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Social entrepreneurs are building an important legacy in Ethiopia and beyond. But many people don't get it – and some politicians "think we're tree huggers". Soundbites from attendees at this week's Social Enterprise World Forum.
Ethiopian ministers pledge to support social enterprise as 1,200 delegates from 70 countries gather in Addis Ababa for the 12th Social Enterprise World Forum.
A survey of the 45 largest economies reveals a significant shuffle since previous findings three years ago – with bruising results for former frontrunners, the US and UK.
The UK’s social enterprises are in good health but recruitment is a growing concern, says new research. One government minister says a divided nation should look to the sector for solutions.
Social entrepreneurs may acknowledge there’s a crisis unfolding, but that doesn’t mean there’s a clear path ahead for how they should respond. Are they falling short – or does the responsibility lie elsewhere?
Government officials in the world’s fourth largest country say social enterprises can help create an economy that “leaves no one behind” – while entrepreneurs call for more support in return.
Representatives from 20 European countries have sent a wishlist to the newly-elected European Parliament, calling for a doubled budget, a new visibility campaign and tighter procurement rules.
