Leading voices from UK social enterprise, co-operatives and social investment have raised concerns over a “landmark” definition of the ‘impact economy’ that risks alienating a number of impactful organisations.
The 'social economy' is well established in many parts of the world, but the newer concept of 'impact economy' is increasingly taking ground – and it's not to everyone's liking. This week's view from the Pioneers Post newsroom.
At the launch of a report by New Philanthropy Capital, the power of shared measurement was made plain. As well as improved service capabilities, an increase to funding and more favourable government policy were welcome byproducts.
Charities are being criticised for their handling of data in the media. But without it, we'd never know how well they are performing, argues Sarah Handley of New Philanthropy Capital.
The time is ripe for social investment to take off. If it doesn't now, will it ever? Abi Rotheroe analyses the economic outlook and urges social ventures and their potential investors to make the most of the current state of interest rates.
