As the global Shared Value Initiative, we applaud the Shared Value Africa Initiative (SVAI) for leading the way and bringing the practice of shared value to corporations and entrepreneurs on the African continent. As part of the Shared Value Global Network, the SVAI is contributing to innovation and leadership in the field of shared value globally.

– Bobbi Silten, Managing Director, Shared Value Initiative (global)

WHY JOIN THE SVAI?

The SVAI strives to orchestrate mutually beneficial business relationships between likeminded organisations with values and principles that focus on creating economic value and value for society – Profit with Purpose. As a member of the SVAI, you will become a voice for change and through creating Shared Value build a reputable and profitable organisation that is recognised for truly making a difference.

AS AN SVAI MEMBER, WE CAN ASSIST YOU TO:

  • Contribute to business and social impact at scale
  • Develop cross-continent business partnerships
  • Access and partner with high-level strategic networks across Africa
  • Drive collaboration across Africa
  • Create an ecosystem that drives and supports the creation of inclusive societies
  • Build business reputation through membership and thought leadership
  • Drive transformation through business
  • Foster innovation and growth across Africa
  • Access to African research and insights
  • Create inclusive growth with equitable opportunities for all
  • Optimise business value chains
  • Contribute to Africa’s body of knowledge

Members of the SVAI connect and collaborate with organisations from across the continent. This is an opportunity to form long-term partnerships to further both business and social interests.

Contribute to business and social impact at scale
Develop cross-continent business partnerships
Access and partner with high-level strategic networks across Africa
Drive collaboration across Africa
Create an ecosystem that drives and supports the creation of inclusive societies
Build business reputation through membership and thought leadership
Drive transformation through business
Foster innovation and growth across Africa
Access to African research and insights
Create inclusive growth with equitable opportunities for all
Optimise business value chains
Contribute to Africa’s body of knowledge

SVAI Deliverables/services

The network is the power behind the Shared Value movement on the African continent. It is along with and through our members and partners that we advocate for purpose and for all business to adopt the Shared Value Business Management model.

We believe that Africa’s time is overdue to take rein of our own narrative and empower ourselves to improve our society – and the power and the responsibility to do so lies in business.

Our service to the SVAI network is built on nine pillars, represented above which drive what we do and achieve working with our members and strategic partners. Our engagement with the network is built on:

  • Research – Social and business issues that directly or indirectly affect the private sector.
  • Network Development – Building a global and regional network that can be utilised and accessed by our members.
  • Advocacy & Education (Shared Value) – Creating partnerships with business schools and other tertiary institutions, facilitating training, and various opportunities that support the understanding of Shared Value.
  • Business Relationships across borders, – linking organisations and businesses to leverage and collaborate for greater impact.
  • Strategic Partnerships to assist in driving and implementing the advocacy work that we do.
  • Engagement Platforms that offer the opportunity to discuss and share insights on topics relating to the Shared Value Business Management concept and purpose-led organisations.
  • Thought Leadership is a key pillar for us – Shared Value voices as to lead the change and influence others to join this community.
  • Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit is the SVAI flagship event that annually convenes the African Shared Value business leaders and community.
  • Awards – The SVAI is the independent evaluator of the regional Loeries Shared Value Awards. In addition, the SVAI through its global network supports Fortune magazine’s Companies Changing the World List.
  • Advisory and Business Consulting to support the implementation of Shared Value through – Shift Impact Africa.

Our Members

Members of the Shared Value Africa Initiative are a part of a continent-wide network of businesses committed to achieving both economic growth and social progress.

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Learn more about becoming a member

Becoming a member of the SVAI is an important first step to becoming part of the Shared Value movement on our continent. Members have exclusive access to a range of resources and opportunities to collaborate with organisations across the continent, increase their social impact and build their reputation. Our Membership Benefits Brochure and 2020 Activity brochure demonstrate the engagement platforms that we create

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