Why Social Traders Certification Matters: TechForGood’s Commitment to Social Impact

At TechForGood, we are proud to announce that we’ve achieved Social Traders certification in 2024 so are now a certified Social Enterprise. This underscores our commitment to growing the scope of social procurement, and brings us closer to a community of businesses collaborating to effect change.

In the words of Stella, CEO of TechForGood: “As a certified social enterprise, TechForGood is integrated into a national community that offers us significant opportunities to connect with similar businesses through events and training. This certification highlights our dedication to both people and the environment. Our certification has been crucial in securing grants, and we have expanded the business by leveraging Social Traders' network to access new market opportunities through social procurement."

What Is Social Traders Certification?

In 2017, Social Traders developed Australia's social enterprise certification to de-risk social enterprise procurement. Since then, it has expanded to clearly identify and elevate the whole social enterprise sector. The certification is world-leading, tailored to the Australian market, and endorsed by the Social Enterprise World Forum. It's one of only six ‘double badge’ partners in the world. Only Social Traders offers the double badge of certification and verification – the highest standard in the Australian market.

How TechForGood Benefits from Social Traders Certification

There are a range of reasons to certify, from accessing directories and volunteer platforms, to improving our chances when it comes to grant funding. But for our existing and future customers, it’s important that they know we give what we say we give to the causes we say we give to. And that we are able to be a stronger organisation being part of this impressive network with its supporting resources.

Stella continues: "Our certification has been crucial in securing grants and expanding the business by leveraging Social Traders' network to access new market opportunities through social procurement."

The Impact of Social Traders Certification on Business Partnerships

Since becoming Social Traders certified, TechForGood has developed new partnerships with five social enterprises, allowing us to amplify our efforts in supporting businesses focused on social good. These partnerships have led to meaningful projects that not only benefit our partners but also contribute to the communities they serve. Social procurement has allowed us to grow in markets where sustainability and social impact matter the most.

At TechForGood, we believe that businesses can be a force for good. Social Traders certification has been instrumental in helping us expand our network, enhance our business practices, and ultimately, make a greater impact. We encourage other businesses to consider Social Traders certification and join us in the journey toward social responsibility.

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