Society

A segmented landscape of engagement, challenges and opportunities

Proponents outnumber opponents in 22 of 27 countries surveyed

Entrepreneurialism is the spawning ground for small businesses which we know help drive the health of most economies. Small businesses took the brunt of pandemic shut downs and are now only recovering. So, what does the spawning ground look like now?
A new 26-country Ipsos poll finds that entrepreneurial activity is alive and well in some countries but lacking in others.

There is increase in overall support of same-sex relationships in Singapore but cautious tones over its implications observed in areas such as civil union, parenting rights and LGBT content in the media.

People * Planet * Prosperity

This month sees us reflect on the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic two years on. Our featured global surveys cover topics including gender equality and interpersonal trust. We also look at the French election ahead of this month’s vote, alongside the latest polling on the Ukraine conflict.

What Now? What Next?

This month’s edition features stories on how global values are shifting, international threats and responses, the COP26 climate change conference, today’s retail environment, and perspectives on women’s experiences.

A cultural perspective of femininity and empowerment in China, France and USA.