  Pursuing sustainable development has become a global imperative, underscored
adopting of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable
Development Goals (SDG). At the heart of this agenda lies the recognition of
social sustainability as a pivotal component, emphasizing the need for
inclusive societies where every individual can thrive. Despite its
significance, social sustainability remains a "forgotten pillar," often
overshadowed by environmental concerns. In response, this paper presents the
development and validation of the S-Assessment Tool for Social Sustainability,
a comprehensive questionnaire designed to evaluate organizations' performance
across critical dimensions such as health and wellness, gender equality, decent
work, and economic growth, reducing inequalities, and responsible production
and consumption. The questionnaire was constructed on the critical dimensions
identified through a systematic and narrative hybrid approach to the analysis
of peer-reviewed literature. The framework has been structured around the
values of the SDGs. It aims to empower organizations to better understand and
address their social impact, fostering positive change and contributing to the
collective effort towards a more equitable and sustainable future. Through
collaborative partnerships and rigorous methodology, this research underscores
the importance of integrating social sustainability into organizational
practices and decision-making processes, ultimately advancing the broader
agenda of sustainable development.
