Is it worth trying to make the world a better place when the odds are stacked against you? It’s easy to feel hopeless by the scale of social issues like climate change, poverty and inequality, but all the good in the world comes from people who choose hope. In this article, we’ll explore eight inspiring examples of groups mobilizing around some of the biggest social impact issues. From free fridges in Oregon to women’s groups in Iraq, people everywhere are …
There’s a term for the effects companies and organizations have on the world, whether they’re negative or positive: social impact. In the career space, “social impact” also refers to how organizations address their social, environmental and economic footprints. It’s a challenging, but rewarding endeavor that’s becoming increasingly important not only for a company’s reputation, but for the health and safety of the world. To reduce their harmful effects and boost their positive ones, organizations in every industry hire people who …