Illuminating Impact Symposium.

Illuminating Impact Symposium with Unite to Light


"Unite to Light" is a Santa Barbara-based nonprofit organisation that provides solar-powered lighting and charging solutions to people around the world living without access to electricity. Indeed, over 700 million people still live without reliable access to electricity, yet it is widely known that access to clean, affordable light and energy is critical to improving health, education, and prosperity. Since its founding in 2010, Unite to Light and its partners have distributed over 275,000 solar lights and chargers to more than 80 countries, aiming to address key needs in education, maternal and child health, disaster response, and homelessness support. For the International Day of Light 2026, Unite to Light will host the Illuminating Impact: Thought Leadership Summit on May 15th at the Direct Relief Headquarters in Santa Barbara, focusing on discussing aspects of innovation, collaboration, and leadership at the intersection of light, sustainability, and global impact. The summit will convene climate and clean energy leaders, global health and education experts, philanthropists and impact investors, and local government and business leaders, creating a unique platform for cross-sector dialogue and partnership. Registration for in-person and online attendance is at this link.

Contact Kate Stevens at Unite to Light with the Email: kate@unitetolight.org

Location: Santa Barbara, CA, USA

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