Inside Korea’s Social Impact

  While working as a journalist, I have heard a common concern from both organizational leaders and practitioners in the impact ecosystem. Leaders often say, “People are leaving the field. It is difficult to find talent who can understand both the social mission and the business structure of the organization.” Practitioners, on the other hand, say, “I started working in the impact ecosystem because I believed in social change, but for various reasons, I am considering changing jobs or leaving the field altogether.” Although their perspectives differ, both sides seem to share a deep concern about what makes a “good workplace” within the social impact sector.   The “Impact Career 2.0” conference was held on May 27 at “Heyground,” a major hub for Korea’s social impact organizations. (Photo by Milly) "rootimpact" an organization building an inclusive and sustainable future with changemakers, has operated an impact career growth community for people interested in solving s...