
The RISE PECOWorld Summit 2025 (RPS25), hosted by RISE Infinity Foundation and Idobro Impact Solutions, officially kicks off from January 27 to February 1, 2025, uniting global changemakers, innovators, and thought leaders for its milestone 12th edition. This year’s theme, “Think Different, Act Together,” emphasizes systems thinking and collaborative efforts to address critical global challenges.
Opening Plenary and Key Highlights
The Opening Plenary features the unveiling of the RISE Values—Responsible, Inclusive, Sustainable, and Ecosystem-Friendly—with insights from prominent global leaders including Mikiko Tanaka (UN ESCAP), Dr. Tina Opie (Founder, Shared Sisterhood), Aisha Khan (CEO, CSCCC), and Susan Leger Ferraro (Social Entrepreneur).
Speakers such as Dr. Rajan Sudesh Ratna (UN ESCAP), Cheryl Kiser (Babson College, USA), and Arun Maira (former Planning Commission Member) will lead discussions on systems thinking and regenerative leadership throughout the summit.
Celebrating Changemakers

The event will honor exceptional individuals with the RISE Citizen Award during the Closing Plenary on February 1, 2025, recognizing their contributions to sustainability, equity, and social impact.
Global Perspectives and Unique Formats
RPS25 will showcase host sessions from Canada, Nigeria, the Netherlands, and Singapore, fostering international collaboration. The summit’s Fest, Forum, and Tour approach features over 25 interactive formats, including:
RISE Forest Plantation by CommuniTree
Cultural showcases like “Reviving Rangla Punjab” and “Sangti Valley: The Zero Waste Village”
Creative expressions such as “Sur Aur Shwaas: Wellness Through Indian Music”
Digital Innovation
This year introduces advanced digital features:
AI-driven personalization for sessions
Virtual lounges for networking and mentoring
Resource-sharing tools for polls, brochures, and catalogues
Leadership Insights
Karon Shaiva, Convenor of RISE PECOWorld, remarked, “RPS25 unites diverse voices to amplify collective impact. Through Purpose, Profit, and Peace, we aim to leave no one behind.”
Join the Movement
Begin your journey toward a sustainable future with RPS25. For details, visit http://www.risesummit.in or contact dhritiman.das@idobro.com.
About Karon Shaiva
Karon Shaiva, the Convenor of RISE PECOWorld, is an award-winning social entrepreneur, recognized for her leadership by UN Women and various national organizations. She advocates for Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Citizenship, and Ownership (PECO) to address global issues collaboratively.
About RISE Infinity Foundation and Idobro Impact Solutions
RISE Infinity Foundation (RIF): Established in 2014, RIF empowers individuals and institutions to positively impact SDGs through poverty alleviation, ecosystem restoration, and disaster management.
Idobro Impact Solutions: For over 12 years, Idobro has provided market-based solutions, forging alliances and overcoming systemic barriers using the Gender, Innovation, Finance, and Technology (GIFT) lens.
The RISE PECOWorld Summit 2025 is set to redefine sustainability and global collaboration. Join the conversation and be part of the change!
