Center for Social Impact: Impact 500 Organizations

Find the world's leading impact organizations and initiatives committed to transforming education for human flourishing

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SONNE- International

International
International Organization
Education for Sustainable Development

As a non-profit aid organization, SONNE-International supports disadvantaged children and young people, primarily through education and training projects, income-generating projects and basic medical care. Their focus countries are Ethiopia, Bangladesh, India and Myanmar. They have had the Austrian seal of approval for donations since 2005, and donations have been tax deductible since 2009.

Headquarters:
Wien, Vienna

Teach a Man to Fish

International
International Organization
Education for Sustainable Development

Teach A Man to Fish aims to empower young people with the skills needed to succeed in school, work, and life. They do so by equipping educators with the skillsrequired to aid the youth via practical activities and youth-led businesses.

Headquarters:
London

The Latin American Council of Management Schools

International
International Organization
Education for Sustainable Development

The Latin American Council of Management Schools – CLADEA is an international organization that reunites both higher education institutions and international organizations committed to the teaching and research of management.

Headquarters:
Santiago de Surco

The Learning Teacher Network

International
International Organization
Transformative Education Initiatives

The Learning Teacher Network (LTN), works with teachers and educators around the world to promote a vision of education as a means of creating and maintaining a sustainable world.

Headquarters:
Karlstad

UNAOC

International
International Organization
Transformative Education Initiatives

The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) was established in 2005, as the political initiative of Mr. Kofi Annan, former UN Secretary-General and co-sponsored by the Governments of Spain and Turkey. Each year, the High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations prepares an Annual Report which highlights the main activities that were carried out pointing to progress made in that year. These reports provide additional information and addenda to the Implementation Plans.

Headquarters:
New York

UNESCO APCEIU (Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding)

International
International Organization
Global Citizenship Education

In 1947, the UN General Assembly established the UN Temporary Commission on Korea (UNTCOK) to support the birth of the Republic of Korea. When the Korean War broke out in June 1950, the United Nations Command (UNC) was launched to restore peace and security on the Korean Peninsula.One of the pioneers in promoting Global Citizenship Education and creating responsible Global Citizens. UNROK Works on strengthening local, regional, and national capabilities to solve global issues. It helps other organizations implement SDG 4.7 by conducting programs and conferences.

Headquarters:
Seoul

UNESCO Institiute for Lifelong Learning

International
International Organization
Global Citizenship Education

The UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) is located in Hamburg, Germany, and is one of UNESCO’s seven education Institutes. UIL supports Member States in the field of lifelong learning with a focus on adult and continuing education, literacy and non-formal basic education. It pays special attention to UNESCO’s Global Priority Africa and Global Priority Gender Equality. It has one of the largest libraries in the world within its specialized field and hosts the world’s longest-running journal of comparative education and lifelong learning.

Headquarters:
Hamsburg

UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa

International
International Organization
Global Citizenship Education

A UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa, it aims to strengthen teacher policy and development in Africa. They aim to increase the supply of qualified teachers, as well as enhance teacher support and motivation.

Headquarters:
Addis Ababa

UNICEF

International
International Organization
Transformative Education Initiatives

UNICEF works in the world’s toughest places to reach the most disadvantaged children and adolescents - and to protect the rights of every child, everywhere. Across more than 190 countries and territories, They do whatever it takes to help children survive, thrive, and fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. Before, during, and after humanitarian emergencies, UNICEF is on the ground, bringing lifesaving help and hope to children and families.

Headquarters:
New York

United Nation's Girls' Education Initiative (UNGEI)

International
International Organization
Global Citizenship Education

A partnership that is entirely global and is working towards eradicating gender-based discrimination in education sectors. Harnessing the power of collective action, the UNGEI partnership is on a mission to close the gender gap in education and unlock its transformative power for every girl, everywhere. They champion girls’ rights to quality education in a safe and gender-sensitive learning environment and hold the international community accountable for commitments made to gender equality in and through education.

Headquarters:
Virtual

United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development

International
International Organization
Global Citizenship Education

The United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005-2014) sought to mobilize the world’s educational resources to help create a more sustainable future. The overall goal of the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (DESD) was to integrate the principles, values, and practices of sustainable development into all aspects of education and learning. This educational effort encouraged changes in behavior that created a more sustainable future in terms of environmental integrity, economic viability, and just society for present and future generations.

Headquarters:
Paris

Young Engineers

International
International Organization
Education for Sustainable Development

Young Engineers offers various programs and services which aim to enhance the engineering skills for students aged 4-15 years old for them to meet the demands of the 21st century workforce.

Headquarters:
Yavne