At IMPACT, we aim to transform systems for lasting change, especially for the world’s most vulnerable. However, the last few...
Highlights from 2018 in our New Annual Report!
IMPACT is pleased to present our newly released 2018 Annual Report, Empowering Peacebuilders! In 2018, we strengthened our commitment to...
IMPACT Joins Civil Society Open Letter to Responsible Jewellery Council
A group of 27 civil society groups have written an open letter to the Responsible Jewellery Council highlighting concerns with...
Join us at a Canadian Theater Near You: The Shadow of Gold
A new documentary explores where our gold comes from and what we can do to support responsible sourcing from artisanal...
Documenting Best Practices: Formalization of Artisanal Mining Sector
Artisanal mining is an important source of income and employment, particularly for poor, rural populations. According to the World Bank,...
The LME Responsible Sourcing Position Paper: A Joint NGO Statement
A group of 14 NGO’s have written an open letter to the Chief Executive of the London Metal Exchange about...
Ottawa Conference Highlights how Natural Resources can Support Peace and Development
In September, IMPACT brought together over 100 stakeholders for a one-day conference to discuss natural resources in areas where security...
Join us in Montreal – A Conversation with Women Artisanal Gold Miners from Congo
Meet two women artisanal gold miners who will share their experience and how they are changing the narrative on Congo...
Highlights from 2017 in our New Annual Report!
IMPACT is pleased to present our newly released 2017 Annual Report, Pushing Boundaries! In 2017, we challenged ourselves and others...
Join us in Ottawa – Inside Congo’s Gold Mines: Women Shifting the Narrative Towards Peace and Empowerment
Join us during Gender Equality Week for this unique opportunity to experience the reality at an artisanal mine in eastern...
IMPACT Celebrates the Life of Kate McInturff
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our close friend and fellow Board Member, Kate McInturff....
Civil Society Call to Tackle Abuses, Conflict, and Lack of Transparency in Diamond Supply Chain
The diamond industry continues to be tainted by links between diamonds and human rights abuses, conflict finance, and corruption. Although...