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At Trialogue, we believe that corporate social investment (CSI) should drive meaningful developmental impact while enhancing business value. Since 2014, the Trialogue Strategic CSI Award has recognised projects that embody this vision.   This year, we're thrilled to spotlight BritelinkMCT's Head Start programme, the 2024 award winner! The initiative empowers unemployed youth with skills and employment opportunities in the fibre optics industry — demonstrating a remarkable 75% employment absorption rate. Not only does it combat unemployment, but it also strengthens BritelinkMCT’s talent pipeline and operational efficiency.   Read more about the programme's impact: https://lnkd.in/dq7rsFVy

🤩 Thanks for the continued support and the important work you and the team continue to do Cara-Jean. We truly appreciate it. We'd love to hear your feedback on the content in the new year. Happy holidays!

OP-ED: Is strategic CSI dead?   As the world shifts to trust-based philanthropy, some say strategic CSI is over.   Spoiler alert: At Trialogue, we see it differently.   Strategic CSI isn’t just about funding — it’s about using resources to drive systemic, sustainable change.   Read about the thoughts and insights which drive our strategic thinking and innovation: https://lnkd.in/g8tZeRNd

Congratulations to the winners of our second Trialogue Employee Values Recognition awards! The awards recognise our employees who best exemplify our values of Integrity, Excellence and Respect as we support better business. The winners for this quarter are:  Integrity: Judith Matthis Excellence: Lindokuhle Maswana Respect: Siphesihle Manana All winners are nominated by fellow Trialogue staff members.

Trialogue's Sustainable Times December edition is here, packed with the latest insights and updates on impactful corporate social investment (CSI), as we reflect on a transformative 2024 for South Africa and the world.    Handbook highlights: We launched the Trialogue Business in Society Handbook 2024 on #GivingTuesday. The 27th edition emphasises collaboration as the driving force behind meaningful CSI. With CSI spending increasing to R12,7 billion, find out where and how corporates are investing for impact.   Winner alert: Congratulations to BritelinkMCT for taking home the Strategic CSI Award with their inspiring Head Start programme!   Save the date: The Trialogue Business in Society Conference 2025 is happening on 12-14 May. Don't miss out! Find out how you can book your spot.   Webinar: Register our first webinar of 2025. Trialogue, in partnership with the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust, will discuss how CSI can play a role in scaling access to quality early childhood development for every child.   Get all the details and see what our team has been up to this quarter in our full newsletter:  https://lnkd.in/dbFBBAk6

Exciting news!   The Trialogue Business in Society Handbook 2024 is officially here, launched on #GivingTuesday at the Maharishi Invincibility Institute in Johannesburg. This year’s theme, “Collaborating for Change,” emphasises the collective effort needed to tackle today’s societal challenges. Aligned with #GivingTuesday — a global movement promoting generosity and collaboration — the Handbook highlights how companies and NPOs can work together to drive meaningful impact.   Congratulations to BritelinkMCT, winner of the 2024 Trialogue Strategic CSI Award. Its impactful Head Start programme empowers unemployed youth with essential skills for the fibre installation industry. The award was collected by Eunatancia Maisiri-Edwards for Britelink's implementing partner Afrika Tikkun.   Download your copy here: https://lnkd.in/drSkqDXP

Unlock the full potential of your CSI Strategy with Trialogue. We specialise in helping companies create CSI strategies that deliver measurable social impact and align with business goals. From strategy design to tracking results, we provide customised support, including: 🔹 Insights on CSI trends and the business case for investment 🔹 Tailored strategy development and implementation 🔹 Benchmarking and positioning for stronger programmes 🔹 Robust M&E frameworks and detailed project evaluations 🔹 Effective communication strategies and team training Our end-to-end advisory services are designed to help you maximise your impact. Partner with us to drive measurable social impact while aligning with your business objectives. Learn more about our advisory services: https://lnkd.in/dUH_M6Gd

Launch day is less than a week away! This year’s Trialogue Business in Society Handbook — South Africa’s premier publication on responsible business — is set to be released on Giving Tuesday, 3 December. The 27th edition focuses on the theme ‘Collaborating for Change’, acknowledging that the complex challenges facing society today require multi-faceted solutions. Pre-order your copy now and use the latest research on giving trends and successful collaborative efforts to drive your CSI strategies: https://lnkd.in/gsZHHU99

The way we give is evolving.   Corporate social investment (CSI) and philanthropy are shifting from short-term solutions to creating long-term, systemic change.   We’ve moved from Charitable CSI (1.0) to Strategic CSI (2.0), and now into the era of Leveraged CSI (3.0). Collaboration, advocacy, and innovations like AI and impact investing are driving this transformation.   Can business and philanthropy work together to redefine giving — and truly make a difference?   Discover more in an insightful article by Trialogue director Cathy Duff, featured in the Independent Philanthropy Association of South Africa (IPASA) 2024 Annual Review of Philanthropy: https://lnkd.in/dGf7Dxmk

Violence against women is not just a societal issue — it’s a call to action for all sectors, including businesses. This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we reflect on how corporate involvement can help eradicate gender-based violence (GBV). From fostering workplace safety to partnering with NGOs and government, a multi-stakeholder approach is essential. Explore how your company can drive meaningful change by engaging in initiatives that address GBV directly and systemically. Read more on the Trialogue Knowledge Hub to see how businesses are stepping up to create safer communities for all: https://lnkd.in/dgrQrMTE