Social Impact, Inc.

12/10/2024

Thanks to Social Impact, Inc. for being the Coffee Break Sponsor at PSC's Development Conference!

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Social Impact! Today, we celebrate the birth of American Independence and 248 years of opportunity toward building a more perfect Union.

06/24/2024

We are !

Learn more about our current opportunities and apply using the links below:
- Team Leader; MCC Solomon Islands Threshold Program Evaluation: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=39&rid=4895
- Nutrition and Food Security Expert; USAID Zimbabwe: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=39&rid=4922
- Chief of Party, USAID PLR/PAD: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=39&rid=4932

Join the Social Impact team! Explore other job openings: https://socialimpact.com/work-with-us/

06/19/2024

Juneteenth is a celebration of resilience and freedom, marking the end of slavery in the United States and the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. It is also a time to reflect on our history and unite for progress, justice, and equity.

As an organization, we remain steadfast in our commitment to dismantling systemic racism and pursuing equality and justice for all. We are dedicated to upholding these values by fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Learn more about our journey and commitment:

On January 1, 1863, after nearly 250 years, enslaved Black Americans in Confederate States were declared legally free following the ratification of President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. The night before, on December 31, many who were enslaved sat in waiting for news of their future. This ...

06/13/2024

Over the past year, we have taken significant steps to prioritize localization, resulting in three "Smart Rules" and a comprehensive localization "Menu of Services."

Read our final blog in the "Localization in Focus" series about Social Impact's journey and the lessons learned to guide funders, peers, and partners toward effective localization:

This blog is part six of a six-part series on localization. Localization is a power-shifting process, where power is shifted to local actors to address development challenges. In this series, Social Impact unpacks its own experiences with localization and provides lessons learned for funders, peers,

06/03/2024

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the vibrant and resilient LGBTQI+ community and recognize the progress of achieving equal justice, rights, and opportunities.

While Pride is a time of joy and love, it's also a moment to honor the courageous origins of this movement. This year, we commemorate the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal event in the fight for LGBTQI+ rights.

At Social Impact, we are deeply committed to promoting inclusivity and equity. This hashtag , and every month, SI stands in solidarity with the LGBTQI+ community. Together, we’re creating a more inclusive and supportive world.

Read more about our efforts and how we're contributing here:

Pride Month celebrates and uplifts members of the LGBTQI+ community, often evoking images of positivity, celebration, and love. While this rings true, it’s equally important to also recognize the somber origins of Pride and the continued plight of the q***r liberation movement. Pride month itself ...

05/30/2024

To close out the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, read our latest blog where Laura Kim discusses the vital role of data in advancing DEI initiatives. Despite progress, BIPOC staff remain underrepresented in leadership, while Asians are overrepresented in the global development workforce, risking their challenges being overlooked.

Explore the complexities within the Asian community and the need for disaggregated data to understand and address diverse experiences among different Asian subgroups:

This is the fifth blog of our 12-month series on deep dives into BRIDGE 2.0. Check out our previous blogs on what we learned and actions organizations can take to advance equity and inclusion. Benchmarking Race, Inclusion, and Diversity in Global Engagement (BRIDGE) is an institutional survey that

05/27/2024

Social Impact remembers and honors those who served and keeps those who continue to serve in our thoughts.

We're wishing everyone a safe and restful Memorial Day.

05/16/2024

Dive into our latest blog unveiling SI's Localization Smart Rules!

From scoping services and tasks to maintaining local system awareness, these principles are changing the way we work with funders like USAID.

Read insights from SI’s Monalisa Salib and USAID's David Jacobstein as they discuss the significance of these rules and their potential impact on development work. Plus, learn how to apply the Smart Rules in your organization to drive positive transformation.

Read the full blog here:

This blog is part five of a six-part series on localization. Localization is a power-shifting process, where power is shifted to local actors to address development challenges. Over this series, Social Impact unpacks its own experiences on localization to shed light on our process and provide lesson

04/30/2024

Learn more on how to weave DEI into recruitment, retention, and advancement practices to foster an inclusive workplace by reading our latest blog.

Discover the best practices here:

This is the fourth blog of our 12-month series on deep dives into BRIDGE 2.0. Check out our previous blogs on what we learned and actions organizations can take to advance equity and inclusion. Benchmarking Race, Inclusion, and Diversity in Global Engagement (BRIDGE) is an institutional survey that

04/26/2024

We're at the SID Annual Conference today!

Stop by table T23 to chat with Erin and Laura. Discover SI's impactful projects and explore our current opportunities. See you there!

Check out event details here: https://www.sidusconference.org/agenda.html

04/25/2024

Find out how effective facilitation can break down barriers and drive progress in humanitarian and development initiatives.

Authored by Monalisa Salib, our latest blog provides seven key takeaways for improving your organization's facilitation and facilitators' success:

This blog is part four of a six-part series on localization. Localization is a power-shifting process, where power is shifted to local actors to address development challenges. Over this series, Social Impact unpacks its own experiences on localization to shed light on our process and provide lesson

04/22/2024

On this , let's reflect on the power of strong designs in protecting our environment! In 2020, Social Impact's USAID Learns supported USAID Vietnam in translating the Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) into impactful programming to reduce pollution.

Let's embrace collective action approach for a greener future today and every day:

As we commemorate World Earth Day, it is important to remember that effective interventions to protect the environment start with strong designs. In 2020, Social Impact’s USAID Learns provided a full range of design support services to USAID Vietnam, resulting in the Reducing Pollution Notice of F...

04/19/2024

Yesterday Social Impact attended and shared our contributions toward advancing development effectiveness. Thank you
Professional Services Council for hosting.

04/17/2024

Social Impact recently participated in the African Evaluation Association (AfrEA) Conference and joined thousands of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning practitioners to continue to grow and shape practices in the African context.

Read about our team's contributions and reflections from Dala T. Korkoyah, Jr., Gloria Minja, and Lukas Barake in our latest blog:

Every other year, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) practitioners from across Africa come together at the African Evaluation Association (AfrEA) Conference to continue to grow and shape practices, especially around what MEL means in the African context. This year’s conference, held during...

04/10/2024

Social Impact continues its work with DAI Global on Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM) to conduct an endline evaluation of the USAID Zambia Community Forests Program (CFP). We recently completed enumerator training with the data collection team at RuralNet in Zambia and are excited to launch!

Implemented between 2014 and 2019, CFP aimed to establish the largest Reduce Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) program in Zambia, covering more than 1 million hectares of forests. The endline evaluation will facilitate learning about the long-term impacts of reducing deforestation and carbon sequestration, as well as impacts on livelihoods, land tenure, and overall well-being of communities.

04/07/2024

This World Health Day, read our latest blog discussing the importance of Routine Immunization (RI) and achieving universal health coverage. Learn how we're partnering with the Gates Foundation to strengthen RI programs for children in Nigeria & Ethiopia:

Introduction April 7 is World Health Day and this year’s theme is calling attention to the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services. Achieving United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goal 3 - Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages by 20

04/03/2024

Our latest blog, authored by Ellen Bomasang and Carley Clontz, delves into the findings of the BRIDGE 2.0 survey, shedding light on gender and racial disparities, as well as the strides made and challenges encountered in closing the gap within the international development sector.

Dive into actionable recommendations for fostering inclusion and driving meaningful change within our organizations:

The ecosystem of international development is vast and complex, not unlike the global development and humanitarian challenges it is attempting to address. Although women have faced significant barriers in reaching leadership ranks in any sector in the United States, we do see significant achievement...