adas list - innovation stories 2015

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Pursues a common political agenda or ‘common cause’


Has a visible constituency or membership base


Involves members collectivised in either formal or informal organisations


Engages in collective actions in pursuit of the movement’s political goals


Uses a variety of actions and strategies


Retains some continuity over time


What if all you need is an internet connection?


“As a founder based in semi rural Yorkshire, I don't have much of a local network, so Ada's List is my main route to tips, news, opportunities and discussion.”


“ Though the building is now long gone, it reminds us of ways very big problems often get solved—with collaborations from many disciplines and a willingness to break some rules.”

Brian Bergstein, Deputy Editor, MIT Technology ReviewSeptember 2014


“My lovely little group Just for Founders debuted on Ada’s List with (X) sharing her story. The group has developed and grown and relaunches in September with 3 workshops for bootstrapping founders.

I learn so much by listening to others share their stories, with the fails included as well as the good, and wanted to broaden that to the group. It’ll be a podcast launching in the fall.”


“…..they have to engage in the battle of ideas to influence public opinion.”

Peter Dreier, E.P. Clapp Distinguished Professor of Politics & Chair of Urban & Environmental Policy DeptOccidental College


…in order to create Change at Scale