Social enterprise and impact investing events in 2025

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4-5 September 

Social Outcomes Conference 2025 (SOC25)

What: Organised by the Government Outcomes Lab, the event will bring together leading researchers, policymakers and practitioners working to improve social outcomes. Discussions will explore the latest research and look at emerging practice across different geographies, disciplines and policy areas.

Who: Researchers, policymakers, impact investors and businesses, other people involved in the field of social outcomes. 

Where: In-person in Oxford and online.

Tickets: Free online Zoom tickets and in-person tickets starting at £70 here.

 

9-11 September 

AVPN Global Conference 2025

What: The annual gathering of AVPN’s network of Asian impact investors, hosted in partnership with the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Attendees can expect talks, networking opportunities and cultural experiences. Pioneers Post will be reporting upon the event.

Who: Impact investors, philanthropists, and the social impact investing community.

Where: Hong Kong.

Tickets: Start at US$985 here.

 

10-12 September 

Ashoka Fellows Summit

What: A gathering of Ashoka’s social entrepreneurs under the theme ‘celebrating Africa’s leading social entrepreneurs and charting the future of Africa’.

Who: Ashoka fellows, investors, funders, Ashoka support network members, media, government, INGOs and researchers.

Where: Kenya.

Tickets: Available through the event website.

 

19-20 September

International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ICSEI)

What: Academic and practitioner-focused conference on social innovation, organised by The International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ICSEI).

Who: Academics, practitioners and policymakers.

Where: York University, Toronto, Canada.

Tickets: Start from US$200. Available here.

 

25-26 September 

International Conference on Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ICSEI)

What: Conference focused on bringing academics and practitioners from around the world together to discuss emerging research, global challenges and technological developments. Distinct from the conference listed above, this one is organised by The International Academic Research Forum (IARF).

Who: Academics, practitioners, entrepreneurs, technologists and policymakers.

Where: Dublin, Ireland.

Tickets: Online and in-person starting from US$235. Register here.

 

30 September - 2 October 2025

ANDE’s Global Annual Conference 2025: Building Tomorrow’s Ecosystems

What: Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs’ annual conference. An opportunity to build relationships and strategies to drive sustainable development and address the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurship.

Who: Thought leaders, corporates, policymakers, innovators and change-makers in entrepreneurship and economic development.

Where: Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Tickets: Places are limited; register starting at US$975 here.

 

1-2 October 

Partners for a New Economy Annual Gathering 2025

What: Speakers, panels and participatory workshops addressing the theme: 'New Economies: Hope in a Time of Collapse'.

Who: People committed to economic systems change in service of people and nature.

Where: Lyon, France.

Tickets: Sold out. Join the waiting list through the event website. 

 

2 October 

FEBEA Annual Conference 2025: The Next Chapter of Ethical Finance

What: Organised by FEBEA, the European Federation of Ethical and Alternative Banks and Financiers. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops and more the event aims to cover the challenges and opportunities faced by ethical finance actors with respect to the changing social and political context.

Who: Ethical finance and social economy professionals.

Where: Thun, Switzerland.

Tickets: Available through the event website. 

 

7-9 October 

GIIN Impact Forum

What: A global impact investing event including keynote speakers, panel discussions and interactive sessions. Organisers the Global Impact Investing Network anticipate more than 1,600 impact investors will attend. 

Who: Impact investors from a range of financial institutions, including pensions, venture capital funds, government agencies and NGOs.

Where: Berlin, Germany.

Tickets: Available through the event website. 

 

8 October 

The Road to Impact

What: Organised by SpainNAB, the country’s National Advisory Board for Impact Investment, this is the sixth edition of this annual event. SpainNAB says the event will offer opportunities to reflect, learn, and build valuable connections that will drive change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. 

Who: Impact investors and stakeholders in Spain’s impact economy.

Where: Madrid, Spain.

Tickets: Available through the event website. 

 

8 October 

Corporate Charity Partnerships Conference

What:  A one-day conference and networking event which aims to explore innovations in corporate-charity partnerships, ESG, CSR and social impact through keynote speeches, panels and workshops. 

Who: Corporate and charity leaders.

Where: London, UK.

Tickets: Available through the event website. 

 

9-10 October 2025

The Institute for Social Value (ISV) 2025 Annual Conference

What: The conference is organised by the Institute for Social Value (formerly Social Value UK) which provides tools, training and events to support organisations to become more purpose-led. The event will feature panels, debates and roundtable discussions to enable attendees to connect and share best practice. This year’s theme, Fairer Systems, Stronger Voices, will focus on lived experience, shared leadership, and value beyond profit. 

Who: Senior professionals and key decision makers across a wide range of industries – including construction, technology, energy, housing, charities and more – who work in or alongside social value.

Where: Birmingham, UK (day 1) and online (day 2)

Tickets: Hybrid tickets for the two days are available for £239 (early bird until 17 August)/£469 (full price) for non-members. More info and rates here.

 

11-14 October 2025

The Hellenic Impact Investing Conference and Impact Weekend

What: “The largest Impact Event in Southeast Europe” according to the organisers, the Hellenic Impact Investing Network, Greece’s network of impact investors and GSG Impact national partner. The conference aims to grow impact investing in Greece and bring global knowledge to the country. Expect panels, workshops and roundtables, exploring how impact investing can foster inclusive growth, tackle inequality, promote access to education and healthcare, and support job creation in emerging sustainable industries. The conference will be preceded by an “Impact Weekend” of side events and workshops in Athens.

Who: Local and international investment professionals, government officials, international experts, global organisations, impact investors, fund managers and DFIs.

Where: Athens, Greece

Tickets: More information on the conference’s website.

 

13-15 October 2025

GAIL Annual Summit

What: The Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers (GAIL) Annual Summit will highlight groundbreaking legal work from around the world, aiming to foster collaboration, innovation and thought leadership.

Who: Open to members and non-members.

Where: Mexico City, Mexico.

Tickets: Early bird tickets available from US$75.05 through the event website.

 

14-17 October 2025

Global Donut Days

What: International festival celebrating donut economics, organised by the Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL). 

Who: Any local group, network or organisation following the DEAL principles and guidelines can organise events.

Where: Online and in-person around the world. Find out more through the DEAL website.

 

14-17 October 2025

The International Fundraising Congress

What: Organised by the Resource Alliance, the event promises speeches, masterclasses and workshops to explore a range of topics, from motivating Gen Z donors, to protecting your team from compassion fatigue to transforming nonprofit problem-solving. 

Who: Corporate and charity leaders.

Where: Noordwijkerhout, the Netherlands and online.

Tickets: Available from £2,300 through the event website.

 

21 October

The Gap in Between Annual Summit

What: An event that brings together a diverse range of actors to tackle the most pressing social and environmental challenges. Expect panel discussions, networking and startup exhibitions. Last year’s event attracted 1,000 attendees from 43 countries.

Who: Entrepreneurs, corporates, investors, policy makers and members of civil society and academia who seek to create systemic change.

Where: Valencia, Spain.

Tickets: Register here.

 

27-31 October 

Social Enterprise World Forum and SEWF Week 2025

What: The forum (29-30 October) is the world’s biggest gathering for the social enterprise community, providing an opportunity for entrepreneurs, innovators and changemakers from around the world to learn from each other, connect and get inspired. SEWF 2025 Week (27-31 October) will include social enterprise tours in Taipei and other locations, Fringe Day and evening activities.

Who: Open to all.

Where: Taipei, Taiwan; online and at Community Hubs (locations to be announced).

Tickets: Super Early Bird tickets are now available here, NT$4,500 (US$140) for in-person attendance and NT$585 (US$18) for an online pass.

 

27-29 October

SOCAP25

What: SOCAP (Social Capital Markets) convenes a diverse group of impact investors, social entrepreneurs, philanthropists, business leaders and innovators to accelerate progress in addressing the world’s toughest challenges through market-based solutions. The conference features keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities aimed at fostering impactful collaborations.

Who: Impact investors, social entrepreneurs, philanthropists, business leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders committed to social and environmental impact.

Where: San Francisco, California, USA.

Tickets: Are available at US$1,799, visit the SOCAP25 ticket page to purchase here.

 

30 October

ImpactFest 2025

What: The annual international event, celebrating its 10th anniversary, brings together people from across the impact sector to connect with investors and collaborate to scale their social and environmental impact. 

Who: Impact entrepreneurs, creatives, investors, policymakers, NGOs and other impact change makers.

Where: The Hague, Netherlands.

Tickets: Available from €69.00 through the event website. 

 

29-31 October

Global Social and Solidarity Economy Forum 2025 (GSEF 2025)

What: The 7th edition of the Global Social and Solidarity Economy Forum (GSEF), a biennial international event that brings together stakeholders from the social and solidarity economy (SSE) ecosystem. The forum aims to share visions and practices to position SSE as a standard for the economy of tomorrow, emphasising the primacy of people and collective projects over capital. Organised by The Global Forum For Social and Solidarity Economy.

Who: Local and national governments, institutions, networks, SSE practitioners and civil society organisations from all continents, with strong French and European involvement.

Where: Bordeaux, France, at the Palais 2 l’Atlantique, with additional events at Hangar 14 in the city centre.

Tickets: More details and registration available on the official event website.

 

31 October - 4 November 

The Rural Social Enterprise Gathering 2025

What: The gathering is an event that will bring together rural social enterprises to engage in networking and discussions about the future of rural social enterprises. Hosted by Sabah Creative Economy and Innovation Centre in partnership with Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF).

Who: Social entrepreneurs, practitioners, innovators, changemakers, funders, investors, students and anyone with an interest in social enterprise.  

Where: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

Tickets: More information and early bird tickets starting at RM$100 here.

 

3-5 November

Future proofing Africa: Driving sustainable investments and innovations for resilient growth

What: The African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) annual conference. The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions and breakout sessions exploring how Africa can harness catalytic capital and scale impactful social enterprises to foster meaningful, lasting development across the continent.

Who: Investors, funders, social entrepreneurs, policymakers and academics. 

Where: Nairobi, Kenya.

Tickets: Early bird tickets available from US$789.87 through the event website.

 

3-5 November

Convergence Blended Finance Forum

What: The 10th anniversary of the forum brings together members of the blended finance community to discuss market trends and share insights with a focus on financial sustainability. Organised by Convergence.

Who: Financial practitioners and institutions active in blended finance, from across public, private and philanthropic sectors.

Where: Washington, DC, USA.

Tickets: Register starting at US$500 here.

 

4-6 November

The Belgian Impact Week 

What: Organised by Impact Finance Belgium, the Belgian Impact Week aims to foster discussions about building resilient economies, global progress and solutions for an equitable future. Participants will also have networking and pitching opportunities.

Who: Impact entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, civil societies and asset owners and managers.

Where: Brussels, Belgium.

Tickets: Early Bird tickets available starting at €125 here. 

 

3-7 November

10th EMES International Research Conference on Social Enterprise

What: Research-focused conference hosted across two cities to advance the field of social enterprise studies, organised by EMES.

Who: Researchers, academics, and social enterprise practitioners.

Where: Rotterdam and Utrecht, Netherlands, in person.

Tickets: Early bird rates from €300 available here.

 

5 November

Earthshot Prize Awards

What: Award ceremony for the annual global environmental award, taking place for the first time in Latin America, prior to Brazil hosting COP30 in Belém.

Who: International leaders, innovators, scientists, philanthropists, and civil society representatives.

Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Tickets: Not yet available.

 

10-21 November

2025 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30)

What: The 30th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This conference will bring together global leaders, policymakers, scientists and stakeholders to negotiate and advance international climate action, building upon the commitments of the Paris Agreement.

Who: Representatives from UNFCCC member countries, including government officials, climate experts, non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders dedicated to addressing climate change.

Where: Belém, Pará, Brazil.

Tickets: Participation typically requires accreditation through the UNFCCC. Details on registration and observer status will be provided on the official UNFCCC website.

 

18 November

The Future of Social Impact Summit

What: A one-day, in-person event for people across sectors  to explore how to create meaningful, measurable change in their work, their organisations and the communities they serve.

Who: Charity, funder, social enterprise and public service professionals.

Where: London, UK.

Tickets: Available from £150 – £200 through Eventbrite.

 

19-20 November 2025

Impact Week 2025

What: Impact Week 2025 is organised by Europe’s impact investing network, Impact Europe, bringing together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss and promote impact-driven initiatives across the continent. The event aims to foster collaboration, share best practices and drive the impact agenda forward through workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

Who: Impact investors, social entrepreneurs, policymakers, corporate leaders, foundations, and other stakeholders committed to creating positive social and environmental impact across Europe.

Where: Malmö, Sweden.

Tickets: Registration details and ticket information will be announced closer to the event date. Interested participants can sign up for updates on the official Impact Europe website.

 

26-27 November

Impact Festival 2025

What: Focusing on sustainable innovation, this event features keynotes, expert talks, panel discussions and networking opportunities focused on driving the green transformation. Organised by Neosfer.

Who: Impact entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, policymakers and other stakeholders committed to sustainability and innovation.

Where: Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Tickets: Start at €179 and are available on the Impact Festival website. 

 

27-28 November

Annual Africa ESG, Impact Investing & Sustainable Finance Summit

What: This event aims to bring together local, continental and global thought leaders, experts to address issues related to ESG, impact investing, sustainable finance and climate change.

Who: Policy makers, institutional investors, researchers, impact investors, financial institutions, philanthropists, activists, DFI’s, governments, private sector and NGOs.

Where: Nairobi, Kenya.

Tickets: Available from R5950,00 through the event website. 

 

11 February 2026

Beacon Forum

What: Event exploring impact-led finance. Organisers think tank NPC aim to break down silos between philanthropy and impact-led finance and find ways to release funding for people, planet and an equitable economic future..

Who: Philanthropists, impact investors, philanthropy sector leaders, sustainable finance professionals, charity leaders, policy makers, academics, think tanks, regulators and the media.

Where: London, UK.

Tickets: Request an invitation through the event website. 

 

30 March-1 April 2026

ChangeNOW Summit

What: An annual global event focused on sustainability and positive impact, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, investors. ChangeNOW Summit organisers promise the event will be attended by 40,000 attendees, 1,200 investors and 1,000 journalists. Submissions to pitch, exhibit, organise a workshop or recruit at the Summit job fair are now open.

Who: Social entrepreneurs, investors, activists, scientists, policymakers, academics and business people.

Where: Paris, France.

Tickets: Super early bird tickets available from €269 through the event website.

 

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