Our Approach to Social Innovation

Our world faces many tough challenges today — from the climate crisis to racial inequalities to education accessibility. As a global organization, we have the responsibility and opportunity to lead the efforts that address these issues around the world. To truly make a transformational difference, we need to operate in new ways by establishing a more inclusive and innovative approach where a range of people, taking different actions, are all pointed in the same direction — a global community of changemakers making a local impact.

This led us to create our Better Futures Community, which brings together our clients, dealers, employees and community partners to expand upon our efforts around the globe. When we take collective action in our communities, we’re helping the world work better.

Where We Focus

Our Better Futures Community sets goals aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). We explore bold new approaches in three areas where we can make the greatest impact: reducing inequalities, accessing quality education and climate action. We know it’s only when we work together – businesses, organizations, individuals and governments – that we can truly make a positive difference in the world.

• Equity – Reduce inequality within and among countries.
  Empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
• Education – Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
  Substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship.
• Environment – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
  Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning.