OPINION: There is a critical layer in the impact movement – the intermediaries that support social entrepreneurs and impact investors. But we must rethink the economics of this field-building role.
EXPERT INSIGHT: New legislation puts social enterprises, co-operatives and other inclusive businesses at the centre of an economy that works for people, communities and the planet. And it’s part of a wider global conversation.
As tens of thousands of delegates gather in Paris this week for the ChangeNOW conference, we dive into challenging conversations on financing nature restoration, how to revive collective action in 2026 and fighting “greenhushing”.
Employee ownership is a win-win for businesses and workers alike, so why hasn’t there been more uptake? The founder of Social Capital Partners in Canada, Bill Young, on the barriers – and possible solutions.
Greater use of tiered funding, innovation challenges and outcomes finance will help organisations across the impact space “blaze new paths to shape our world for the better”, EVPA Conference delegates told.
How do social innovators turn crisis into opportunity? Three impact ventures share their experiences of adapting, pivoting and even expanding since the coronavirus outbreak.
The new generation of leaders appear to be flocking towards more responsible ways of doing business. But are they really so different to their parents and grandparents?
The founder of Social Value International tells the British Council's Paula Woodman that not everybody wants the world to change, we don't need to be perfect but we should try to feel uncomfortable.
STARS OF SEWF2020: Rona Glynn-McDonald is a proud Kaytetye woman who, as a director at YLab and founder of the nonprofit Common Ground, is flipping the power dynamic when it comes to influencing change.
How do you capture a butterfly without crushing its wings? Just one challenge explored by Dr Simon Kaye of New Local Government Network and Pat Fernandes of Advice for Renters, who join podcast co-hosts Bob Thust and Maff Potts.
As Covid-19 exposes “cracks in economic system”, EVPA chair calls on impact networks and investors to “build a powerful voice”, to “build back a more inclusive and just society” – with impact “at the heart”.
European funding for the social economy faces uncertainty over the coming months – but European Commission representatives reiterate strong support and point to success of existing financial instruments.
