Co-Catalyst in action
We partner with organizations to navigate the complexities of social innovation, empowering them to create social change. Our collaborative approach is grounded in research, strategy, and hands-on experience, ensuring our solutions are both innovative and sustainable.
How we drive impact
Our solutions span the entire social innovation lifecycle, from ideation to implementation
Research
& insights
We’ll dive deep into your specific challenges, conducting rigorous research and analysis to uncover key insights and map the social landscape.
Strategic
planning
Together we’ll develop clear, actionable strategies aligning with your vision and goals, setting the stage for long-lasting change.
Training & education
Through Co-catalyst workshops, training programs, and academic courses, equip your team with the knowledge, tools, and skills to drive innovation and achieve the desired impact.
Program &
venture design
Co-create innovative programs, ventures, and interventions that directly address social needs and generate measurable results
Partnership & ecosystem building
Leverage our extensive network across sectors and continents to connect with strategic partners, funders, and collaborators, amplifying your reach and impact.
Evaluation & learning
We design robust evaluation frameworks to track progress, measure impact, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Areas of impact
We have deep experience and a proven track record in several key areas:
Gender
equity
Promoting gender equity through gender-lens innovation and investment strategies, training programs, and support for women entrepreneurs. Our past successes include #HerFutureAfrica, CODE, and Founding Women.
Sustainable development
With over a decade of experience working in developing countries in the global south to create sustainable solutions in areas like healthcare, finance, and agriculture. Explore our TeleMedicine project with JDC in India.
Social entrepreneurship
As social entrepreneurs ourselves, we deeply understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by changemakers. We offer tailored support in impact strategy, fundraising, partnership development, and evaluation. Discover how we partnered with Exeter Velocities.
Higher
education
Universities play in social innovation, which is why we teach postgraduate courses, help design curriculums, and support the establishment of new programs and centers focused on social impact. See the courses we've developed.
Innovation ecosystems
Building and strengthening innovation ecosystems by fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among diverse stakeholders to accelerate social impact. Learn more about our work on the Horizon 2020 funded project, AfriConEu.