GLOBAL SOCIAL
INNOVATORS FORUM (GSIF)
Catalyzing Social Impact
GSIF, launched in 2006, is a pioneering platform where global and regional leaders unite to drive positive social innovation and impact, transcending traditional boundaries
between the Private, Public, and People Sectors.
Innovation in Collaboration
Unlike typical conferences, GSIF fosters active engagement by breaking down barriers between speakers and delegates. It's designed to spark collaboration and
cross-pollination of ideas, encouraging innovative solutions to
economic, social, and political challenges.
Empowering Social Entrepreneurs
GSIF not only drives thought leadership but also hosts social enterprise accelerator programs in collaboration with renowned organizations like McKinsey and Accenture.
This helps nurture social entrepreneurs and amplify their impact on society.
Recognizing Global Changemakers
GSIF also serves as a global platform to honor SIP Distinguished Fellows and SIP Fellows who have leveraged their influence to create positive change, setting examples
for others and contributing to societal well-being.
Unique Features of GSIF
Plenary
Engaging corporations
beyond "doing good" :
How inclusive business models are becoming a route to success
Big Ideas! Labs
Designing for the future : Workshops and brainstorming sessions on successful
social entrepreneurship models
Masterclass
Capacity Building :
Social entrepreneurs learn critical skillsets and
business toolkits
to equip themselves
Inclusive Arts Showcase
A Stage to the World :
A convergence of artistic expressions from artists with a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Social Innovators Accelerator (SIA) Course
Mentoring for the next step : Successful leaders of businesses and foundations engaging social entrepreneurs looking to scale their ventures
SIPNet
Connecting minds :
Building networks of individuals
to propel social innovation, entrepreneurship and
thought leadership
"There is something so unique about GSIF - It is a magical experience that
enhances the life of every delegate and speaker who attends the event.
Business leaders, social entrepreneurs, and government leaders learn from
each other through panels, workshops and firePITCH SPOTLIGHT sessions
on how social enterprises and innovations can enhance the work
that they do and grow their industry.
As a SIP Distinguished Fellow, I am proud to be honoured by an organisation
so dedicated to creating opportunities for every individual
to create positive social change in their community"
- Jet Li, Founder of One Foundation | Actor | Martial Artist
"This Forum is a wonderful networking opportunity, bringing together successful social entrepreneurs and those who are still
nurturing their dreams and aspirations."
- Yu-Foo Yee Shoon, Former Minister of State,
Ministry of Community Development, Youth & Sports
"This Forum (GSIF) is actually like a lovely micro-cosmic version of the Renaissance. It's people from around the world coming around, focusing on creativity, thinking about it, wanting to develop your own creativity with the help of others and multiplying it. So that the future of the world, or nation first, would be the kind of future everybody wants."
- Tony Buzan, Popular Psychology Author, Inventor of Mind Mapping
"GSIF was an eye opener for me. The enthusiasm of the various participants to develop businesses which address social causes and at the same time being viable was truly motivating. It gave me a lot to think about - it was not just the topics discussed but also the people that we met.
The experience was unique."
- Poh Mui Hoon, Co-Founder of Esseplore