How do we create a world where economics is not just about growth, but also about societal change? This question is the focus of my work in both Molly's Heart and Invest for Impact Denmark – two organizations that, in their own ways, work to make the world a better place through trade, sustainable lifestyles and responsible investments.
Molly's Heart: Fair Trade as a path to a better life
At Molly's Heart , we work to improve the lives of vulnerable families through a fair trade partnership that ensures better living conditions and economic stability. Every year, we help approximately 300 people by ensuring a fairer distribution of value creation in trade and production. When we act sustainably and fairly, it is not just a lifestyle - it is an active effort to create a world where business becomes a driving force for development.
Invest for Impact Denmark: Capital as a driving force for change
On another level, I work at Invest for Impact Denmark to make it easier and more attractive to invest with impact – that is, to invest in a way that creates a double return : both financial and social. We work to influence the systemic framework for how investments can be made, and we explore new catalytic investment forms and partnerships that can accelerate the green and social transition.
The balance between passion and hard work
Both of my roles stem from a deep passion for creating sustainable change through business activities and investments. But working in these sectors is also a constant reminder that you are never quite done – there is always more to do, more partnerships to create and more solutions to develop. Finding the balance can be a challenge, but it is also a driving force that makes the work meaningful every single day.
Small and large initiatives create change
Both small and large initiatives help make a difference. Molly's Heart represents the small initiative, where a fair trade collaboration concretely improves the lives of individuals and families. Invest for Impact Denmark represents the large initiative, working at a systemic level to shape the structures and investment frameworks that can mobilize capital for sustainable change. Both approaches are crucial, and together they contribute to a world where sustainability and investment go hand in hand.
I look forward to continuing this journey, developing new collaborations, and being inspired by the many people working towards the same goal: to create a world where investment and trade help lift people and societies.
Do you have experiences or perspectives within impact investing or sustainable development? Please share your thoughts – I look forward to an inspiring dialogue!