused on women’s health was named the winner in the 2023 Global Health Commercialization Competition sponsored by WDI and the Center for Global Health Equity.