The Social Impact Landscape for Business: Planning for 2026
This paper explores how businesses can navigate an increasingly complex and polarised social impact landscape as they plan for 2026. Drawing on insights from practitioners across regions and sectors, it argues that social impact is no longer a peripheral concern but a core driver of resilience, risk management, and long-term value creation. Against a backdrop of political scrutiny, funding constraints, and rapid technological change, the paper offers practical guidance on reframing impact in business-relevant terms, building trust, and moving from fragmented initiatives to integrated performance.
