Impact Fuck-Ups

Embrace failure, inspire change

Impact Fuck-Ups

Have you experienced setbacks or failures in your sustainability journey?

Are you ready to transform those mistakes into valuable lessons for others?

Look no further than Impact Fuck-Ups, a groundbreaking contest that celebrates the power of failure and the potential for growth in the pursuit of sustainability.

Whether you’re a business that has encountered ESG-related challenges or an individual with a compelling story, your experiences matter. Through Impact Fuck-Ups contest we are giving you the chance to win a coveted spot on the Impact Day stage, where you’ll have the opportunity to captivate and educate a live audience.

Win a coveted spot

Seize the chance to win free admission to the Impact Day stage, gaining recognition and sharing your story in front of 2000+ people.
Contribute to collective learning

Convey the lessons learned from setbacks and failures, contributing to a stronger, more sustainable future for all.
Amplify your impact

Stand on the Impact Day stage and captivate a live audience with your transformative journey, igniting inspiration and catalyzing change.

About the contest
Participate in the Impact Fuck-Ups contest by submitting a captivating 3 to 5-minute speech (in your preferred language) that shares your sustainability journey, failures, and valuable insights.

The winners of the contest will get:
- Listed on the official program of Impact Day;
- To present on 11th of October at Impact Day festival in front of 2500+ attendees;
- Recordings of the presentation to use it in any way you wish.
Topics
Within the contest we are looking for two target groups and topics:
1. Businesses: If you own or operate a business that has been in operation for at least six months, we invite you to share your journey and the lessons learned. Preference will be given to failures related to ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) aspects, as we believe these insights hold tremendous value for the sustainable business community. Yet any other failure is welcomed as long as the story is emotional and lesson big.
2. Individuals: We also welcome individuals to share their personal stories regarding sustainability, with a particular emphasis on mental health experiences (other failures are welcomed also). Your authentic and relatable narratives can serve as a powerful tool for others who may be facing similar challenges.
Process

Through the contest we will choose 5-8 winners per topic (business or individual perspective) that get to share their stories.

Applying period: 1 April – 23 April 2024

Rehearsal day: 9 October 2024

Presentation at Impact Day: 11 October 2024

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Impact Fuck-Ups

Impact Fuck-Ups

About the contest

Topics

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