• Asia’s faith-led groups could ‘unleash a wave of resources’ for social investment, AVPN’s Subberwal Batra tells conference

    At this week’s AVPN Global Conference – held for the first time in the United Arab Emirates – the social investors’ network points to untapped billions held by Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Christians and others, which could transform the region.

  • ‘Make the distinction between law and justice’ to avoid environmental destruction – lawyers urged at GAIL summit

    Indy Johar challenges GAIL summit delegates to aim for radical environmental justice, while other speakers discuss how lawyers hold the businesses accountable and whether EU sustainability laws could have a negative impact on the Global South.

  • Tree-huggers, board advisers, contract shapers: The lawyers leading the way for nature

    Lawyers are shaking off the profession’s dusty old image: bringing ‘Mother Nature’ into company boardrooms, defending the rights of trees, and future-proofing contracts. But how is this new generation balancing professionalism and progress?

  • Insights from the WISE100 Women in Social Enterprise 2024

    We caught up with our WISE100 winners after the ceremony in March to explore on camera their reflections on their success, the challenges they have faced, and their ambitions for the future. Also featuring a photo gallery of all the finalists.

  • UK social enterprise ‘top 100’ 2024 edition opens for nominations

    Pioneers Post and NatWest are seeking out the brightest and best applicants for this year's NatWest SE100 Social Business Awards. Don't miss your chance to be counted among the UK's top social enterprises this year.

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The Impact World this Week: 21 March 2024

Your quick guide to the most interesting news snippets about social enterprise, impact investment and mission-driven business around the world. This week featuring the Body Shop, Social Enterprise Scotland, Hello Tractor, and more.