The Sustainability Recession Is Ending — Smart CSR Leaders Are Already Building What Comes Next

In Uganda, plastic waste is a mounting challenge — but for Ecomak Recyclers, it’s also a powerful opportunity. This trailblazing social enterprise transforms plastic waste into durable, eco-friendly construction materials, like bricks, pavers, and roofing tiles. But even a brilliant solution needs support to scale.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is undergoing a transformation. Once defined by philanthropy and compliance, it now plays a central role in shaping core business strategy. As ESG has become politicized, CSR leaders are being asked to deliver tangible, measurable impact that aligns with both business

When Maggie Ramaiah, a Vice President at SAP, first came across the opportunity to volunteer her skills with a social enterprise through the MovingWorlds platform, she didn’t hesitate. “I’ve always been a big believer in sharing my knowledge, expertise, and skills with whoever it can

At Africa Agility, the mission is clear: empower young African women to thrive in the tech industry through mentorship, upskilling, and real-world experience. But when it came to preparing mentees for the complex communication and product thinking challenges they’d face in the workplace, the team

All around the world, people are stepping up. Social entrepreneurs are building new models. Professionals are contributing their skills for the greater good. Companies are aligning business with purpose. More and more people feel the urgency to make a difference — but don’t always know

In a live masterclass hosted by MovingWorlds, marketing legend and systems thinker Seth Godin joined us to coach two social entrepreneurs from our global network: Anish Malpani of Without by Ashaya, and Sasibai Kimis Steenland of Earth Heir. They bravely brought their biggest strategic challenges

At EldoHub, a Kenya-based innovation hub focused on empowering youth and women through technology, the challenge of scaling impact was clear:  “We had the passion, the programs, and the community,” explains Margaret Yebei, EldoHub’s Head of Partnerships and Program Operations. “But we needed support to

When Rohit, a Senior Software Architect at SAP, first heard about the opportunity to volunteer his skills through his company, he wasn’t sure it was for him. “Being a software developer, I was never so keen to clean lakes, streets, or teach in schools as

Social innovations often fail not because the ideas are bad—but because they ask too much of real people. If we want to close the gap between good intentions and action, we have to design our programs with human behavior in mind. Which, according to Dan

Corporate volunteering isn’t broken—but the way we design for it often is. If you’ve ever launched a skills-based volunteering program and wondered why engagement plateaued after the first email blast, here’s a not-so-shocking truth: your employees aren’t all the same. Your employees have different motivations,

In a time when many corporate social responsibility programs are stalled, underfunded, or performative, a select few are thriving—and reshaping what’s possible. Earlier this year, we published a post about the 8 most common traps corporate social impact leaders fall into. At the top of

How to stop checking boxes and start building the programs your company—and the world—really needs.

Despite their best intentions, corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs start with good intentions — but far too many disappear within a few years. According to Harvard Business School: 📉 77% of CSR programs are not aligned with business goals ❌ Over 60% fail to achieve

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At MovingWorlds, we see the ripple effects that occur when people volunteer their skills. Our platform connects corporate professionals with social innovators in need of business support—and in doing so, it catalyzes change in every direction: for communities, for companies, and for the people who

Even in uncertain times, one powerful CSR strategy gaining traction is skills-based volunteering (SBV) – programs that enable employees to volunteer their professional skills to nonprofits and community initiatives. Unlike public political stances or polarizing ad campaigns, SBV programs are widely accepted and apolitical. They

If you’re a CSR leader at a global company right now, you’re probably feeling two things at once: The tension is real. You want to launch meaningful programs, but you’re navigating budget scrutiny, legal caution, and employee burnout. You want to inspire your colleagues to

2025 is a complex year. CSR leaders are under pressure to demonstrate impact, reduce risk, and manage programs that are both purpose-driven and politically neutral. At the same time, there’s a growing awareness that employees are craving more than just a paycheck—they’re looking for meaning.

Virtual skills-based volunteering (SBV) – where professionals contribute their expertise to mission-driven organizations – is transforming how support is delivered to social innovators worldwide. Since the pandemic, virtual SBV has surged, unlocking new possibilities for social enterprises to tap into global talent regardless of geography.

Skills-based volunteering (SBV) – where employees donate their professional skills to impact organizations – is rapidly growing as a corporate citizenship strategy​. A strong business case underpins this growth: studies worldwide show that SBV drives tangible ROI through improved employee retention, higher performance, and stronger