OneDay is an initiative by the ESOMAR Foundation dedicated to connecting charities and non-profits with corporate volunteers, providing a platform to utilize the skills and knowledge of the market research industry for social good.
Whether you are a charity in need of assistance or an insights professional looking to make a difference, OneDay offers the opportunity to get involved and create a meaningful impact.
We recognize that we’re among the most privileged people in the history of humanity. We know that we have enormous opportunities to make a difference. With a full-time career spanning 2,000 work weeks, the way we spend our time is one of the most impactful choices we can make.
Are you leveraging your skills for meaningful change? Or does your daily grind leave the world unchanged?
If you want to shape your own path as an insights professional and transform your efforts into real-world impact, OneDay is your gateway. Our mission is to help you dedicate your research talent to the great challenges of our time.
TRAINING
Teach a specific skill (e.g. Excel, analysis techniques or presentation techniques).
WORKSHOPS
Work with an organisation to facilitate a workshop to solve a problem.
AD HOC RESEARCH
Support on a specific piece of research needed by organisation e.g. design a survey, test a piece of content.
Browse our list of partner charities ready to receive a OneDay, or submit a charity yourself by entering their details and contact person.
Reach out directly through our platform to set up an exploratory meeting with the charity to define the best way your OneDay can help. If you want to submit a charity, you'll contact them yourself.
Align with your charity on the type of research or support needed and the number of OneDays required. Then, complete the OneDay proposal template and submit it to us for approval.
Got our green-light? Confirm the project with the charity, and get the official "GO" status. Now you’re ready to gift your skills, and make a difference!
Once you’ve completed your OneDay, share your experience and the charity’s feedback with us. Get recognition on our website and socials, and earn a shot at some of our impact awards! Plus, your effort will contribute towards your company’s OneDay year goal.
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