As technology continues to shape our world, an increasing number of conferences and events are focusing on the intersection of technology and social impact. These gatherings provide a platform for passionate individuals, organizations, and innovators to come together, share ideas, and explore how technology can be harnessed for positive change. If you're interested in making a difference through technology, here are some of the top social impact tech conferences to attend in 2025.
GreenBiz - February 10 - 12, Phoeniz, AZ
You’re leading change in an unpredictable political, social and economic environment. At GreenBiz 25, you’ll connect with peers and trailblazers and master the skills essential to face your company’s unique challenges.
Join your community, including the most influential voices in sustainability, and learn what’s next in decarbonization, disclosure, nature, supply chains, strategic communications, change management and more at GreenBiz 25.
Rights Con - February 24 - 27, Taipei and Virtual
RightsCon offers a platform for thousands of participants from around the world to convene, connect, and contribute to a shared agenda for the future. Join their global community of business leaders, activists, technologists, policymakers, journalists, philanthropists, researchers, and artists, and explore opportunities to advance human rights in the digital age.
SXSW Energy Track - March 7 - 9, Austin, TX
From renewable energy breakthroughs to smart grid solutions, the Energy track illuminates the latest trends shaping the future of how we power the world. Whether it’s showcasing clean tech advancements or examining the evolving landscape of energy policy, sessions will highlight action towards a more sustainable future and solutions to production and delivery at every scale.
SXSW Government & Civic Engagement Track - March 7 - 10, Austin, TX
Functional government and civic engagement are imperative to ensure that everyone’s voices and needs are understood in today’s complicated societies. This track covers a myriad of topics that help shape a more positive, equitable, and engaging world.
SXSW Health & MedTech Track - March 7 - 11, Austin, TX
Situated at the crossroads of science and technology, Health & MedTech sessions explore everything from the newest weight loss drugs to the impact of differentiated stem cell technology on neuroscience, as well as the solutions and tools that provide better outcomes for patients everywhere.
SXSW Climate & Sustainability Track - March 10 - 13, Austin, TX
Explore the most promising, solution-based innovations and strategies to mitigate climate change. From sustainable building solutions to cutting-edge climate technologies, learn how you can help in the fight to end climate change and build a sustainable future for generations to come.
Nonprofit Technology Conference - April 16 - 18, Baltimore, MD and Virtual
NTEN’s conference — often referred to as the NTC — is the annual gathering of people who want to make the world a better place through the skillful and equitable use of technology. At the NTC, you'll learn essential nonprofit technology best practices while connecting with a community that shares your commitment to social change.
Engage for Good - April 22 - 24, Palm Springs, CA
For over 20 years, the Engage for Good Conference has been the premier Corporate Social Impact Event, bringing together business leaders, non-profit and corporate practitioners, and technical experts to learn how to build partnerships that benefit the cause and the business.
Good Tech Fest - April 28 - May 1, Sundance, UT
Good Tech Fest Utah is a 3 day, invitation only retreat in the mountains for a select 80-100 social sector leaders. This is an opportunity to connect with your peers, share lessons learned in supporting and applying data and technology to social sector issues, and learn about cutting edge advancements. This event is for philanthropists, technologists, nonprofit leaders, and infrastructure nerds alike. We are focused on continuing to nurture and bring together a group of leaders who share the mission of using data and technology to drive impact.
Accelerating the Circular Economy - April 29 - May 1 - Denver, CO
Circularity is the premier gathering of professionals advancing solutions for the circular economy. Focused on accelerating systems change, Circularity empowers attendees to rethink how we make, sell, and circulate products in order to build a just, resilient, and regenerative economy.
Code for America Summit - May 29 - 30, Washington, DC
Code for America’s annual Summit brings together changemakers from across the country to convene, collaborate, and learn as they break through some of government’s biggest challenges by removing barriers and finding real solutions that can make our systems work well for everyone. Summit 2025 will be an in-person immersive experience that will feature keynotes, breakout sessions, lightning talks, and more.
Social Innovation Summit - June 3 - 4, San Francisco, CA
Social Innovation Summit convenes the world’s most potent leaders, thinkers, and practitioners around one simple yet audacious goal: to catalyze inspired partnerships that are disrupting social impact. Their Flagship Summit and year-round events welcome curated rooms of purpose-driven business leaders, funders, community stakeholders, and impact entrepreneurs.
The Points of Light Conference - June 3 - 6, New Orleans, LA
The Points of Light Conference brings together social impact leaders from across the sector. It empowers nonprofit/NGO, government, business and civic leaders to make a bold impact in their communities, providing resources and inspiration for every step of the journey.
Tech Impact: Tech Forward Conference - September 8 - 10, Nashville, TN
We bring together nonprofit technology leaders, decision makers, and staff from organizations throughout the country to explore innovative technologies that can change the way we work as nonprofits.
Climate Week NYC - September 21 - 28, New York, NY
Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 900 events and activities across the City of New York – in person, hybrid and online. Each year, business leaders, political change makers, local decision takers and civil society representatives of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the world, gather to drive the transition, speed up progress, and champion change that is already happening.
Independent Sector’s National Summit - October 27 - 29, Atlanta, GA
At Independent Sector’s National Summit, we come together as the best of US nonprofits and philanthropy. Our collective energy, insights, innovations, and knowledge builds our sector’s power and capacity to improve lives and strengthen communities.
VERGE: Deploying Climate Tech at Scale - October 28 - 30, San Jose, CA
VERGE is the center of gravity for professionals catalyzing transformative, profitable change through decarbonizing their operations and supply chains. It is where practitioners doing the hard, ongoing work of integrating climate solutions share their successes, setbacks and insights to smooth the path forward for all.
Technology Association of Grantmakers - November 10 - 12, Atlanta, GA
The annual TAG conference attracts technology leaders and practitioners from private, family, and community foundations in North America, UK, and EU. Registration is limited to 450 attendees in order to facilitate a collegial atmosphere for knowledge exchange and networking.
Attending social impact tech conferences provides a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, gain insights from industry leaders, and contribute to the advancement of technology for positive social change. Whether you are interested in sustainable development, ethical tech, artificial intelligence, or any other social impact domain, these conferences offer a platform to learn, collaborate, and make a difference. If you know of another conference we should be aware of share it with us by emailing [email protected]!
