2023 Impact Report
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LOOKING AHEAD
In 2013 when we launched our first Seed Transformation Program in West Africa, we were cautiously optimistic about how we could contribute to ending global poverty. Today, ten years later, we are more determined than ever, and are grateful for the efforts and accomplishments of our Seed-trained entrepreneurs, volunteers, and Seed staff.
In 2013 when we launched our first Seed Transformation Program in West Africa, we were cautiously optimistic about how we could contribute to ending global poverty. Today, ten years later, we are more determined than ever, and are grateful for the efforts and accomplishments of our Seed-trained entrepreneurs, volunteers, and Seed staff.
While poverty levels in developing countries have significantly improved over the last decade, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and other global disruptions have halted or in some cases even reversed progress.10 Small and medium sized companies continue to play a significant role in contributing to economic development, creating jobs and developing innovations that improve people’s lives. The need to help these businesses thrive and create impact is greater than ever.
While poverty levels in developing countries have significantly improved over the last decade, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and other global disruptions have halted or in some cases even reversed progress.10 Small and medium sized companies continue to play a significant role in contributing to economic development, creating jobs and developing innovations that improve people’s lives. The need to help these businesses thrive and create impact is greater than ever.
10 World Bank Poverty and Inequality Update, Spring 2024, World Bank Group
Key Cumulative Targets
Key Cumulative Targets
Seed has identified four key targets for 2027, which contribute to poverty alleviation by leveraging Stanford’s capabilities and community.
Our Focus for the Decade Ahead
Our Focus for the Decade Ahead
As we continue our mission in the coming years, we will focus on key areas which we believe are of particular importance and will create the greatest impact.
Gender
Equality
Gender
Equality
Seed is focused on recruiting more women leaders and contributing to closing the gender gap in financing. We are building strong momentum on gender equity with recent successes in recruiting more women entrepreneurs into our early-stage programs compared to programs for more established companies.
Seed is focused on recruiting more women leaders and contributing to closing the gender gap in financing. We are building strong momentum on gender equity with recent successes in recruiting more women entrepreneurs into our early-stage programs compared to programs for more established companies.
Climate
Action
Climate
Action
Recognizing how deeply climate change affects everyone, especially in developing countries, we're dedicated to supporting more climate-focused businesses. Our aim is to support the expansion of innovative climate solutions that tackle the unique issues emerging economies face, helping to promote sustainable development and resilience.
Expanding Geographically
Expanding Geographically
Though we started in Africa, our mission has always been to make an impact globally. In line with that goal, in 2024, we will launch in Indonesia and continue to explore options for further growth geographically in the coming years.
At Seed, our vision to end the cycle of global poverty is our north star.
to end the cycle of global poverty is our north star.
Seeing the immense need and incredible potential for progress, we are more motivated than ever to step up our efforts in the coming years. We are fine-tuning our focus areas and expanding our programs to meet the growing demand. We hope you will join us on this journey to create lasting change and make a real difference in the world.
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