Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Social Impact

Deston T.Opens in a new tab is a Doughnut Economist and former ESL teacher who lived in China for over six years. He dreams of starting a social venture in China for the children of migrant workers without access to education. Besides Coursera, Deston is engaged with the World Wildlife Fund, Kiva, and the Climate Reality Project. He believes innovation and entrepreneurship courses on Coursera can help people tackle the world’s greatest challenges.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Social Impact

Deston T.Opens in a new tab is a Doughnut Economist and former ESL teacher who lived in China for over six years. He dreams of starting a social venture in China for the children of migrant workers without access to education. Besides Coursera, Deston is engaged with the World Wildlife Fund, Kiva, and the Climate Reality Project. He believes innovation and entrepreneurship courses on Coursera can help people tackle the world’s greatest challenges.

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