Social Enterprise

Balancing a strong social objective with running a successful enterprise is a tricky a business. However with the right knowledge and support, it’s achievable. We should know.

Social enterprise has undoubtedly added much needed value to the social sector and within the wider community and we want to preserve and enhance the achievements of social businesses from across the region.

We know that the business culture is continuously changing, with a significant shift from short term funding to the need for long term sustainability. In real terms, this means that individuals and businesses cannot remain dependent on short term funding streams and instead, need to look towards becoming enterprise driven – resulting in a successful and prosperous business, free from the restraints of funding and operating independently.

With the right dialogue and support, social entrepreneurs and business people can work together to find solutions to the challenges faced by social businesses when trying to ensure long term sustainability.

Whether you are an individual curious about business or a budding entrepreneur, we can help you develop solid business foundations in order for you social enterprise to be successful.

Our projects include:

SED and UrbanBiz Impact Assessment Tender

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