Measurable corporate impact will be the focus when the second Global CSR Forum opens on Monday, October 5, 2026, at the Sofitel Riyadh Hotel and Convention Centre. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development is organizing the two-day event under the theme “From Commitment to Impact” and the patronage of King Salman.

The ministry’s October 4 announcement sets out plans for more than 3,000 participants, over 100 speakers and more than 40 sessions. These are announced expectations for the forthcoming forum, rather than recorded attendance.

From discussion to measurable results

The programme is divided between a plenary stage, the CSR Impact Platform and the CSR Standards Platform. Six themes cover strategy and integration; climate, nature and a just transition; people, talent and social impact; responsible innovation; digital transformation; and governance, trust and standards.

A Corporate Social Responsibility Award ceremony is also planned to recognize practices with demonstrable results. Government, business and non-profit representatives will join investors and specialists to exchange experience and examine implementation challenges.

Source: Saudi Press Agency, reporting the ministry’s announcement.

Image: Official forum and ministry branding from the ministry’s announcement. This is an identifying graphic, not a photograph of the event taking place.