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”.
A special feature by Pioneers Post and social entrepreneur Jess Thompson – whose fear and sense of powerlessness on being hospitalised with Covid-19 were brought into sharp relief through conversations with Migrateful's refugee chefs.
It's one of the best-known social enterprises in Britain, but when Covid-19 hit, The Big Issue risked rapid failure. Our special 'immersive' feature follows the journey through a crucial 10 days and explores what the future holds.
Residents of a blighted South African township are turning some of the waste that has harmed their environment into a source of income, as well as inviting tourists into their community.
A brand new social enterprise body for Australia launched in May, representing 20,000 social enterprises across the country. ASENA advocacy lead Nicholas Verginis sets out the big vision – and some very concrete next steps.
Deadline days: don't miss out on the latest emergency grants, loans and other funding sources for social enterprises, charities and community groups around the world.
To speak, just wave your spoon... With UK charities facing soaring demand for grief counselling due to Covid-19, social enterprises such as The Loss Project are using virtual meeting spaces – including 'Spoon Rooms' – to help mourners support each other online.
As foundations plan to boost the UK’s emergency loan fund for social enterprises, our exclusive interview with the UK’s top impact CIO, Jeremy Rogers, reveals that mergers, as well as money, may be needed to save struggling social investors.
The first ever detailed mapping of Egypt’s creative industries was completed this year. From Cairo, our Young Storymaker Nour Ibrahim explores why it matters – and what’s next for the country’s artists and entrepreneurs.
Social sector organisations – and those they exist to help – have been deeply shaken by Covid-19. As they tread slowly towards a longed-for recovery phase, Big Issue Invest CEO Danyal Sattar shares what social investors can do now to support them.
