How the word ‘impact’ has adverse effects—and why honest language matters in the social sector

Behar, Anurag (2026) How the word ‘impact’ has adverse effects—and why honest language matters in the social sector. Mint.

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Abstract

The social sector is suffused with the term ‘impact’, thanks largely to the force of habit. Donors use it and so do non-profit organizations. But how we use language matters, for it shapes how we think. And we mustn’t imply a direct causality where there isn’t.

Item Type:	Newspaper Article
Authors:	Behar, Anurag
Document Language:	Language English
Subjects:	Social sciences > Political Science > Public policy Social sciences > Social problems & services Technology > Management & public relations
Divisions:	Azim Premji University - Bengaluru
Full Text Status:	Restricted
URI:	http://publications.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/id/eprint/7494
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