We move capital towards impact across Asia
Over 700+ members across 43 markets
NEWS & UPDATES
The network effect
Most recent developments, projects, knowledge, and activities from around the network.
We are Asia’s #1 social investor network
We are a network of 700+ members across 43 markets that is increasing the flow of financial, human, and intellectual capital from around the world into the social sector in Asia. We believe our strength comes from the diversity of our members and partners. They have shown time and again their commitment to connecting across diverse sectors and geographies to move capital towards impact together.
AVPN helps you to move capital towards impact
We are action-oriented. That means we find social investment opportunities in Asia that will drive the global social impact agenda forward and explore how to effectively move capital to where it is needed most.
Find out about our vehicles that help you invest for maximum impact. Grow your pipeline of impact organisations to support.
Work together to make significant progress on particular causes that are of common strategic importance.
Explore our library and learn from our research team, our members, and partners through reports, blog posts, events, videos, and tools.
Join a community of peers and learn about new ways of moving capital towards impact through a practitioner lens.
Meet others working to move capital towards impact and learn together.
Explore the social investment landscape across Asia
Click on a country/territory to find out what the AVPN social investor community in that market is doing. About 20% of our members are also headquartered outside Asia, but are active across Asia in collaboration with Asian partners.
Global Market
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That's why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
Global Market
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That's why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
Global Market
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That's why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
Global Market
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That's why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
Global Market
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That's why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
Australia
One of the most dynamic economies in the world, Australia has a long-standing giving culture. Local grant-makers are leading the movement towards long-term strategic philanthropy.
China
A developing market and the 2nd largest economy of the world, China is emphasizing responsible business and investment to build a society of mutual prosperity.
Japan
An upper-middle-income market driven by religious values, Japan is fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
South Korea
After several decades of demonstrating rapid economic growth, South Korea is now sprouting demand for sustainable investing. With the new goal of increasing up to 50 percent of its investment in ESG assets by 2022, the market aims to set an example of social responsibility in Asia.
Indonesia
Indonesia remains poised to become the 4th largest economy in the world by 2030. Impressive growth in recent years along with the market's rich tradition of giving and the enhancement of SDGs implementation provide a strong foundation for the social investment ecosystem.
Malaysia
Malaysia's drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market. The government is making a concerted effort to grow and support the impact ecosystem.
Singapore
Singapore has a very robust and vibrant social investment ecosystem. Singapore is the gateway to the rest of Asia with several international relationships flowing through the Southeast Asia Hub. Singapore is well positioned to lead social investment in the region.
Philippines
With GDP growth rates hovering around 6.9%-7%, the Philippines is one of the top performers in Asia. While the pandemic has slowed growth, the market is positioned for a solid recovery. Strong civil society sector and the presence of many international social investors are catalysts for the country to achieve recovery and sustainable development.
Myanmar
AVPN is building a robust ecosystem for social investors with an active presence in Myanmar - from foundations and impact funds to corporations, intermediaries and beyond.
As an emerging market with one of the youngest populations in Southeast Asia, Myanmar offers significant opportunities for social investors to foster sustainable development and enhance the quality of life for millions within its growing middle class.
Cambodia
One of the fastest growing emerging economies in the world, Cambodia has been ranked as one of the least developed markets, so has a strong investment landscape potential. With a strong social sector and government support Cambodia has become a world leader in reducing poverty. Political stability gains have meant investment in Cambodia is ready to be unleashed. However, the strength of labour is weak, and so much potential for Cambodia is still dormant, worker rights have much room for improvement and domestic demand has significant under-utilized capacity.
Thailand
A middle-income market with strong collective values and proud history of independence, Thailand is an emerging economy, heavily export-dependent, with exports accounting for more than two-thirds of gross domestic product (GDP). Thailand is a pivotal market in SEA owing to the concentration of multinationals in Bangkok. It is a hub for investment companies and NGO's in SEA. Famous for tourism and hospitality, Thailand has difficulties ahead for sustainable tourism and reducing harm to the environment and could sustain more healthy domestic tourism.
South Asia
An upper-middle-income market driven by religious values, South Asia is fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
Vietnam
An upper-middle-income market driven by strong economic development, Vietnam is also fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
Hong Kong
One of the most dynamic economies in the world, Hong Kong is a significant gateway for international capital and has a long-standing giving culture. Local mega grant-makers are leading the movement towards long-term strategic philanthropy.
Taiwan
Renowned for its export-oriented technologically intensive economy, Taiwan also has a long tradition of charitable religious giving. In recent years, mainstream investors have started investing in impact-driven enterprises.
With 6x the population of any other region, Asia is the perfect place to make an impact and change the world. That’s why 20% of our members are from outside Asia and many of our members work across all Asia as Regional and Supporting members. Find out more about them.
One of the most dynamic economies in the world, Australia has a long-standing giving culture. Local grant-makers are leading the movement towards long-term strategic philanthropy.
A developing market and the 2nd largest economy of the world, China is emphasizing responsible business and investment to build a society of mutual prosperity.
One of the fastest growing emerging economies in the world, Cambodia has been ranked as one of the least developed countries, so has a strong investment landscape potential. With a strong social sector and government support Cambodia has become a world leader in reducing poverty. Political stability gains have meant investment in Cambodia is ready to be unleashed. However, the strength of labour is weak, and so much potential for Cambodia is still dormant, worker rights have much room for improvement and domestic demand has significant under-utilized capacity.
One of the most dynamic economies in the world, Hong Kong is a significant gateway for international capital and has a long-standing giving culture. Local mega grant-makers are leading the movement towards long-term strategic philanthropy.
Indonesia remains poised to become the 4th largest economy in the world by 2030. Impressive growth in recent years along with the country’s rich tradition of giving and the enhancement of SDGs implementation provide a strong foundation for the social investment ecosystem.
An upper-middle-income country driven by religious values, Japan is fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
Malaysia’s drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market. The government is making a concerted effort to grow and support the impact ecosystem.
AVPN is building a robust ecosystem for social investors with an active presence in Myanmar – from foundations and impact funds to corporations, intermediaries and beyond.
As an emerging market with one of the youngest populations in Southeast Asia, Myanmar offers significant opportunities for social investors to foster sustainable development and enhance the quality of life for millions within its growing middle class.
With GDP growth rates hovering around 6.9%-7%, the Philippines is one of the top performers in Asia. While the pandemic has slowed growth, the country is positioned for a solid recovery. Strong civil society sector and the presence of many international social investors are catalysts for the country to achieve recovery and sustainable development.
Singapore has a very robust and vibrant social investment ecosystem. Singapore is the gateway to the rest of Asia with several international relationships flowing through the Southeast Asia Hub. Singapore is well positioned to lead social investment in the region.
An upper-middle-income country driven by religious values, South Asia is fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
After several decades of demonstrating rapid economic growth, South Korea is now sprouting demand for sustainable investing. With the new goal of increasing up to 50 percent of its investment in ESG assets by 2022, the country aims to set an example of social responsibility in Asia.
Renowned for its export-oriented technologically intensive economy, Taiwan also has a long tradition of charitable religious giving. In recent years, mainstream investors have started investing in impact-driven enterprises.
A middle-income country with strong collective values and proud history of independence, Thailand is an emerging economy, heavily export-dependent, with exports accounting for more than two-thirds of gross domestic product (GDP). Thailand is a pivotal market in SEA owing to the concentration of multinationals in Bangkok. It is a hub for investment companies and NGO’s in SEA. Famous for tourism and hospitality, Thailand has difficulties ahead for sustainable tourism and reducing harm to the environment and could sustain more healthy domestic tourism.
An upper-middle-income country driven by strong economic development, Vietnam is also fast becoming a hub for responsible investment. Its drive for innovation continues to underpin its emerging social investment market.
Impact Communities
Connect to unusual allies with common goals
Members' Experience
What do our members think about AVPN?
Need help getting started?
Here are some directions and links that may help you fulfil your goal today.
Are you currently doing research on the impact space? Uncover the latest insights and perspectives from investors, practitioners, and sector leaders.
Are you looking to join conversations and be plugged into the network to grow your knowledge? Check out our upcoming events!
Are you from an Impact Organisation? Visit ImpactCollab and list your project!
