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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 20h

While Brazil is currently making good social progress, its political system remains caught in a polarization cycle. What are the implications of Brazil's presidential and legislative elections? Full episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast www.socialprogress.org/post/voting-...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This weekend, Brazil can choose its next president! 🇧🇷 Why are voters split down the middle between Lula Da Silva vs Flávio Bolsonaro? Who actually supports who? New episode: Voting against, not for? Upcoming 🇧🇷 elections explained 🎙️ Watch or listen now www.socialprogress.org/post/voting-...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Learn what three decades of data reveal about global resilience, inequality, and social progress and how the new Social Progress Index Time Series can serve as a common language for your organization’s strategies. Register now! www.socialprogress.org/post/from-ho...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If these countries could get back on track, maybe the SDGs could recover... Watch the full episode of📊 Struggling SDGs: Why Global Progress Just Came to a Standstill 👇 www.socialprogress.org/post/struggl... Follow Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast on your favorite platforms.

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The message from #UNGA is clear: facing an increasingly fragmented world, restoring multilateral cooperation and the rule of law is an urgent priority. 🌏 To rebuild global collaboration, decision-makers need a shared compass. Register now! www.socialprogress.org/post/from-ho...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

If we could send just one message to #UNGA, this is it. Every region of the world is affected by declining rights, only with the exception of Central Asia and the Caucasus, according to the 2026 Global Social Progress Index. Full episode www.socialprogress.org/post/struggl...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This is the world's current state: it scores 63.75 points out of 100 on the 2026 Global Social Progress Index, which analyzes 50+ social and environmental outcome indicators. Is this enough to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals? #UNGA www.socialprogress.org/post/struggl...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today is the annual SDG Moment, convened by the Secretary-General as mandated by #UNGA, to inspire action on the Sustainable Development Goals. We explore 15 years of data to map where the world actually stands. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode at www.socialprogress.org/post/struggl... #SDGs

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Explore with us the successes of global development and where things went off track. We’ll analyze the lessons emerging from over 3 decades of social progress data and how this can inform actionable strategies for leaders. 🌎 🟣 Join us! www.socialprogress.org/post/from-ho...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

With the launch of the new Social Progress Index Time Series, we will address some of the defining questions of our time. Explore with us the successes of global development and where things went off-track. 🗓️ Virtual. October 15th 🟡 Register for free: www.socialprogress.org/post/from-ho...

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From Hope to Fragmentation: What 34 Years of Social Progress Data Reveal About Global Development

Join us for the upcoming launch event of the Social Progress Index Time Series

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Join us for the exclusive launch of the Social Progress Index Time Series! The new edition offers insights for 196 countries from 1990 to 2023 about human development, building strong communities, and effective and resilient institutions. 🟣Register now airtable.com/appCgKwbXznC...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Louise Thomas and @shepleygreen.bsky.social offer new insights into how citizens can take care of themselves wherever they live. New episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast! Listen now to "Air Quality Dictates Your Decisions, Cognition and Votes": www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

There is a broad-based decline in Liberty in the United States according to the 2026 Global Social Progress Index. Since 2011, we have seen a significant change in Rights & Voice, followed by Advanced Education, mainly due to a decline in academic freedom. www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Air Aware Labs is changing the way we protect ourselves from exposure to pollution. By translating environmental data into personalized insights, their technology helps you choose cleaner travel routes and build healthier daily routines. Full episode: www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Michael Green @shepleygreen.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Congratulations #Kyrgyzstan on Independence Day. A stellar performer on the @socprogress.bsky.social Social Progress Index.

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Explore why the U.S. economy has boomed while the country's actual quality of life has gone into reverse, making the U.S. one of only four nations in the world to decline in recent years. Download the ebook for $1.99 USD! www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Without human accountability, trust in public systems erodes quickly. The conversation about AI we are not having: trust, control and social progress is out now! New episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast! 🟣 Listen or watch now: www.socialprogress.org/post/the-ai-...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

If global education systems lean heavily on AI models, local history, literature, and regional identity run the risk of being overwritten. Don't miss out on the full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKOH...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Market hype often inflates new technology beyond its immediate utility. What will happen with AI? Don't miss out on the latest episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast with Michael Green and Emrys Schoemaker. 📽️ Watch now! www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKOH...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Indonesia, China, and South Korea showed the greatest social progress improvement since 1990, when comparing the largest 20 economies. The United States 🇺🇸 recorded the least improvement. ✅ Data from the Time Series Social Progress Index: www.socialprogress.org/social-progr...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

AI requires physical infrastructure, immense energy, and trillions of liters of water. Tech progress carries real consequences not only for the communities living next to the data centers but for society as a whole. New Beyond GDP Podcast episode www.socialprogress.org/post/the-ai-...

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Michael Green @shepleygreen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

How are you feeling about AI? Excited? Scared? Bored? i sat down with @emrys.eurosky.social who guided me through the fog and the hype for the @socprogress.bsky.social Beyond GDP podcast: youtu.be/UKOHfTfYpZw?...

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The AI conversation we are not having: Trust, control & social progress

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Can toxic air actually flip an election?! 😧 Louise Thomas, CEO of Air Aware Labs, breaks down the surprising ways air pollution impacts our health, cognitive capacity, and decision-making in an episode of the Beyond GDP Podcast. 🎙️ Listen or watch now www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

City air averages lie. Moving just a few meters off the curb can drastically change the pollution you breathe in real-time. Watch the full Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast episode to learn how air pollution shapes our choices, focus, and political decisions: youtu.be/gcDs4tICPrI

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Whether you're running, cycling, commuting, or simply at home, AirTrack provides personalized insights into how the air around you affects your health and performance. How does it work? 🤔 Watch or listen now to Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The dangers of air pollution go far deeper than most people realize, starting before a child is even born. Louise Thomas from Air Aware Labs talks about the impacts of air pollution and solutions for protecting ourselves. 🌎 Listen or watch now! www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Almost every Brazilian capital grew spontaneously, with paths opened by explorers. Belo Horizonte was born in reverse: first came the plan, then the city. Was this plan successful? Estado de Minas analyzes this using the Brazil Social Progress Index. www.em.com.br/emfoco/2026/...

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Entre as cinco capitais com melhor qualidade de vida do país: a cidade planejada em 1897 que guarda as primeiras obras de Niemeyer - Estado de Minas - Em foco

Planejada no fim do século 19, a capital reúne boa qualidade de vida, arquitetura moderna e algumas das primeiras obras de Oscar Niemeyer.

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Malaysia's true scorecard reveals a nation at a crossroads. The path of "business as usual", chasing GDP growth while ignoring the social and environmental externalities, is a road to ruin, says media Malaysiakini. ✍ Full article: m.malaysiakini.com/letters/781541 #Malaysia #Asia #GDP

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LETTER | Malaysia's true scorecard reveals a nation at crossroads

GDP is a measure of activity, not well-being.

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The 2026 Global Social Progress Index shows that: 📊 Pakistan ranks 142/171 countries on social progress 💧 Performs as expected in Basic Needs 🏠 Since 2011, Pakistan has improved the most on Housing What is driving this? 🎙️ Watch or listen now: www.socialprogress.org/post/the-res...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

There's a whole environmental catastrophe that's waiting for Pakistan. @shepleygreen.bsky.social asks Sheheryar M. Khan whether there are any efforts to tackle these issues in our new episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast. 🌿 Watch or listen now: www.socialprogress.org/post/the-res...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

One of Pakistan's biggest challenges is around rights and inclusion. What's your take? Can Pakistan turn its big potential into real change for its people? 🌍Watch or listen to the full episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast! www.socialprogress.org/post/the-res...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Air pollution impacts everything from our lung health to brain development, even influencing voting behavior! New episode out now! ☺️ Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast with @shepleygreen.bsky.social & guest Louise Thomas from Air Aware Labs www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Smoking and obesity get almost all the attention in health discussions, yet air pollution has climbed past both of them on the risk list. How do we protect ourselves? Listen to @shepleygreen.bsky.social and Louise Thomas from Air Aware Labs. www.socialprogress.org/post/how-air...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

What does quality of life really look like in Pakistan when you look past standard economic metrics? Watch the episode for a closer look at the data & daily life in Pakistan with Sheheryar M. Khan, Development Economist, and @shepleygreen.bsky.social, CEO. www.socialprogress.org/post/the-res...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

In this short episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast, @shepleygreen.bsky.social addresses Prime Minister Burnham directly, laying out an evidence-based roadmap for positive change in the UK. ✅ Watch or listen now: www.socialprogress.org/post/an-agenda-for-britains-new-prime-minister

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An Agenda for Britain's New Prime Minister

With Keir Starmer out and Andy Burnham stepping in as Britain’s seventh Prime Minister in a decade, the new administration faces a nation stuck in a 15-year social progress track. Here are some…

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

With Keir Starmer out and Andy Burnham stepping in as Britain’s seventh Prime Minister in a decade, the new administration inherits a nation facing 15 years of stagnation in social progress. ✅ Watch or listen now: www.socialprogress.org/post/an-agenda-for-britains-new-prime-minister

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An Agenda for Britain's New Prime Minister

With Keir Starmer out and Andy Burnham stepping in as Britain’s seventh Prime Minister in a decade, the new administration faces a nation stuck in a 15-year social progress track. Here are some recomm...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Politics is more about quick wins, things people can see and feel immediately. Long-term climate change investments? They get caught in the crossfire of political cycles. Watch the episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast with Sheheryar Khan www.socialprogress.org/post/the-res...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Spain vs. Argentina... who will win the World Cup on Sunday? And more importantly, will the pitch match the data? Spain dominates in quality of life, outperforming Argentina across 10 of 12 social progress components. See the full scorecard and other results www.socialprogress.org/post/world-cup

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

In our new episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast, we explore how well the 🇺🇸 United States is living up to the promise at the heart of its identity. 📽️ Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHNa...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The one thing democrats and republicans agree on is that mental health needs more attention. However, the real challenge is not only acknowledging the problem but taking action. Listen to the full episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast www.socialprogress.org/post/why-men...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Why is mental health a civil rights issue? This perspective changed everything for Jono Wilde from The Good Life Movement. He opens up with us by sharing his personal experience with his dad. Listen to the full conversation: www.socialprogress.org/post/why-men...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

We measured America's performance since 1990, and the results are alarming. Do people have adequate housing? Do kids learn in school? What's life expectancy? Can people exercise their rights? Full analysis on the Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast. www.socialprogress.org/post/happy-b...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The stigma surrounding mental health leads to unequal treatment in healthcare, employment, and society at large. New episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast with Jono Wilde from The Good Life Movement and @shepleygreen.bsky.social. www.socialprogress.org/post/why-men...

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The United States has the resources to offer a quality of life like Denmark’s; it just chooses not to. In a new ebook by @shepleygreen.bsky.social and Matthew Bishop, they explore why the country's actual quality of life has gone into reverse. Download the ebook www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

As the 4th of July celebrations have come to an end, we are left with a difficult question: Has America delivered on its promise? Using the Social Progress Index, we analyze how the United States performs on rights, freedoms, and 57+ social outcomes. www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

The U.S. is getting a failing grade compared to its economic peers, with quality of life declining. From skyrocketing housing costs to a weak healthcare system, we break down exactly where America is falling short and what needs to change. Get it now www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

As the United States celebrates its 250th Birthday, has it achieved the promise of the Founding Fathers of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness? Download the ebook at www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM #4thofjuly #Freedom250 #USA

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Happy Birthday, America - But whatever happened to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness? @shepleygreen.bsky.social and Matthew Bishop analyze how the United States stacks up against these ideals. Get it now 📖 www.amazon.com/dp/B0H7K4V7QM #4thofJuly #UnitedStates #dataanalytics

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Social Progress Imperative @socprogress.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

In terms of the promise of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness, the United States today is earning a failing grade. Watch the full analysis at www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHNa... #4thofJuly

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