Impact Insider | October 2023
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ACCP Summit: Embrace the Moment, Propel Purpose
Uplift experts Jerome Tennille and our CEO, Corinne Graper , are gearing up to speak on a panel together at the upcoming Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals Annual Conference joined by our client, Helen Seibel at BMO. If you are attending the conference then you won’t want to miss hearing from them as they will share invaluable insights on how to prioritize people when designing stakeholder-centric signature programs.
Download the app and secure your spot at: Putting People First: Designing A Stakeholder-Centric Signature Program: October 18 @ 11 am MT
Walk through the step-by-step process used by Uplift and BMO to craft a signature social impact program. From identifying key stakeholders to engaging them in facilitated conversations, collecting credible data and insights, and aligning on a clear path forward, you’ll gain insights, practical tools, and frameworks to breathe life into your own signature program concepts.?
Expect to gain insights into the latest trends in advancing equity, collective impact, volunteerism, ESG, measuring impact, and so much more.
Learn More: HERE?
The Role of Stakeholder Engagement in Corporate Social Impact
Profit and purpose CAN go hand in hand. The key to bridging the gap between profit and purpose lies in stakeholder engagement.?
From internal employees to external community members and regulatory bodies, by involving individuals and groups with vested interests, you can gain insights that inform more effective social impact strategies.
“Embrace the diversity of stakeholders, their voices, and their needs to create a legacy that resonates not just on balance sheets, but throughout society itself.”
Ready to elevate your social impact from isolated acts of goodwill to cohesive and sustainable actions that drive positive change on a larger scale?
Check out this blog post by Uplift’s Jerome Tennille to discover how you can utilize stakeholder engagement to bridge the gap to meaningful change.?
Read the Blog: HERE
Unmasking Social Washing: Paving the Way for Authentic ESG Communication
In the world of ESG and social impact, transparency and authenticity are our guiding lights. But there's a shadowy threat lurking—Social Washing.?
While Greenwashing is a well-known concern, Social Washing deserves equal scrutiny. This dangerous practice occurs when a company distorts or exaggerates its positive social impact efforts, resorting to tactics like concealing negative information, spreading false positivity, or engaging in misleading advertising.
Spotting Social Washing demands a discerning eye, just as with Greenwashing. How can you recognize it, and more crucially, how can you prevent it from tainting your company's reputation?
Discover insights in this blog by Uplift’s Hannah Eagleson as she dives deep into this deceptive practice, offering guidance on spotting it and, most importantly, fortifying your company's social impact and ESG communications to remain authentic and transparent.
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Read the Blog: HERE
A Look Back
Have “A Look Back” at past articles that remain relevant, offering timely insights to stay prepared in the sustainability and social impact landscape.
A Look Back at the New ISSB Reporting Standards: Progress Towards a Global Baseline in Climate-Related Disclosure
?The demand for standardized sustainability reporting has led to a new development: the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards.?
Uplift’s experts, Sr. Director of ESG Strategy & Reporting, Alissa Matthies Tamasi , and ESG Communications Manager, Marjory Elwell provide guidance on how to prepare for the standards, including:?
Read the blog: HERE?
Feeling lost amidst the complexities of sustainability reporting? Uplift’s ESG Reporting experts are here to provide the guidance and support you need to navigate this path with confidence and purpose.
Uplifting News
#WPHFund Inaugural Gala Launch
We recently launched the inaugural #WPHFund Gala in Los Angeles with our client, the United Nations - Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF).
The night was nothing short of inspiring, recognizing and celebrating women peacebuilders and changemakers. Led by WPHF Global Advocate, Kristen Bell, the gala shined a spotlight on the powerful women nonprofit leaders navigating our world’s most formidable challenges.?
Attendees were treated to a captivating fusion of storytelling and sensory experiences, providing a deep insight into the extraordinary work of grassroots women leaders. The stage was graced by luminaries like Sharon Stone and Ted Danson, and the atmosphere was electrified by the performance of Sara Bareilles.
We were honored to be joined by women peacebuilders, Horia Mosadiq from Afghanistan and Hajer Sharief from Libya, who shared their stories of how they are actively building peace, advocating for human rights, and leading humanitarian responses.
WPHF's mission helps women on the frontlines get the support and resources they need now.?
To donate to this inspiring fund, visit https://www.pledge.to/WPHFGala.?