Difference makers
At SAICA we believe that CAs(SA) are difference makers, not only by upholding high ethical standards and ensuring they’re equipped for the future, but by making an impact on society.
SAICA launched its Difference Makers organising concept, in alignment with Chartered Accountants Worldwide’s global brand position strategy to showcase real-life stories of members making a sustainable difference that yields positive business, social and economic returns for all; a difference that will elevate our noble profession as well as our beautiful country to new heights.
It is often said that actions speak louder than words. The true measure of leadership lies in the actions we take when inspired by noble causes, dreams and plans to make a difference. Leadership is not just the business designation we occupy, or the title and influence we have. True leadership lies in the doing; in the actions we take to make a difference. It is the difference between making the easy decisions to ensure short-term gain for a few and the tough decisions that will deliver long-term prosperity for many.
At SAICA, we believe CAs(SA) are the difference.
CAs(SA) are trained to uphold high ethical standards; they are equipped for the future and enabled to make an impact on business and in society and this is underpinned by a duty and responsibility to act in the public interest. The best way to do this, is to tell the stories of CAs(SA) who are purpose-driven to make the world a better place. To tell the stories of members who work towards remaining relevant and fit for the future, play a valuable role in their organisations and communities, live and work with integrity, and are focused on making positive changes that are in the interest of all.
In so doing, the Difference Makers initiative will not only connect the role of CAs(SA) to the contribution they make in the organisations where they work, in communities, society and the wider economy, but will also support SAICA’s global effort to restore trust in the CA(SA) designation.
If you want to submit an incredible story about how you or a CA(SA) you know are making a significant, sustainable difference in business and society, please send an email to differencemakers@saica.co.za.
SAICA, in turn, will be sharing these stories via a quarterly newsletter where our DifferenceMakers will be celebrated as well as on SAICA’s social media platforms, Accountancy SA magazine and our dedicated Difference Makers microsite.
We look forward to seeing the stories that come from you, our members, as we shift the focus to the positive, sustainable differences CAs(SA) are making in business and society.