Impact conferences are an opportunity to discover perspectives from around the world. This month, Pioneers Post was in India and Brazil to bring you the latest on the conversations that matter for social entrepreneurs and impact investors.
Autocracy is on the rise worldwide, and impact investors seem reluctant to step in. But large-scale transformations to health, education or the environment need a strong democratic base, the Latimpacto event heard last week.
Social Enterprise World Forum’s Social Investment Manifesto calls for a reframing of social investment, as social enterprises remain excluded from investment opportunities in a market still split between profit maximisation and philanthropy.
Powerful stories of the fight for a safe place to learn find a global audience in New York and beyond, as Theirworld’s annual youth-led newspaper is launched on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
EXCLUSIVE: Research reveals gulf between UK and European counterparts in strength of the social economy, pointing to the Basque Country and Emilia-Romagna as regions to emulate, as lobbying steps up for business reform ahead of general election.
Erinch Sahan from DEAL says we shouldn't over-celebrate our wins. Plus, new research finds 10m social enterprises worldwide and how two startups harnessed ‘the power of tech’ for good. This week’s view from the Pioneers Post newsroom.
Your quick guide to the news in social enterprise, impact investment and mission-driven business. This week featuring World Economic Forum updates, good news about impact investments in Japan, plans to celebrate Suzanne Biegel's life and more.
Most comprehensive analysis to date launched at the World Economic Forum shows social entrepreneurship sector is twice as large as the global advertising industry.
The leaders of 16 organisations have been recognised by the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship for their advancements in social innovation at the 2024 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.
Global NGO says future of business lies in equitable corporate structures in report which takes aim at billionaire wealth and corporate monopolies as the World Economic Forum takes place in Davos.
From Muhammad Yunus’ conviction to the closure of Social Impact Ireland, we explore how setbacks in our impact journey can be used to fuel further change. Plus, the UK’s 2024 New Year Honours List awards changemakers from around the country.
Your quick guide to the news in social enterprise, impact investment and mission-driven business. This week featuring updates from B Lab Global, the International Cooperative Alliance, disco guitar legend Nile Rodgers and more.
After being convicted of violating labour laws, microfinance trailblazer Muhammad Yunus has been released on bail pending appeal, as his supporters call for fellow changemakers to stay vigilant, remain hopeful and continue the ‘good work’.
