Our social impact pledge and progress
Social Impact Report 2023
The report, published annually, provides a comprehensive overview of how we are making a positive difference across the UK and Ireland. It provides compelling data and real-life examples of what social impact we have delivered and where it’s relevant and proportionate to do so, how much Social Return on Investment (SROI) it has created for communities using the National Themes, Outcomes and Measures (TOMs) framework where applicable.
Social Impact Pledge 2021
In 2021 we launched our Social Impact Pledge, which is our fourth ethical manifesto. This pledge prioritises 22 of the commitments within our comprehensive social value strategy which covers four impact pathways; people; planet; places and partners.
Sean Haley, regional Chair at Sodexo UK & Ireland gives a brief introduction to Sodexo's social value pledge for 2021 - watch it here
Social Impact Pledge - 2022 update
Progress made since launch - 2022 update
Social Impact Report 2019
Our social value strategy
Our approach to social value focuses on four impact pathways, encompassing all aspects of our business:
Our people
We create employment opportunities through apprenticeships and provide employees with access to services that support their health and wellbeing needs. Our strategy promotes social mobility across our business, and supports groups who need help to secure suitable employment that could kickstart their career, helping them take the first step to long-term rehabilitation.
Our planet
We all have a responsibility to protect our planet, so we have implemented a strategy to reduce, recover and repurpose waste. These activities will support our journey to Net Zero by 2040, not only at Sodexo but in partnership with our clients and supply chain. We're also increasing the take up of sustainable diet options and removing unrecylable plastics.
Our places
We're committed to contribute to the economic, social and environmental development of the cities, regions and countries in which we work. We recognise that there is economic disparity across our communities and are fully committed to supporting the 'levelling-up' agenda. Our employees are also enabled to support local fundraising and volunteering activity in the community.
Our partners
We are committed to enhancing the capabilties and capacity of our small, medium enterprises (SME) and voluntary, charity and social enterprise (VCSE) network and suppliers. Through our charity, Stop Hunger Foundation, we support a wide charity network including apprenticeship levy gifting to help create equity for all across our communities.
How the net zero office can drive your business forward
Reimagining Workplaces for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future
NHS net zero targets: The importance of supply chain decarbonisation
Mind the Gap: Is gender equality in the workplace really improving?
Accelerate your journey to reach your net zero & social value aims
Your guide to sustainable workplaces in the Energy sector
Delivering Social Value in Defence
As food insecurity rises, we need a renewed focus on food waste
