Lessons from the Field - Social Impact, Ethics & Collaboration

Episode summary

Andrea Kanaris and Richard Parsons trace his path through social sciences, government roles and private consulting - and land on the ethical spine of the profession. They cover community engagement done properly, the friction of working in social impact, professional integrity when clients push back, and why networks and mentors decide who lasts in the field.

Key takeaways

• Public interest is the north star; every SIA decision has to trace back to it.
• Professional integrity is tested when the client wants a softer finding.
• Suitably-qualified practice is not gatekeeping - it is community protection.
• Networks and mentors decide who lasts more than any technical skill.