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”.
In a review of the bloc’s Social Economy Action Plan, the EU Commission said progress is “tangible” but commits to doing more to “level the playing field” for the sector.
FILM: Do we grasp the latest AI technology to amplify our impact, or steer clear for fear of causing harm? At SEWF25 in Taipei we explored cutting edge ideas with leading social entrepreneurs, and dived into the ethical conundrums of AI with global experts.
Three UK social impact bonds commissioned by the Department for Work and Pensions have performed above expectations and returned investor capital earlier than expected.
Three social ventures working in the energy, youth and recidivism sectors have been named winners of the first Stephen Lloyd awards, founded in memory of the renowned charity and social enterprise lawyer.
From Giorgio Armani and Roberto Cavalli to Dolce & Gabbana and Fendi, Italy is a global leader in the fashion industry. We meet the cooperative making a social impact in style.
The first US social impact bond is terminated early having failed to meet recividism targets, a new support service for social enterprises is launched in Australia and a £10m fund is launched for social ventures with big potential in the UK.
Jim Clifford urges social ventures to form more networks in order to multiply their collective impact. It’s not about removing competition, but it is time to develop healthier competitive relationships.
As the British Council sets out its ambition for social enterprise in a new film, its Global Head of Social Enterprise Dr Mairi Mackay says it’s time to open the doors to international collaboration
Wading through the jargon and ever lengthening acronyms of the social investment world can be an unpleasant experience to say the least. Matt Black assures that social investors are indeed human and offers valuable advice on dealing with them.
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Social investment is an "essential part" of Rob Wilson MP's vision for the future of civil society. The Minister writes for Pioneers Post on the 10th anniversary of the Futurebuilders social investment fund.
