After the Scottish government announces a new social economy strategy, and a potential £10m social impact partnerships fund, Social Enterprise Scotland chief calls for targeted funding for different business models.
This week: Triodos Bank and Ethex partner to boost impact crowdfunding, Australian investors allocate AU$100m in catalytic capital over the past three years, SASC brings in new investors to tackle homelessness, and more.
This week: German social enterprise advocates disappointed at country’s new startup strategy; UK social enterprises and co-operatives included in new government’s talks with business; social and solidarity economy in Mongolia mapped; and more...
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.
Art in a toilet, a navy base transformed into a hub for social innovation and a community wealth building pilot project: Pioneers Post reporter David Lyons explores social innovation initiatives in Amsterdam during the Euclid Network Impact Summit.
On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Vitalii Diakov tells us about the journey that he and his wife took from Odesa to Dundee, and the social enterprise they founded.
This week: Support lined up for circular economy in Taiwan; Unemployment in UK shows we can’t wait for new model of business, says B Lab boss; and the Earthshot prize heads to India.
