One Billion Lives Positively Impacted
One inspired goal. 100+ global nonprofit partners. One billion lives changed for the better.
Solving the world's greatest challenges
In 2016, Cisco set a ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through our social impact grants and Cisco Networking Academy programs. Through the extraordinary work of our global nonprofit partners, we exceeded our goal more than one year early – positively impacting 1.1 billion people between FY16-FY23.
Explore ways to maximize social impact
Our comprehensive eBook details key elements of our journey to One Billion Lives and shares a framework that can be applied to organizations of any size to expand and accelerate social impact.
Our social impact priorities and programs
We invest in developing and scaling tech-based solutions to positively impact vulnerable, underserved communities around the world.
Cisco Crisis Response
Providing essential human needs—including shelter, water, food, and disaster relief.
Learning and digital skills
Expanding access to quality education and digital skills training.
Economic empowerment
Driving equitable access to resources and opportunities for long-term economic security.
Cisco Networking Academy
We provide high-quality technical education and training to support instructors and engage learners around the world.
Celebrating the lives we've changed for the better
How we defined and validated our impact
Within our One Billion Lives goal, positive impact occurs when an individual has gained access to a critical resource, learned something, or engaged in a meaningful way. See how we define positive impact and the validation methodology we used.
ESG Reporting Hub and 2023 Cisco Purpose Report
Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources toward Powering an Inclusive Future for All, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Visit our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting Hub.
Power an inclusive future for all
We pursue our purpose by closing the digital divide, empowering the future of work, fighting for equality and social justice, and building a regenerative planet.