One inspired goal. 100+ global nonprofit partners. One billion lives changed for the better.
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.
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.
We invest in developing and scaling tech-based solutions to positively impact vulnerable, underserved communities around the world.
Providing essential human needs—including shelter, water, food, and disaster relief.
Expanding access to quality education and digital skills training.
Driving equitable access to resources and opportunities for long-term economic security.
We provide high-quality technical education and training to support instructors and engage learners around the world.
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.
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.
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.