Join us on December 18th at Noon for a Year In Review Member Gathering. Connect with fellow members and practitioners to explore the latest developments in Social Value across Canada. Share your own insights and discuss your own achievements and work regarding social value and SROI and bring any questions to the table. 

See you there! 

The purpose of these CPD sessions is to provide: 

• Updates to the Training Materials 

• An opportunity for technical discussion on the content of the training 

• Top tips for trainers such as how to improve time management and presentation style 

• A space for the community to network and discuss opportunities  

The CPD session will be an open space for trainers to bring questions and issues to be discussed with other trainers and the SDG Impact and SVI teams.

Every month, Practitioners on the Social Value International Professional Pathway come together to discuss methodology and the more technical aspects of their Social Value and SROI work.

This international connection is a key benefit of building the Social Value community in Canada. The more we connect locally, the more we collectively engage internationally, the more we bring new knowledge home, further strengthen our own work, and achieve greater impact.

Accredited Practitioner Community calls are a space that enables members of the AP Community (Level 1: Social Value Associates, Level 2: Accredited Practitioners, Level 3: Advanced Practitioners, Accredited Trainers, and Accredited Assessors) to come together for technical discussions around Social Value, SROI, impact measurement and impact management.

Practitioners are invited to bring questions and challenges to the calls, for peer-to-peer discussion. Practitioners are also invited to share breakthroughs and "social value wins" with the community to help share knowledge and progress. From time to time, these calls may also be used to share important updates on methodology or assurance from Social Value International.

Participation at the Accredited Practitioner Community calls can also be used as evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) when your AP status is up for renewal!

Social Value International Level 1 Practitioner Monthly Call
You are invited to join the new monthly call exclusively for those who have achieved Level 1 status (Social Value Associates) on 10 December at 4PM GMT.

These calls will provide an opportunity for you to network with peers, receive technical support from Social Value International, and share your experiences on the Professional Pathway. Through these calls, SVI aims to better understand your journey and provide tailored support to help you progress through the accreditation levels.

Who should join?

While this call is specifically for Level 1 practitioners, you are also encouraged to join the regular Accredited Practitioner Community calls to stay up to date with the latest developments in SVI methodology and practice, and to participate in technical discussions with other practitioners at Levels 2 and 3.

Attendance at the Accredited Practitioner Community calls can also be used as evidence of ongoing CPD when your AP status is up for renewal!

This Social Value Practitioner Exam is a series of multiple choice, True/False, and ‘fill in the gaps’ style questions divided into six sections. The exam structure mirrors the progression of all Social Value courses, including Social Value & SROI: The Foundations and Social Value & SROI for Practitioners in particular.

The writer is offered a maximum of 90 minutes (about 1 and a half hours) to complete the exam. It is generally agreed that timing is ample for completion and pre-submission review.

Once exam access is purchased, the writer can begin at any time, however, the exam can only be written in one sitting (i.e. stop/start breaks are not possible).

Exam purchase requires a) current SVC membership, b) a Commitment of Good Practice, and c) Terms and Conditions upon application. Upon a successful result, the writer is awarded Level 1: Social Value Associate status, which remains current for 12 months. Social Value Canada will activate the renewal process every 12 months.

There is no prerequisite to write the exam yet some pre-reading may be beneficial. A link to the Level 1 Practitioner Exam reading list is here.

To register click the payment link below.

Opportunity for meaningful international connection is a key benefit of being part of Social Value Canada (SVC). These coffee chats are organized by Social Value International (SVI), on behalf of its 26Joint and Associated Member Networks from across the world.

While all members are invited to join every month, these chats are organized to include the Americas bi-monthly.

At SVC, we believe that the more we engage internationally, the more we will bring new knowledge home and further strengthen our own work.

Working with colleagues from across the globe, we advance towards the ultimate goal of all decisions accounting for impact on the well-being of people and planet. And, most emphatically, towards ensuring those decisions account for the real experience of those who have been impacted.

Together, we are changing the way the world accounts for value. Join us!

Connection to international community is a key benefit of building the Social Value community in Canada. The more we connect locally, the more we collectively engage internationally, the more we bring new knowledge home, further strengthen our own work, and achieve greater impact. The Impact Valuation Hub is one of many examples.

The Impact Valuation Hub is a collaborative initiative, aiming to advance the use of impact valuation practices among private investors.

Hosted by Social Value International, The Hub convenes investors, standard-setters, and other experts to promote learning and innovation by:

• Establishing impact valuation into fund management practices

• Sharing practical tools and resources to implement impact valuation

• Building and sharing impact datasets.

This Webinar will inform participants about impact valuation, the vision for The Hub, and the impact valuation journeys (to date!) of the founding investors.

Speakers include: 

• Hannah Berget, Summa Equity

• Leslie Kapin, Astanor

• Michiel Lenstra, Wire Group

For ongoing communications and updates, visit the Impact Valuation Hub website and subscribe.

Join us in this new initiative to change the way the world (in this case private investors!) account for value.

We are having regular monthly drop-in session for members to meet in an informal setting, discuss ongoing or completed work, and get information on the latest happenings.

Join us!

Format:

An engaging, short course focused on the foundations of Social Value and Social Return on Investment (SROI). It is an opportunity to focus on the essential concepts and tools of Social Value, SROI, and impact management.

This 1-day course is organized into three, 90-minute sessions, with 30 minute breaks beginning at 7:30 AM PST / 10:30 AM EST and ending at 1:30 PST / 4:30 EST.

Content Overview:

The Eight Principles of Social Value are the content anchor. The course highlights the needed steps to create meaningful social value accounts, and Social Value & SROI reports that are tailored to specific audiences. 

Participants gain insights into social impact management practice, how to embed Social Value in decision-making, and how to use Social Value tools such as SROI to maximize impact for all people affected.

Whether your organization seeks to maximize the impact of services, inform program design, or improve sustainability performance, this Social Value and SROI course is essential to inform and investigate social impact management, valuation and reporting practice.

This Social Value Practitioner Exam is a series of multiple choice, True/False, and ‘fill in the gaps’ style questions divided into six sections. The exam structure mirrors the progression of all Social Value courses, including Social Value & SROI: The Foundations and Social Value & SROI for Practitioners in particular.

The writer is offered a maximum of 90 minutes (about 1 and a half hours) to complete the exam. It is generally agreed that timing is ample for completion and pre-submission review.

Once exam access is purchased, the writer can begin at any time, however, the exam can only be written in one sitting (i.e. stop/start breaks are not possible).

Exam purchase requires a) current SVC membership, b) a Commitment of Good Practice, and c) Terms and Conditions upon application. Upon a successful result, the writer is awarded Level 1: Social Value Associate status, which remains current for 12 months. Social Value Canada will activate the renewal process every 12 months.

There is no prerequisite to write the exam yet some pre-reading may be beneficial. A link to the Level 1 Practitioner Exam reading list is here.

To register click the payment link below.

Info Session: Natural Capital Train-the-trainer Course

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the Natural Capital for Business Decision-Making – On the Path to Nature Positive and Net Zero Train-the-Trainer course. This info session provides an in-depth look at how this course can equip you with the skills to integrate natural capital approaches into business strategies, fostering sustainable decision-making. 

You’ll gain insight into the course structure, understand its benefits for trainers, and engage in a live Q&A with the facilitators to answer all your questions about the course. 

In this session, we’ll cover: 

• What the Natural Capital for Business Decision-Making course entails 

• How it can enhance your professional journey and expand your trainer skills 

• Course structure, content, and cost details 

• A live Q&A with the facilitators 

Join us and discover how this Train-the-Trainer course can advance your career and position you as a leader in natural capital education! 

Please note: This an open session 

Social Value Canada is growing. People are choosing to participate. It is exciting to witness the breadth of skills and expertise emerging as SVC experiences growth. 

Many are asking about professional credentials and what is meant by the Practitioner Pathway. Did you know that the most direct route to Social Value credentials starts with the AP1?. 

Interested in learning more? Join us on October 18 at 1 PM EST for an informal, informative chat about what the AP1 is, the value of the credential, and an update on associated happenings.  

Together, we are changing the way the world accounts for value. Looking forward! 

You are invited to join the next Social Value International Accredited Practitioner Community call on Wednesday, 16th October 2024, at 4PM BST.

The purpose of the Accredited Practitioner Community calls is to create a space than enables members of the AP Community (Level 1: Social Value Associates, Level 2: Accredited Practitioners, Level 3: Advanced Practitioners, Accredited Trainers, and Accredited Assessors) to come together for technical discussions around social value and impact measurement and management.

Practitioners are invited to bring questions and challenges to the Accredited Practitioner Community calls, where peer-to-peer support will be offered. Practitioners are also invited to share breakthroughs and "social value wins" with the community to help share knowledge and progress. From time to time, these calls may also be used to share important updates on methodology or assurance from Social Value International.

Attendance at the Accredited Practitioner Community calls can also be used as evidence of ongoing CPD when your AP status is up for renewal!

Social Value International Level 1 Practitioner Monthly Call
You are invited to join the new monthly call exclusively for those who have achieved Level 1 status (Social Value Associates) on 15 October at 4PM BST.

These calls will provide an opportunity for you to network with peers, receive technical support from Social Value International, and share your experiences on the Professional Pathway. Through these calls, SVI aims to better understand your journey and provide tailored support to help you progress through the accreditation levels.

Who should join?

While this call is specifically for Level 1 practitioners, you are also encouraged to join the regular Accredited Practitioner Community calls to stay up to date with the latest developments in SVI methodology and practice, and to participate in technical discussions with other practitioners at Levels 2 and 3.

Attendance at the Accredited Practitioner Community calls can also be used as evidence of ongoing CPD when your AP status is up for renewal!

We are so glad you are interested in our chats. We are starting our chats next month.

See you then!

This Social Value Practitioner Exam is a series of multiple choice, True/False, and ‘fill in the gaps’ style questions divided into six sections. The exam structure mirrors the progression of all Social Value courses, including Social Value & SROI: The Foundations and Social Value & SROI for Practitioners in particular.

The writer is offered a maximum of 90 minutes (about 1 and a half hours) to complete the exam. It is generally agreed that timing is ample for completion and pre-submission review.

Once exam access is purchased, the writer can begin at any time, however, the exam can only be written in one sitting (i.e. stop/start breaks are not possible).

Exam purchase requires a) current SVC membership, b) a Commitment of Good Practice, and c) Terms and Conditions upon application. Upon a successful result, the writer is awarded Level 1: Social Value Associate status, which remains current for 12 months. Social Value Canada will activate the renewal process every 12 months.

There is no prerequisite to write the exam yet some pre-reading may be beneficial. A link to the Level 1 Practitioner Exam reading list is here.

To register click the payment link below.