The Phyllis M. Taylor Center
For Social Innovation and Design Thinking
Our Work
Towards Change
The Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking at Tulane University is a dynamic hub for anyone who is passionate about tackling complex social and environmental challenges. We offer the tools, knowledge, and support needed to transform ideas into lived realities. We focus on human-centered, systems-minded design for social impact, offering not just guidance, but a partnership in reimagining and reshaping the world.
Enhance Your Team's Impact With Krewe School
Krewe School is a year-long, team-based professional development program that builds the collective capacity of community-based organizations, municipal departments, and K–12 or university campus units working toward transformative social change.
The Changemaker Institute (CI)
The Changemaker Institute is a semester-long program designed for students who have a deep understanding of a specific social or environmental challenge, often rooted in lived experience or extensive prior community engagement. The program empowers these students to transform their unique insight and passion into viable ventures that create meaningful impact. Through weekly workshops, mentorship, and a supportive learning community, participants develop the tools and resources needed to turn their ideas for social impact into reality.
Taylor Events
Upcoming Taylor Events
DT 101 Workshop
Join us for Design Thinking 101 and dive into the basics with hands-on fun! DT 101! Ready to dive into the world of Design Thinking? This in-person workshop is the perfect chance to get hands-on experience, meet cool people, and
2026 CHANGEMAKER INSTITUTE SHOWCASE
Come support the next generation of Changemaker. Enjoy lunch and give feedback on Tulane staff & student social impact ventures! The Changemaker Institute (CI) supports budding social entrepreneurs who are interested in building a business or program with social or
Campus and Community Partner
Opportunities
Staff and Faculty at Tulane can:
Become a Life Design Instructor
Apply for a Social Entrepreneurship Professorship
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Community Members and Alumni can:
Attend events and workshops hosted by the Taylor Center
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Join the Taylor Team
Campus & Community Partners can:
Apply for KREWE School
Request VISIONS Facilitation
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Student and Alumni
Opportunities
Classes
Enroll in Design Thinking and Social Innovation Courses
Awards
Apply for Funding Awards to Explore Social Innovation Projects and Research
Jobs
Join the Taylor Team