Have you ever wondered how our daily actions can influence the lives of those around us?
Social impact is a reality that directly or indirectly affects our community, shaping its values and customs. In this article, we’ll explore what social impact is, how it can be positive or negative, and how our decisions can make a difference in the society we live in.

What is Social Impact?
Social impact refers to the effect that our actions, whether individual or collective, as a company or by authority, have on social life and the development of our community. From small gestures to major initiatives, each action contributes in some way to the transformation of our social environment.
Positive Social Impact:
Positive impact refers to actions that contribute to improving or solving social problems. It is considered positive for several reasons:
- It is carried out in line with a positive orientation and vision.
- It suggests changes aimed at improving the conditions of others.
- It is carried out in accordance with a code of values and respects the law.
- It is oriented towards progress and the guarantee of human rights.
- It is valued and accepted by the community.
- It contributes to solving a specific problem.
- It communicates messages aimed at the positive transformation of a problem.
From dedicating time to community activities, to giving classes or free workshops to those in need, participating in charity auctions, making social investments for different causes such as education, climate change, medical or social research, participating in civil organizations, having a zero-tolerance policy for corruption in your business, among other examples, are actions that have a positive impact and contribute to the well-being of our society.
Want to be part of the change? Discover how your actions can make a difference and generate a positive impact in your community.
Negative Social Impact:
On the other hand, negative impact is perceived as a discomfort that threatens community life. Actions with negative impact can have devastating consequences for our community as they produce effects such as:
- Social impoverishment.
- Spending resources without giving back to society.
- Public rejection.
- Discomfort or impacts on quality of life.
Failure to comply with environmental regulations, promoting or participating in events that affect the rights of others, building in inappropriate sites, evading tax payments, abstaining from participating in the community, promoting corruption, are examples of these actions with negative impact that threaten social fabric and affect the quality of life of those around us.
Social impact is a powerful force that shapes our society. Every action we take has the potential to create change, whether positive or negative. Are you ready to be part of the change?