Secretariat

The Secretariat oversees, administers, and supports the continued promotion and adoption of the Impact Principles. The Secretariat develops and manages the strategy, programs, and administration of the Impact Principles with the engagement of the Advisory Board, Signatories and Host.   

The Secretariat is responsible for addressing all inquiries from current and prospective Signatories and managing communications, including the website, press and general updates. It facilitates the disclosure process, reviewing all Disclosure Statements prior to publication, and manages the public database of current Disclosures and verification summaries. The Secretariat manages all administration of the Impact Principles, including documentation, maintenance of records, and the budget.  

The Secretariat organizes meetings of the Advisory Board and convenes Signatories as needed, including for strategic updates, informational sessions, or other discussions in support of the advancement of the Impact Principles.   

The Secretariat organizes programs, events, and meetings, produces and contributes to knowledge resources and thought leadership, and represents the Impact Principles in industry conferences to further discussion on and promotion of the Impact Principles. 

The Secretariat manages the process of reviewing and updating the Impact Principles in consultation with the Advisory Board and issuing proposed amendments for approval by Signatories. 

The Secretariat does not have any responsibility or authority to: 

1. endorse Signatories or certify their compliance with the Impact Principles; 

2. investigate or verify the accuracy of Signatories’ disclosure statements or other marketing materials referencing the Impact Principles; 

3. approve specific interpretations of the Impact Principles.