What is an Impact Lab?

An Impact Lab is an innovation hub designed to identify the research, develop ideas, and implement solutions that drive measurable social, economic, and systemic change. Unlike traditional research centers or think tanks, an Impact Lab is action-oriented. It bridges theory and practice to create real-world solutions that can be tested, scaled, and adapted.

At its core, an Impact Lab:

  • Identifies Challenges & Opportunities – Uses data, research, and foresight to define key areas where systemic change is needed.

  • Develop Innovative Solutions – Design, prototype, and pilot new policies, programs, technologies, or frameworks that address societal challenges.

  • Facilitates The Exchange Of Ideas and Projects – Hosts consultations, meetings, webinars, and discussions among stakeholders.

  • Cross-sector Collaborations – Co-creates and implements solutions supporting policymakers, businesses, academia, nonprofits, and communities.

  • Measures & Scales Impact – Uses evidence-based methods to evaluate the effectiveness and drive adoption of best practices on a broader scale.

  • Future-Proofs Society – Anticipates long-term challenges and creates adaptive, resilient systems that can evolve as societal needs change.

FUTURE PROOF LONGEVITY

  • Chalk message on pavement reads "Dream until it's your reality." Brown shoes visible below the message.

    Dream it.

    It all begins with an idea.

    Make It
  • Wooden letter tiles spelling "DREAM PLAN ACT" on a white background.

    Scale it.

    It all begins with an idea that you grow into possibilities.

    Make It
  • Neon sign with text 'Do Something Great' on a dark background.

    Replicate it.

    Iterate until successful and share it with the world.

    Make It
Diagram explaining ADKAR model with five stages: Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, Reinforcement.