Impact Day 2026
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June 18th, Szczecin, Poland
Impact Day is taking place for the third time
alongside the GDS-Forum (June 16-17)
If you plan events for an association or NGO, you know the feeling.
You want your event to create real impact, engage the local community, and leave a meaningful legacy - but figuring out exactly how to do it isn’t always straightforward.
Impact Day is designed to help with exactly that!
What will happen in Szczecin?
The morning sets the scene with real examples and open discussions.
In the afternoon, the programme splits into three parallel streams:
Youth and civic engagement
Financing and partnerships
Events as drivers of sector and local development
It’s interactive, collaborative, and designed for people who want to move from ideas to action.
Why should associations attend?
You’ll gain insight into how destinations think about impact, how to build better partnerships, and how to move from vague goals to concrete actions.
Whether you’re just beginning this journey or looking to strengthen existing efforts, this is a space built for practical progress.
Who you'll meet there?
Association and NGO event planners who want to create more meaningful impact
Non-profits looking for partners and fresh approaches
Destinations and cities wanting to work better with associations
Industry partners looking for ways to connect with events
Anyone interested in making events matter beyond the usual metrics