The Friendship Bench for social innovators is back at the Skoll World Forum 2026 (in English and Spanish)! 

You are invited to visit one of the benches for a quiet moment to pause and share what’s on your mind: from leadership challenges to wellbeing concerns, financial issues to simply ‘thinking out loud’. Hosted by the Elders Council for Social Entrepreneurs, their partnership with Ashoka Fellow's Friendship Bench Zimbabwe creates a dedicated space that allows you to connect with your peers and elders from within the Skoll and Ashoka Community (experienced social innovators of any age). They’re here to listen to you, here to support you.

When: Wednesday 22 & Thursday 23 April, 12:00-14:00

Where: Reception area of Saïd Business School (Non-ticketed area). 

Don’t forget to mark it in your app schedule and spread the word! No appointment needed.

(For more information about Ashoka at Skoll, here you’ll find an overview of Ashoka’s presence, with our event details and the Fellows attending!)