How Gen Z is Rewiring Social Impact: A Conversation with Dr. Eric Dawson

Описание: Are we overlooking the world’s greatest untapped resource?

In this episode of TBLI Radical Truth, we sit down with Dr. Eric Dawson, CEO of RIVET and a global authority on youth-led social innovation. With 1.8 billion young people globally facing rising unemployment and isolation, Dr. Dawson argues that Gen Z isn't just the future—they are the most vital "change agents" we have right now.

Dr. Dawson shares the radical vision behind RIVET, the first consumer-facing brand designed to leverage Gen Z's spending power to fund youth-led micro-projects. From advising US Presidents to his bestselling work Putting Peace First, Eric brings 30 years of wisdom to the table on how we can democratize access to tools, mentors, and capital.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

The Power of Gen Z: Why young people are uniquely positioned to solve entrenched global problems.
A New Model for Impact: How RIVET uses consumer-facing branding to fund over a million youth initiatives.
Micro-Financing Innovation: Moving away from traditional gatekeepers to put capital directly into the hands of young creators.
Joining the Movement: Practical ways investors, brands, and mentors can support the global shift toward youth-led change.

Whether you are an impact investor, a brand strategist, or a young changemaker, this conversation offers a masterclass in human development and systemic social innovation.

Suggested Timestamps:
0:00 – The 1.8 Billion: An untapped global resource.
0:05:15 – Why Gen Z is different: The intersection of culture and impact.
0:12:30 – Inside the RIVET Model: Funding a million initiatives by 2035.
0:21:45 – Lessons from 30 years of youth leadership at Harvard & NYU.
0:30:10 – "Putting Peace First": The 7 commitments to change the world.
0:38:20 – How to build a mentor network for the next generation.

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