The 2025 GSG Global Leadership Meeting (GLM) was held in Kyoto, Japan, on 20-22 May. Co-hosted by Social Innovation and Investment Foundation (SIIF), GSG National Partner in Japan, it brought together 136 leaders representing 45 countries. Themed "Driving ambition and taking action," discussions focused on forging a collective roadmap to advance the global impact economy.

The GLM is a pivotal invitation-only event for GSG Impact’s core stakeholders – National Partners (NPs), prospective partners (taskforces), strategic partners, and GSG Impact Ambassadors to develop ideas and opportunities to progress within their geographies and across our ecosystem.

94% of participants said conversations were useful for their work.

Discussions produced actionable strategies across key areas:
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Capital mobilisation

Developing approaches to de-risk investments for institutional capital and using case studies to evidence financial returns.

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Government policy reform

Equipping National Partners to develop "Policy Roadmaps" and building capacity with resources like a global "Impact Policy 101" training module.

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Impact transparency/impact measurement and management

Harmonising measurement standards and exploring an AI-powered platform to build collective intelligence.

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SME financing

Creating toolkits and playbooks to help local actors structure effective investment vehicles for SMEs in emerging economies.

 

Strategic priorities for GSG Impact

The insights from the GLM have directly shaped our future strategy. We will enhance our knowledge and community offerings, accelerate work on SME financing, and advance our policy program. New initiatives will focus on mobilising climate finance in the lead-up to COP30 and developing an Impact Narrative Toolbox to support ecosystem engagement.

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