We Make Change

Harnessing Corporate Power for Community Impact with Jack McMahon 🌍 In today's evolving corporate landscape, community engagement is no longer just a "nice-to-have"—it's a vital component of business strategy. Leading this charge at PA Consulting is Jack McMahon, whose dual roles as Global Head of Communities and Director of the PA Foundation exemplify how companies and their employees can drive real social impact 🙌 Jack's leadership reflects a growing trend in the corporate world: companies align their core values with those of their employees to not only retain talent but also make a difference in the communities they serve. “It’s about aligning company values with those of employees, empowering them to give back in meaningful ways” 🌟 Discover how Jack is redefining corporate engagement—moving beyond traditional CSR to mobilise talent, elevate communities, and create a ripple effect of purpose-driven growth. 👉 Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/g2aeB6Fw Transforming communities through purpose ❤️ #SocialImpact #CorporateResponsibility #ChangeLeaders #WeMakeChange #csr #esg #impact #sustainability #volunteering

🚀 Volunteer virtually, impact globally 🚀 Support these impact startups from your home! 🙌 🇰🇪 Abetec Hub-Cisco Networking Academy offers low-cost access to relevant tools and a mentor network aimed at fostering professional growth and addressing the skill gap crisis. 🇹🇳 Chrysoptera develops software to optimise renewable energy, accelerate eco-friendly product development, and empower communities through education and partnerships. 🇬🇧 GetZero is an EdTech platform for young people 13-25 to develop green skills and be matched to green jobs and training. 🇰🇪 Kingdom Leadership Group helps the youth to discover and unlock their leadership potential so they can fulfill their destiny. 🇺🇸 Money Matters Org educates and empowers youth with the knowledge and skills necessary to reach financial independence. 🇨🇭 PeakWell is a corporate health platform designed for employees who are returning to work after a longer period of sick leave. 🇬🇧 Stoke Newington Music School CIC tackles social challenges faced by those overlooked by traditional music education. 🇳🇬 Westplain Charity Foundation empowers vulnerable groups, especially single mothers, young girls, and youth in Nigeria and Africa. Support these impact startups and make a difference! 💪 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYNdFRyD Support causes, all from your screen 🖥️ #volunteering #volunteer #startups #sdgs #impact #sustainability #impactstartups #volunteeropportunities #remotevolunteering

Humanity-Centric Innovation with Pete Dulcamara 🙌 Pete Dulcamara, former Chief Scientist at Kimberly-Clark and Founder of Pete Dulcamara & Associates, envisions driving change through "humanity-centric innovation", a strategy that blends business success with real, measurable social impact - creating solutions that improve people's lives while remaining economically viable 💡 He shared his vision of reshaping corporate priorities to align with the well-being of humanity by developing innovative business models and utilising exponential technologies such as AI and robotics to make these solutions economically viable 🚀 He also highlights the unique role corporations play in lifting up entire communities, not just a select few: “Charities are crucial, but businesses have the scalability to lift everyone, not just those at the top.” 🌟 Discover how Pete’s vision is a call to reimagine innovation for a better world 🌎 👉 Read the interview: https://lnkd.in/gsYU-KJe Transforming business to transform lives ❤️ #SocialImpact #CorporateResponsibility #ChangeLeaders #WeMakeChange #csr #esg #impact #sustainability

Impact Founders fighting for a Greener Future!🌍 Through innovative solutions, these leaders are tackling some of our biggest environmental challenges! 🇺🇸 Eco-Stylist is a go-to resource to find and shop sustainable clothing brands. 🇨🇦 Innovhh uses innovative clean technology to reduce air pollution and water waste. 🇹🇳 MONSAPO are producing an AI driven machine, SapoCircle, that produces natural cleaning products from used cooking oil. 🇺🇸 Village Solar creates jobs for rural marginalised women in off-grid, last-mile communities of Malawi through the distribution of clean energy products to low-income consumers. Let's make a greener and more sustainable future for everyone 🌿 #volunteering #volunteer #startups #sdgs #impact #sustainability #impactstartups #volunteeropportunities #remotevolunteering

Going Beyond Philanthropy with Natasha Kwakwa 🌎 In our first ChangeLeaders interview with corporate impact leaders, Natasha Kwakwa, Global Head of Community Impact at Standard Chartered, shares how the bank’s commitment to creating meaningful social change goes beyond traditional philanthropy. From their flagship Futuremakers initiative empowering underserved youth to leveraging every part of the business to tackle global challenges, Natasha shows how "Philanthropy isn’t just about writing cheques anymore—it’s about leveraging every part of your business to drive impact" 🙌 Explore Natasha's insights on integrating purpose into business, her journey across international development, and why corporate impact is more powerful when aligned with business goals ⭐️ 👉 Read the interview: https://lnkd.in/eJW3uKzk Discover how Standard Chartered is working to reshape corporate responsibility for a more inclusive and sustainable future 👏 #SocialImpact #CorporateResponsibility #Futuremakers #ChangeLeaders #WeMakeChange #csr #esg

🚀 IMPACT STARTS HERE! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new website, making it easier for you to start your ChangeMaking journey! 💪 Whether you’re an individual looking to contribute your skills, a team ready to give back, or an impact startup seeking support, you can make impact wherever you are 🌎 Become a ChangeMaker today to start your impact journey 🙌 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYNdFRyD Together, we can create a brighter future! 🌟 #Impact #volunteering #SDGs #startups #socialimpact #globalgoals #remotevolunteering

Join us in celebrating United Nations Day! 🌍 Today, we emphasise the power of unity and the promise of a better future for all. Let’s work together to make the world a better place! 🇩🇰 Actitude connects companies and NGOs to their community, and help connect volunteers to a sense of purpose. 🇵🇸 BuildPalestine is a centralized platform connecting supporters around the world with social enterprises in Palestine. 🇮🇪 Earth First Food Ventures invests in entrepreneurs in the Alternative Protein space at the venture level and helping them scale through international partnerships and global capital sources. 🇬🇭 GRAY Network advocates for the meaningful partnership in all policies and programs relating to sexual and reproductive health and right, violence, education. 🇺🇸 Red de Impacto LATAM is a network of impact entrepreneurship support organisations collaborating for the socio-economic and environmental regeneration of Latin America. 🇬🇭 Social Enterprise Ghana promotes social entrepreneurship to local and global partners for collaborations necessary for developing mutually beneficial projects for shared prosperity in the communities we work in. 🇨🇭 SolarButterfly is on a mission to stop climate change by promoting and connecting climate pioneers across the world and making a giant climate solution library available. 🇺🇸 The Loose Woman's Sanctuary is a resource and referral network as well as a provider of specialized services that empower women. 🇺🇸 The People's Center for Environment and Culture is a community-driven research and capacity-building organization that leverages grassroots expertise and institutional partnerships to address environmental and cultural challenges in a collaborative and impactful way. 🇮🇪 YourY Network | Social Entrepreneurs Network is building a global community for social entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate through global online networking events. Support these impact startups and make a difference! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_9pyBBc Together we can achieve the Global Goals 🌍 #UNDayVolunteers #unitednationsday #unitednations #remotevolunteering #volunteering #globalgoals #SDGs

Welcoming Réginald Bien-Aimé to We Make Change! 👋 Réginald will play an important role in supporting the growth of our impact startup community and Change Day delivery; ensuring startups get the skilled support they need, while corporate volunteers have an incredible impact experience ⭐️ He brings a wealth of community building experience to the team, having spent the last 10+ years supporting, advising, coaching, challenging and allowing innovators and entrepreneurs to express themselves 🚀 "I’m ecstatic to join We Make Change and help the company thrive at delivering impact on a global scale. After 10+ years of journeying through the startup ecosystem, I needed a new challenge in my life. We Make Change delivers by allowing my skillset to be used in service of a purpose-driven company, whose vision aligns perfectly with my values. Onward and upward!" Let's give a warm welcome to Réginald 🙌 #WeMakeChange #Impact #MakingChange #sdgs #csr #startups

🚀 Making a difference from anywhere! Use your skills to support these impact startups! 🚀 🇹🇿 Better Career is on a mission is to connect emerging talents with early-stage startups, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship. 🇨🇭 Carbon Verity provides companies with a platform for reputable carbon offset issuers and companies willing to meet their sustainability, net-zero goals. 🇳🇱 Eat Hybrids combines mouthwatering meat taste and plant-based health benefits. 🇺🇸 Electus Global Education Co, Inc. is on a mission to launch a million happy futures, through impactful innovation. 🇪🇸 Inspirience Viajes Sostenibles aims to develop a better type of tourism, one that is less selfish and extractive, and more 🇬🇧 Jabalie is a UK charity working internationally with survivors and individuals that are at high risk of gender-based violence. 🇳🇬 NexusData Intelligence is a HealthTech company focused on revolutionizing the healthcare industry by harnessing the power of data and Artificial Intelligence. 🇺🇸 The People's Center for Environment and Culture is a community-driven research and capacity-building organization that addresses environmental and cultural challenges in a collaborative and impactful way. Support these impact startups and make a difference! 💪 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_9pyBBc Solving global challenges from home! 🙌 #volunteering #volunteer #startups #sdgs #impact #sustainability #impactstartups #volunteeropportunities #remotevolunteering

🙌 How CSR Positively Impacts Employee Retention 🙌 In today’s workplace, employees are looking for more than just a paycheck—they want to feel that their work has meaning 🌟 Purpose-driven CSR programmes not only attract top talent, they also keep employees engaged and loyal 🤝 They give employees a sense of fulfillment beyond their daily tasks, allowing them to contribute to a cause bigger than themselves, and as a result feel more motivated to perform at a higher level 🔥 Work with a purpose, and empower employees to give their best! 💪 #CSR #EmployeeRetention #Employee #RemoteVolunteering #GlobalGoals #SDGs #CorporateVolunteering