On Purpose

Who we are

Our mission & vision:

On Purpose are working towards a world in which all organisations put purpose before profit thereby creating an economy that serves the wellbeing of all whilst regenerating the planet.

This requires a fundamental shift led by people who transform the organisations in which they work. We are the home for these leaders: a community that develops, challenges and sustains itself and others.

On Purpose is a unique community of people who are using their careers to create positive social and environmental impact.

We develop people who put purpose before profit, and who will help bring about an economy that works for all – an economy that is equitable and sustainable for the long-term.

Our Associate Programme will celebrate its thirteenth year in 2023. Running twice a year, the year-long programme works with a select group of high-potential career changers from a range of professional backgrounds, matching them to work with purpose led organisations, and supporting them through inspiring learning and development.

On Purpose operates as a social enterprise. We are a member of Social Enterprise UK, a founding UK B Corp, and a London Living Wage employer. We are based in London Euston, with offices in Paris and Berlin.

Working here puts you at the heart of an inspiring mix of people and organisations working to create positive change.

Our culture and values

Our values

At On Purpose, we...
Choose optimism - We believe in a better future and that everyone has a part to play in making it happen.

Learn together - Magic happens when we welcome diversity and learn together.

Step up - We take action in the interest of the whole.

Engage our head and heart - We are proud to be strong problem solvers, we are more proud to be a caring community.

Act with integrity - We walk our talk and live up to our responsibilities.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

On Purpose exists to work to bring about a transition to a healthy economy, one that operates within the boundaries of the planet and where all people are able to live fulfilled lives.

Within this mission, we recognise that we have the responsibility to ensure that we don’t replicate the injustices and inequalities of our current economy and society. This applies to both the work we do, and the ideas we seek to share. We want our future world to be one where everyone has the opportunity to lead a fulfilled life, no matter their ethnicity, disability, religion, sex, gender, sexuality or social class.

Read more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement here: https://onpurpose.org/en/about-us/purpose-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-statement/