Social Impact Agenda for Italy (SIA), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has officially launched the Italian version of the SDG Impact Standards as part of the “AGENDA 2030, Mind the Investment GAP” project. This initiative aims to promote the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into business and financial strategies, offering concrete tools to measure and optimize social and environmental impact.

A Tool for a Sustainable Economy

The SDG Impact Standards represent a key framework designed to support financial organizations and businesses in adopting strategic approaches to social impact. Developed by UNDP, these standards provide guidelines across four main areas: strategy, management, transparency, and governance. They offer a comprehensive structure to improve reporting and the effectiveness of positive impact activities.

The targeted categories include:

• Businesses
• Bond Issuers
• Financial Operators
• Governance and Institutions

Call for Testers: How to Participate

During the official presentation webinar, SIA launched a Call for Testers, aimed at sustainability officers and managers interested in promoting positive impact within their organizations. Selected organizations will participate in two practical workshops, developed in collaboration with Human Foundation, to deepen their understanding of how to use the SDG Impact Standards.

The Call will remain open until April 24, 2025.

Download the SDG Impact Standards in Italian for free here

Learn more and participate in the Call for Testers here

This initiative is part of the “AGENDA 2030. Mind the Investment GAP” project, funded by Banca d’Italia. The project aims to educate and support the growth of investments oriented toward the SDGs and impact integrity.