Weekend for social impact
WHAT IS Weekend FOR SOCIAL IMPACT?
The Weekend for Social Impact (W4SI) is a 2 day-long summit designed to increase student awareness of impact-focused career opportunities and equip delegates with tools to become socially responsible leaders in the business sector. The summit strives to connect Queen’s students with industry leaders who are tackling society's biggest challenges.
We will be hosting a range of highly qualified and knowledgeable speakers whose insights and experiences highlight the diverse career opportunities available in the social impact space.
The event includes a a day-long case competition where students develop and present their creative solutions to social impact related business problems faced by real organizations with whom QSIA partners with.
For companies who want to get involved with this event, please view the partnership package below.
OUR w4SI DIRECTORS
AMY ZHU
MELISSA LAM
DELEGATE TAKEAWAYS
knowledge
Learn about the relevance of non profits and corporate social responsibility and the numerous career paths in these sectors.
speakers
Listen to passionate speakers who are using their business education to make an impact in their communities and the world.
experience
Gain exposure to the challenges and opportunities faced by non profit organizations through simulations and other activities.
motivation
Partake in activities and conversations that will reveal your personal potential to make a profound impact in your community.
“Attending the Weekend for Social Impact was an incredibly unique experience that allowed me to explore the wide range of internship and post-grad social impact job opportunities. Having the chance to hear from/connect with representatives from numerous globally-scaled companies accelerated my knowledge of the current social impact issues within businesses. It was really interesting to see how these companies are creatively working to find solutions!”
