Thousands of Changemakers. One Better Future.
Thousands of Changemakers. One Better Future.
We celebrate and amplify founders, innovators, and organisations advancing the UN SDGs via positive action.
We celebrate and amplify founders, innovators, and organisations advancing the UN SDGs through measurable action.
ABOUT
Across the world, innovators are tackling humanity's biggest challenges, from healthcare and education to climate resilience and financial inclusion.
Etiko 250 SDG Changemakers exists to recognise, celebrate and amplify those creating measurable positive impact and advancing UN SDGs.
Meet the Changemakers Building a Better World.
Meet the Changemakers Building a Better World.
Stephanie B.
Aloqia
United States
Ingmar R.
We Don’t Have Time
Sweden
Rhoda K.
Zydii
Kenya
Mwasi W.
Ubongo
Tanzania
Nick W.
ev.energy
United Kingdom
Niek V.
Goal 3
Netherlands
Impact Without Borders.
3,500+ impact stories. 70+ countries. One shared purpose.
Behind every solution is a founder, innovator, organisation, or changemaker driven by courage, determination, and a commitment to building a better future. Here is our curated showcase of SDG Changemakers advancing a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient world.
Projects Analysed
3500+
Via our multi-layer ROI Impact tracker.
Projects Shortlisted
250
Through our Twelve point Etiko 250 framework.
Projects Showcased
100+
All along the year 2026 · 2027
Each changemaker undergoes a rigorous multi-stage review process combining AI-powered analysis and expert human evaluation.
How we select the Changemakers?
Impact-first. Evidence-led. Human-audited.
Through a rigorous, evidence-based methodology, we assess initiatives across 12 indicators and 4 core dimensions of SDG alignment & impact, innovation, scale, and credibility.
What makes a changemaker?
Measurable Impact & Proof.
Evidence of positive outcomes.
Tech Usage & Innovation.
Novel solutions for complex challenges.
SDG Alignment & Replicability.
Ability to go beyond local community.
UPCOMING FEATURE
Etiko 250
SDG Changemakers
A curated collection of changemakers, impact stories, and emerging solutions shaping a more sustainable future.
It highlights inspiring founders, innovators, and organisations advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals through scalable and measurable impact.
Know a changemaker?
Help us identify the next generation of founders, innovators, and organisations creating measurable positive impact.
FAQ´s
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Etiko 250 SDG Changemakers is an initiative to recognise and celebrate founders, innovators, organisations, and leaders creating measurable positive impact and advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Our team reviews thousands of impact stories, public sources, and nominations using a structured assessment framework focused on SDG alignment, impact, innovation, scalability, and evidence of real-world outcomes.
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No. Selection is based purely on merit, impact, and the quality of publicly available evidence supporting the work being recognised.
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We showcase startups, social enterprises, NGOs, researchers, community initiatives, and businesses that are delivering meaningful social or environmental impact.
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We recognise projects advancing one or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, including climate action, education, health, gender equality, clean energy, sustainable cities, and more.
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Selected changemakers receive global visibility through our showcase, a digital recognition certificate, and inclusion in our growing international network of impact leaders. The Etiko 250 Report is shared with 5000+ corporate ESG decision makers, impact investors and policy makers.
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Yes. We welcome nominations from founders, organisations, partners, and community members who know of outstanding work creating positive impact.
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We believe the world is full of good people solving important challenges. Our mission is to find, recognise, and amplify these stories to inspire action and accelerate positive change.