IMPACT REPORT
320K
Impact Makers united worldwide.
This is our story.
An Impact Maker is more than just a title.
is more than just a title.
In these closely-knit networks, ideas are nurtured, and empathy flourishes. Communities empower individuals to amplify their voices and create lasting change in the world.
This year, we proudly count 320,000 Impact Makers actively collaborating within our fold, each contributing uniquely to our collective purpose.
Through our annual Global Counting Week, we capture our growth, mapping the ever-expanding constellation of our community.
Each entrepreneur, mentor, partner, innovator, and ambassador holds a unique place in this journey. Impact Hubs are the locales where innovation, solidarity, and resilience thrive, reminding us that together, we can achieve far more than we ever could individually.
This report is dedicated to every Impact Maker contributing to a just and sustainable society.
At the heart of our Network are impact entrepreneurs seeking innovative solutions to our world’s most pressing challenges.
Through our annual Global Community Survey we receive valuable insights and feedback from our entrepreneurs, programme participants, and partners. Here’s what they had to say:
Inspire
Through meaningful content, valuable tools, and essential resources, we empower individuals and organisations to be the spark of change.
felt supported in generating new ideas
gained insights into new issues and trends
Connect
We bridge gaps, connecting entrepreneurs with foundations, corporations, organisations, policy makers, and the public sector. In these partnerships, we discover opportunities, secure funding, and access a wealth of resources that amplify our impact.
felt part of a larger community
collaborated with other members
Enable
Through our innovation spaces, programmes, and partnerships, we empower entrepreneurial action on issues that matter to communities.
felt empowered to acquire new skills
accessed enhanced infrastructure support
1.3M+ hours of peer support
Collectively, we’ve learned, grown, and shared our experiences.
We foster collaboration to accelerate inclusive and sustainable innovation at scale.
We deeply value our diverse range of stakeholders, from institutional funds to grassroots initiatives, corporate innovation hubs to sustainability-focused foundations. Each partnership enriches our work and propels us forward on our journey to create positive change.
Through our local, regional, and global programmes and initiatives, we aim to ignite transformation and pave the way for ‘business for good’ to become the new norm.
24K+
participants joined our programmes
133
Trans-local programmes run with 59 Impact Hubs in 42 countries
419
Programmes run through 98 Impact Hubs in 59 countries
58%
Participants are women entrepreneurs
We focus mainly, though not exclusively, on Climate Action and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - and the nexus between them.
Ariful Islam’s Journey: Turning Struggles into Strength
Ariful Islam’s Journey: Turning Struggles into Strength
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From Losing Everything to Building Something New: Baki Billah’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal
From Losing Everything to Building Something New: Baki Billah’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal
Life in Dhaka was not what MD. Baki Billah had envisioned. Working at a specs shop provided him with a stable income, enough to support his family, but it was far from his dream. Still, it was something he could rely on—until one day, it was not. When the shop owner sold the business, Baki found himself lost in the fast-paced chaos of the…
Samina Khatun’s Journey: From a Small Loan to a Thriving Dairy Business
Samina Khatun’s Journey: From a Small Loan to a Thriving Dairy Business
In the quiet village of Madla in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj, Samina Khatun’s story stands out as a testament to perseverance and ambition. A few years ago, Samina’s life was far from where it is today. What began as a small operation delivering milk to her neighbors has since transformed into a successful dairy farm, bringing in 50,000 to 60,000 taka…
With the right tools, resources, and access to capital, our impact entrepreneurs and enterprises have achieved remarkable growth of impact and scale.
When reimagining the future, access to resources and opportunities for entrepreneurs forging that future is instrumental.
More so, their work is about creating jobs, nurturing healthy ventures, and supporting vibrant economies. As we advance towards a regenerative future, ensuring that impactful projects and startups have the resources they need isn’t just important; it’s vital for our collective progress.
By building better businesses, we create new opportunities for a better future.
Pioneering change through policy and action
Impact Hub’s policy approach emphasises a strategic collaboration with the public sector to drive social and environmental transformation. Advocating for supportive regulatory frameworks and inclusive economic initiatives, we work to mainstream impactful solutions. By convening diverse stakeholders, providing research insights, and co-creating tailored programmes, we shape policies that address complex global challenges and promote impact entrepreneurship.
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Thank you to all the Impact Makers who have made this journey possible.
Let’s keep going. The time is now. The way together!