August Social Impact News Roundup: The Green Economy

Women in the Climate Space

Often climate solutions are based on technology like renewables, electric vehicles and carbon removal, with gender and social solutions seen as a softer aspect. But research has found that women are more vulnerable to (and disproportionately impacted by) climate change — which is why it’s so important for them to be included in decision-making spaces. Women-led communities around the world are bringing their might and perspective to come up with their own solutions on the ground to deal with the climate crisis, addressing everything from air pollution to food security to plastic waste in oceans. These communities are also uniquely positioned as collaborators in the design context-specific climate resilience innovations with women at the center (like this one.)

Growing the Buy Social Movement in Europe

Earlier this month, Buy Social Europe B2B launched its social procurement training and mentoring program offering for social entrepreneurs. This includes access to video training materials, checklists, templates, and peer-to-peer mentoring with other social entrepreneurs. In addition, social entrepreneurs can receive pro-bono consulting and mentoring from SAP skilled professionals through a partnership with the TRANSFORM Hub, powered by MovingWorlds. If you’re interested in joining Buy Social Europe’s online training program, and/or the peer-to-peer mentoring program please fill in this form. 

Making the Future of Work Green

India needs to create jobs, and they have to be green. As the government works on job creation, an important focus will be to create new jobs that are climate- and sustainability-focused, and upskill the existing workforce to keep up with the country’s ambitious green transition goals. With almost 80-85 percent of the workforce engaged in the informal sector, it has to approach green jobs differently than in the West. At the heart of such jobs in the informal sector is Just Transition, which means building climate-conscious careers and economic growth in a manner that no one is left behind. Learn more about how India is working to strike that balance here.

Social Impact Job Openings

• Coca-Cola Consolidated is hiring for an Environmental Affairs Specialist (based in Charlotte, NC)
• ERM is hiring for a Consulting Associate, Climate Change (based in Philadelphia, PA)
• Everytown for Gun Safety is hiring for a Digital Campaigns Associate (based in New York, NY)
• Evidence Action is hiring for a Program Manager, Nutrition (based in Washington, D.C.)
• Financing Alliance for Health is hiring for a Director of Partnerships, Resource Mobilization and Advocacy (flexible location)
• Ford Foundation is hiring for a Program Officer (based in New York, NY)
• Global Impact Investing Network is hiring for a Director, Impact Measurement & Management (IMM) Engagement (based in New York, NY)
• HP is hiring for a Sustainable Impact Communications Specialist (based in Palo Alto, CA)
• Leanpath is hiring for an Account Manager (based in Beaverton, OR)
• MCE is hiring for an Investment Analyst – Africa (based in Nairobi, Kenya)
• Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship is hiring for a Program Coordinator (based in Santa Clara, CA)
• Nike is hiring for a Social Community Impact Lead, Future of Youth Sports, EMEA (based in Hilversum, Netherlands)
• Roku is hiring for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program Manager (based in Austin, TX)
• Saahas Zero Waste is hiring for a Graphic Designer & Video Editor (based in Bengaluru, India)
• SAGE is hiring for a Senior Director for Social Enterprise (remote, with preference for NY or NJ)
• Stay in the Game is hiring for a Business Development Representative (remote)
• The Lede Company is hiring for a Social Impact Coordinator (based in New York, NY)
• UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency) is hiring for an Assistant Operations Data Management Officer (based in Kakuma, Kenya)
• Upaya Social Ventures is hiring for a Development Associate (remote within US, Seattle preferred)

Upcoming Events & New Programs

• August 8: Join the TRANSFORM Support Hub for an exclusive workshop, “How to Become Investment Ready” feat. New Ventures’ Lead of Transactional Services, Antonio Gutiérrez Aguayo. Learn more and register here.
• August 14: Join the TRANSFORM Support Hub and Yunus Social Business for an exclusive workshop, “Building Allies & Key Partnerships for B2B Sales” feat. Asthenos Consulting Founder, Jamie Leidelmeyer. Learn more and register here.
• August 22: Join the TRANSFORM Support Hub for an exclusive workshop, “Think Like an Investor” feat. impact investor turned consultant, Eric Maltzer. Learn more and register here.

💸 Are you a social entrepreneur looking for funding opportunities? We have a roundup for that, too – join the TRANSFORM Support Hub (it’s free!) to get a global roundup of funding opportunities delivered to your inbox twice a month. 

Wins from our TRANSFORM Support Hub Network

• 100x Impact Accelerator published an insightful new article, “Founders vs. Funders: How the Two SIdes of the Investing Relationship Can Foster More Effective Collaboration to Maximize Impact at Scale” in NextBillion!
• AgroEnable obtained support from the DOEN Foundation to expand its assistance of farmers and further enhance environmental protection! 
• Anuprerna Artisan Alliance launched its new Apparel, Home, & Accessories collection! 
• Buzz Women was featured in this article, highlighting its work taking financial literacy, climate awareness, and community building to the doorstep of rural women!
• CareNX Innovations won the inaugural AI in Social Impact Award from MIT Solve and HP!
• Ecomak Recyclers Inc. has been nominated for the prestigious Youth Business International (YBI) Awards! If you have a moment, you can help them win by voting for them here.
• Humans in the Loop published its latest social impact report, now available in Arabic, Persian, Ukrainian, and English! Check out the recording from the launch event here.
• Innovest Afrika achieved 501(c)(3) status, marking a pivotal moment in its mission to support African-founded startups!
• Leiho was featured in a video celebrating Virgin StartUp’s 10 Year Anniversary!
• MamaOpe Medicals successfully completed the Royal Academy of Engineering’s International Scale Up Program!
• RReuse was in Strasbourg to attend a series of meetings and events to advocate for a social and circular EU! 
• Saahas Waste Management launched its new SAIM (Sustainable Approach to Integrated Waste Management) project in Goa, revolutionizing the way that Goa handles waste by addressing long standing challenges with community involvement!
• SILab Ukraine published its latest impact report!
• Studio Coppre received the prestigious RISE Artisan Marketing grant to participate in “Shop Object NYC,” a showcase of the very best in home and gift!
• SuperBetter’s collaboration with Phoenix Foundation in Zambia is shortlisted for HundrED’s Spotlight on Wellbeing in Schools!
• Takataka Ni Mali Foundation partnered with Technoserve to launch the Smart Duka Initiative, empowering micro-retailers in Kenya to adopt sustainable cardboard waste management practices! 
• Tamul Plates was featured by ANDE in this impact story!

A Final Bit of Inspiration

“The environment, after all, is where we all meet, where we all have a mutual interest. It is one thing that all of us share. It is not only a mirror of ourselves, but a focusing lens on what we can become.”

Lady Bird Johnson