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One Billion Lives Positively Impacted

One inspired goal. 100+ extraordinary non-profit partners.

BBC StoryWorks highlights the power of partnership

Cisco changed over one billion lives for the better through social impact investments, 100+ global non-profit partners, and Cisco Networking Academy programs from FY16-FY23. Now, BBC StoryWorks videos are shining a light on the impact we’ve created together.

Replate

A tech-enabled platform facilitates food donations by connecting organizations with surplus food to communities facing food insecurity.

Bridges to Prosperity

Technology is best when it connects people to each other and to opportunities. See how technology is helping to build bridges to end rural isolation and poverty.

Code.org

With the rise of AI, shouldn't every student have an opportunity to learn the language of code—and the ethical use of technology?

Explore our interactive eBook

Explore our interactive eBook Our comprehensive eBook details key elements of our journey to One Billion Lives.

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Infographic: our journey at-a-glance

Infographic: our journey at-a-glance Explore an infographic with key metrics and milestones in achieving our goal.

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Our social impact priorities and programs

We invest in developing and scaling tech-based solutions to positively impact vulnerable, underserved communities around the world.

Cisco Crisis Response

Providing essential human needs—including shelter, water, food, and disaster relief.

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Learning and digital skills

Expanding access to quality education and digital skills training.

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Economic empowerment

Driving equitable access to resources and opportunities for long-term economic security.

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Cisco Networking Academy

We provide high-quality technical education and training to support instructors and engage learners around the world.

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Celebrating the lives we've changed for the better

Fairfood’s mission

Building more sustainable food systems

Fairfood supports small farmers and food workers

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International Day of Education

Celebrating our nonprofit partners

Our partners help teachers and students

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Partnering for change

Empowering women and transforming economies

Our partners help women find economic security

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How we defined and validated our impact

Within our One Billion Lives goal, positive impact occurs when an individual has gained access to a critical resource, learned something, or engaged in a meaningful way. See how we define positive impact and the validation methodology we used.

Purpose Reporting Hub and Cisco Purpose Report

Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources toward Powering an Inclusive Future for All, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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Power an inclusive future for all

We combine our technology, people, and broader networks to address society's greatest challenges.

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