Economy of Communion Impact Accreditation Program
*In 2024, World’s top 1% own more wealth than 95% of humanity (Source: Oxfam)
The Economy of Communion (EoC) offers a different path. It shows that businesses can succeed by putting people first, sharing profits, and building relationships rooted in care, fairness, and mutual respect.
About the Economy of Communion Impact Accreditation Program
The EoC Impact Accreditation is a programme that recognises organisations actively living out the values of the Economy of Communion – not just in words, but in their structure, operations, and relationships.
Developed by Consulus in partnership with EoC Asia Pacific, this program helps businesses:
- Evaluate how well they apply EoC values in practice
- Improve internal and external practices based on clear guidance
- Gain public recognition as part of a global movement
- Strengthen trust with customers, employees, and communities
The programme is based on the belief that business can help build a more just and humane society where “no one is in need.”
Who are the Economy of Communion Accredited Impact Enterprises?
Accredited EoC Impact Enterprises are businesses that have undergone a structured evaluation and demonstrated their commitment to the core values of the Economy of Communion.
These organisations:
- Embed communion and inclusion into their strategy, governance, daily operations and practices
- Share profits responsibly to support people and purpose
- Contribute to building a more just and united economy in their communities
Their accreditation shows that they are not only aligned with EoC values but are actively putting them into practice in measurable, visible ways.
Who Can Apply
The EoC Impact Accreditation Program is open to:
Corporate members of EoC Asia Pacific
Members of EoC International
Recognised members of regional or national
EoC bodies
Not yet a member?
The 7 Measures We Evaluate
To ensure that the accreditation is practical and meaningful, every organisation is assessed based on seven clear areas, called the 7 Measures of the Economy of Communion for Impact. These measures are:
1. Communion as Goal
Adopt communion as a fundamental value and what unique impact it seeks to have on the world, to determining what services or solutions it offers and how to offer them
2. Capability for Communion
Empower the INTERNAL teams and resources to do things together, to learn from each other, to build on each other’s capabilities to make things together in the process of delivering the promise to various stakeholders and for further progress of the business itself.
3. Communion Supply Chain
Make it possible for the EXTERNAL supply chain partners to do things together, to learn from each other, to build on each other’s capabilities delivering the promise they make to various stakeholders
4. Co-Innovation
Adopt communion as a fundamental driver of innovation and co-innovation within the firm and in partnership with others
5. Economy at Large
Create more added values to further progress the whole industry and the economy at large, through resource sharing and knowledge sharing
6. Participant & Co-Governance
Co-governance and shared ownership principle, which guides how staff collaborate and communicate with each other to create value, how departments collaborate, how talents and leaders are developed and groomed, how the processes and SOPs are co-governed by staff at all levels for consistency and scalability.
7. Building Strong Community
In a growth relationship with the local communities, who are directly and indirectly affected by their business decisions and actions every day.
The 7 Measures used in this programme are aligned with the founding values of the Economy of Communion, and draw inspiration from the 7 Guidelines to Running a Business – the original guidelines that help shape the identity of EoC enterprises around the world.
Why EoC Impact Accreditation Matters
By joining the EoC Impact Accreditation Program, your organisation will:
Demonstrate your commitment to EoC values
Gain recognition for placing people, purpose and shared prosperity at the heart of your business.
Receive meaningful feedback
Benefit from structured evaluation and peer review to improve practices across your organisation.
Build credibility and trust
Demonstrate your values in action—to customers, employees, partners, and the wider public.
Join a global and regional network
Connect with a growing community of EoC-aligned businesses across Asia Pacific and beyond.
While rooted in values, the EoC Accreditation also brings clear and measurable economic advantages to your organisation:
Access to an Exclusive EoC Network
Accredited companies are connected to a trusted community of EoC-aligned partners, opening doors to preferential collaborations, joint ventures, and access to accredited suppliers who share the same values.
Attracting Values-Aligned Capital
A formal commitment to the common good helps your organisation to attract impact investors who seek both financial returns and meaningful social change.
Improved Employee Engagement and Retention
When people work for a business that prioritises dignity and purpose, they feel it. EoC Impact Organisations often enjoy higher morale, engagement, and long-term staff retention, leading to better performance and reduced turnover costs.
After You’re Accredited
Every accredited organisation will be featured in the Annual EoC Impact Index Report, published by EoC Asia Pacific.
This report:
Highlights your organisation’s key achievements
Shares your story with the wider EoC community
Inspires other businesses to follow your example
Shows the world that it is possible to run a business differently—and responsibly
You will be part of a collective voice calling for a better way of doing business – one that uplifts people, builds trust, and creates lasting impact.
Step-by-Step: How the EoC Impact Accreditation Process Works
The EoC Impact Accreditation process is designed to be structured, reflective, and accessible. Whether your organisation is already an official EoC corporate member or is newly seeking to join, you are welcome to begin the journey toward Accreditation for EoC Impact.
Accreditation Fee: USD 2,000 per organisation (per entry)
Estimated Timeline: 4–5 weeks
Step 1: Register
Declare your intention to pursue accreditation.
If you are not yet a member, you will be guided through the process of joining as an EoC corporate member via EoC Asia Pacific, EoC International, or another regional body.
🕒 Allow 1 week processing time, and initial assessment
Step 2: Self-Assess
Evaluate your organisation’s alignment with the EoC Impact standards by completing a detailed self-assessment.
You will be asked to prepare:
- A 10-minute video presentation
- Supporting documents demonstrating your practices across the 7 Measures
🕒 Completed within a week
Step 3: Submission
Pay the accreditation fee and submit your complete assessment package.
Your submission will be reviewed by the EoC Impact Accreditation Commission.
Step 4: Interview
An EoC review team will assess your submission and invite your leadership team for a clarifying dialogue.
This ensures that the assessment reflects the lived reality of your enterprise.
🕒 Allow 2-3 weeks assessment, interview, and review
Step 5: Report Issued
You will receive a formal accreditation decision:
- Full Accreditation (3 years)
- Conditional Accreditation (1 year)
- Pending – Further Alignment Required (reapply after 12 months)
Organisations that receive full or conditional accreditation will be formally recognised as Accredited EoC Impact Organisations.
Ready to Begin?
If you believe business can serve people and the common good, this programme is for you.