Kate Raworth is a British #economist known for developing the “@Doughnut Economics” framework, which redefines economic success beyond traditional measures of growth. Her model proposes that societies should operate within a “safe and just space” bounded by social foundations and ecological ceilings, balancing human well-being with planetary limits. The concept of Kate Raworth’s doughnut economics challenges conventional GDP-driven approaches by emphasizing regenerative and distributive systems that support thriving communities. Her influential book Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist has informed global discussions on sustainability, urban planning, and policy innovation, with cities such as Amsterdam integrating its principles into governance strategies. Raworth’s work bridges academic theory, activism, and applied design, offering a compelling alternative to extractive economic paradigms.

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"Today we have economies that grow whether or not they make us thrive, and what we need—especially in the richest countries—are economies that make us thrive whether or not they grow." ~ Kate Raworth

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