1) Employee Experiences
Transform employee expertise into measurable social impact through inspiring experiences.
Where Business Capability Meets Next-Gen Innovation
We connect the worlds biggest brands with young founders to deliver real-world impact, meaningful employee engagement, and compelling sustainability stories.
UNLOCK YOUTH INNOVATION
“SAP is a proud supporter of Social Shifters. All of the amazing ideas we’ve seen inspired us and motivated us - from driving down significant inequalities that we see to today all the way to addressing the imminent threat of climate change. It is my strong belief that young people aren’t just the changemakers of the future, often they are also changing the world today.”
Alexandra van der Ploeg, SAP, Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility
Your ESG playbook just expired.
In today’s complex and uncertain world, companies face an almost impossible task: deliver more impact, engage employees authentically, and drive measurable results – all with constrained resources and rising expectations.
WE ARE SOCIAL SHIFTERS
Social Shifters is an international charity that operates at the intersection of business capability and youth innovation.
Our mission? To transform how companies drive authentic impact whilst empowering the next generations of changemakers.
> Sustainability ecosystem spanning 150+ countries
> Deep focus on youth-led sustainability solutions
> Delivering impact on multiple ESG priorities
Transform business capability into real-world impact
Three ways to transform your ESG Ambition into Action.
2) Innovation Challenges
Transform multiple sustainability priorities into action through youth-led innovation.
3) Strategic Support
Lead the Social Shift. Transform your ESG strategy and programs, through authentic youth insights, data and perspectives.
1) Impactful
employee experiences
Transform employee passion into measurable impact through connecting their skills with youth-led innovation – igniting engagement, inspiring action, and deepening belonging.
96%Employee Satisfaction
89%Improved pride in workplace
87%Increased volunteering intent
2) Sustainability
innovation challenges
Our award-winning Global Innovation Challenge connects your business capabilities with next-generation talent to solve multiple sustainability priorities through a proven, full service program.
2,840+
Youth-led Solutions.
122
Global Markets Covered.
99%
Program Satisfaction.
“The guidance from the mentors helped us to craft a complete pitch that balances emotion, technical depth, and the viability of the project. This balance is something I hadn’t yet fully mastered, and was a game-changer in how I communicate our mission.”
3) Strategic Partnerships
& Youth Voice
Supercharge your ESG strategy and social impact initiatives through authentic youth engagement, deep data insights, and perspectives that drive real business value.
TrendsStay ahead of shifts in conscious consumerism.
InsightsGet real-time feedback from youth globally.
ActionTurn youth insights into evidence based action.
Since 2022 we have partnered with Amazon to support their global disaster relief efforts; delivering a co-designed the award winning Global Refugee Challenge alongside a highly successful international employee volunteering programme.
848
young people from 90 countries
1,774
employee volunteers
Be Part of the Social Shift
1) Unlock Fresh Innovation
Tap into solutions emerging from tomorrow’s markets.
2) Future-Proof your Team
Engage the next generation of purpose-driven talent.
3) Drive Authentic Change
Create meaningful social impact that powers business growth.
Join Global Leaders in Sustainability
We’re a trusted partner to visionary companies committed to reshaping how business creates real-world impact.
You can also drop us a line at partnership@socialshifters.co