The Certified Social Impact Supporter (CSIS™) accreditation recognizes nonprofit organizations, community-driven entities, and licensed social initiatives that integrate business development principles—based on the BDA BoCK™—into their social projects, programs, or capacity-building initiatives.
What is CSIS™?
The Certified Social Impact Supporter (CSIS™) accreditation recognizes nonprofit organizations, community-driven entities, and licensed social initiatives that integrate business development principles—based on the BDA BoCK™—into their social projects, programs, or capacity-building initiatives.
This accreditation is specifically tailored to institutions that pursue sustainable development, empowerment, and community advancement through structured and measurable impact, without aiming for commercial profit.
Benefits of CSIS™
CSIS™ certification enhances the organization’s credibility and capacity to attract recognition, funding, and strategic collaboration. Key benefits include:
1) Recognition of structured social impact
- Confirms that the entity delivers measurable development through internationally aligned frameworks.
2) Better access to grants and funding
- Offers clear documentation of results and methodology to donors and partners.
3) Institutional transparency and credibility
- Strengthens the organization’s reporting tools and stakeholder trust.
4) Right to use the CSIS™ seal
- For use in reports, official communications, and public recognition materials.
CSIS™ accreditation includes nonprofit organizations that support business development initiatives by:
Community-based programs focused on skills development and entrepreneurship
Initiatives that promote economic empowerment of women and youth
Innovation and professional development hubs with a non-profit structure
To qualify, organizations must demonstrate a clear social and economic impact, an effective organizational structure, and financial and administrative transparency.
BDAAT Evaluation Framework
The BDAAT (Business Development Accreditation Assessment Tool) is a comprehensive digital tool designed to evaluate nonprofit organizations seeking CSIS™ accreditation. The tool ensures a fair and transparent evaluation process, based on five key pillars that reflect organizational excellence, social impact, and adherence to the BDA BoCK® standards.
Evaluation Table
Criteria | Criteria | Indicators | Score % |
|---|---|---|---|
Alignment with BDA BoCK™ | 30% | Inclusion of BDA BoCK™ competencies in programs and initiatives | –
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Social and Economic Impact | 25% | Program results, number of beneficiaries, sustainability | –
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Member Development and Capacity | 20% | Staff training, capacity-building initiatives | –
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Transparency & Governance | 15% | Annual reports, financial controls, governance policies | – |
Continuous Improvement | 10% | System enhancements, program updates, use of digital tools | – |
Total Score | 100% | Minimum required: 75/100 | – |
CSIS™ Fees
The Community Supporting Professional Impact accreditation fee is designed to cover all assessment stages, issue official certification, and provide ongoing support to accredited bodies. The fee also includes obtaining the official badge for use in marketing materials and training certificates.
Fee Type | Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
Initial Accreditation Fee | Free |
Annual Renewal Fee | Free |
Can a single project be accredited?
Yes, as long as it meets the documentation and alignment criteria.
Is a physical site visit required?
Not mandatory. Most reviews are conducted via digital documentation.
Is the seal allowed in marketing campaigns?
It may be used in awareness or reporting materials—not for commercial promotion.
Are applications accepted in different languages?
Yes. Arabic and English documentation are both accepted.
Other Accreditations
Accredited Academic Institution - AAI™
Official accreditation by BDA for leading academic institutions in business development
Accredited Consulting Firm - ACF™
Official accreditation by BDA for the leading consulting firms in business development
Accredited Government Entity - AGE™
Official accreditation by BDA for government entities driving economic development
Accredited Non-Profit Organization - ANPO™
Official accreditation by BDA for nonprofit organizations empowering communities and businesses
