Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network (EN)

🎙️ New Podcast Alert! In the latest episode of The Social Economist, we head to Scotland to learn from one of the world’s most forward-thinking social enterprise strategies! 🇬🇧 Our host, Toby Gazeley - Euclid Network’s Policy Lead - sits down with Martin Avila from CEIS Group to discuss Scotland's 10-year strategy for social enterprise: ✅ The journey behind Scotland’s decade-long leadership in social enterprise. ✅ Insights into the strategy’s success and impact. ✅ Plans for the next phase post-2026. As the EU works to develop robust strategies for social enterprises, Scotland offers invaluable lessons on innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration. 🎧 Ready to be inspired? Tune in now! 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dbWfnP7f A big thank you to Martin Avila for sharing these insights and to our producer, Jan T. Kiszowara, for making it happen! 🙌

🌟 From Impact to Innovation: ActImpAct’s Next Chapter We’re thrilled to share the success of the ActImpAct Project (2021-2024)! 🎉 Implemented in Slovenia by fund2740 high impact foundation and supported by Google.org's Social Innovation Fund, this transformative initiative empowered 150 underserved individuals—primarily women—with training and support to tackle societal challenges aligned with the SDGs. Building on this success, Fund2740 is excited to introduce the ActImpAct Initiative (AIAI)—a game-changer for social enterprises and support ecosystems: What AIAI Offers: 🔹 AI-powered tools to maximize impact. 🔹 Impact design strategies for balanced and sustainable growth. 🔹 Access to WISH (Workshops, Incubators, Solutions, and Hubs) to foster innovation and collaboration. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dKBDJN6A Our goal is to empower social enterprises and support networks—locally and globally—to drive meaningful change for people, the planet, and profit. Together, let’s shape the future of social innovation! 💪

🚀 Driving Positive Change Together! Last week, Euclid Network (EN) hosted the second session of the DPC Series: Capacity Building to Scale Impact 2024-2025 – Enhancing Member Engagement & Visibility Workshop. This highly interactive session brought Social Enterprise Support Organisations (SESOs) together to: ✅ Deepen member relationships ✅ Boost organisational visibility With insights from Regita Zeiļa and Līva Švarce from the Social Entrepreneurship Association of Latvia (Latvijas Sociālās uzņēmējdarbības asociācija), participants gained tangible strategies to amplify their impact. The workshop was a hub for peer-to-peer learning and collaboration. 🔑 Key takeaway: Member engagement is a journey of reflection, connection, and strategic action—and visibility is the key to scaling success. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/d7wE_TqU Missed it? Join the Euclid Network family and access exclusive, tailor-made workshops to your organisational needs. Stay tuned for the next session! Together, let’s drive positive change. 🌟

🌍 860 million people volunteer every month, contributing 1.9% to GDP in OECD countries—but global volunteerism is declining. This #InternationalVolunteerDay, let's spark a movement to reverse this trend and unlock the full potential of volunteering for local development. 📢 Join the OECD webinar to explore key insights, trends, and strategies from experts and practitioners.

🌟 Exciting News from Euclid Network! 🌟 We are thrilled to welcome John Kearns to the Euclid Network board! John brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the table: ✨ Chairperson of SERI (Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland), driving innovation and support for Irish social enterprises. ✨ Chief Executive of Partas, a leading social enterprise with a proven track record of success in Dublin. ✨ An accomplished entrepreneur, with a first-class MBA in Entrepreneurship and specialized studies in minority entrepreneurship in the US. ✨ Former Irish representative on the GECES Expert Advisory Group to the European Commission, lending his voice to European social enterprise policies. With his passion for empowering communities and his dedication to creating positive impact, John is poised to make a remarkable contribution to the Euclid Network's mission of advancing social enterprise and innovation across Europe. 🌍 Join us in giving a warm welcome to John Kearns! Together, we continue to shape a brighter, more inclusive future. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/d8qghKmU

Join the global campaign on People and Planet First Week (18-22 November) 🌱 to discover, celebrate and support verified enterprises that are actively putting people and the planet first in all their business decisions. Whether you’re a business owner, a conscious consumer or an advocate for a better world, this week offers you opportunities to join meaningful conversations, discover People and Planet First verified enterprises around you, showcase your products and services, engage with other enterprises and be part of global impact. Save the dates in your calendar and check this link to find out multiple ways you can be part of the week: https://lnkd.in/eeg5-BJU #PeopleAndPlanetFirstWeek #PeopleAndPlanetFirst SEWF - Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. Good Market Social Enterprise Kenya Asian Institute for Impact Measurement and Management South Australian Social Enterprise Council (SASEC) Purchasing with Purpose REDF fund2740 high impact foundation Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network (EN) SENVIC Social Enterprise Network Victoria Institut Keusahawanan Negara (INSKEN) WASEC (WA Social Enterprise Council) SENTAS Social Enterprise Network Tasmania Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) Social Enterprise Australia Queensland Social Enterprise Council COSV - Coordinamento delle Organizzazioni per il Servizio Volontario C3 - Companies Creating Change EKHOS Social Enterprise Northern Ireland ScaleChanger ACT Grupa World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) Koalicija za razvoj solidarne ekonomije - Coalition for Solidarity Economy Development Yunus Thailand The Impact Collective PDX Yekpare | Yekpare Social Enterprise Turkiye Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland Social Enterprise Scotland Associação Portuguesa para a Inovação Social - ESLIDER Social Entrepreneurship Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. Sociale Entreprenører i Danmark Social Enterprise Ghana Társadalmi Vállalkozás Koalíció Yunus Social Business Social Enterprise Alliance Buy Social Canada Fair Trade Federation Social Enterprise Ethiopia SELCO Foundation

🌍 Happy Social Enterprise Day! Today, we celebrate the power of social enterprises to drive meaningful change across communities and economies worldwide. A special thank you to our incredible Euclid Network members for their tireless work in championing social innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Your efforts inspire us every day and showcase the transformative impact of the social enterprise movement. 🎉 Let’s spotlight the amazing work being done to create a fairer, greener, and more inclusive future. Join the conversation using #SocialEnterpriseDay and share how you’re making an impact! Together, we can create a better tomorrow. Academy of Entrepreneurship (AKEP.EU) Social Entrepreneurship Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. fonduri-structurale.ro Social Enterprise UK Avise Ideell Arena WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Diaconia University of Applied Sciences Reach for Change ScaleChanger SLOAM, Slovenian Youth Agency Associação Portuguesa para a Inovação Social - ESLIDER Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland Social Impact Award Social Enterprise NL Sociale InnovatieFabriek Social Enterprise Estonia Mouvement Impact France ABD Yekpare Smart Kolektiv BCause Foundation Sociale Entreprenører i Danmark Social Economy Ukraine fund2740 high impact foundation Center for Social Innovation - CSI Brabant Outcomes Fund Boğaziçi University Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) Social Enterprise Scotland CSI - Centre for Social Investment Empow'Her ESS France (La Chambre française de l'économie sociale et solidaire) Forum for social innovation Sweden Ideell Arena Irish Social Enterprise Network Koç University Lithuanian Social Innovation Cluster PULSE GROUP SEAM (Social Entrepreneurs Association Malta)

🎙️ New Podcast Alert! In the 5th episode of Season 2 of The Social Economist, we dive into Germany's groundbreaking National Strategy for Social Enterprises, adopted in 2023! 🇩🇪 Our host Toby Gazeley - Euclid Network's Policy Lead - is joined by Jessamine Davis - Social Entrepreneurship Netzwerk Deutschland e.V.'s Policy Co-Lead - to unpack the details behind the strategy: ✅ How it was developed and adopted. ✅ What it means for social enterprises in Germany. ✅ The role of champions within government. ✅ Key support measures like new investment opportunities, procurement access, and a unified definition for social enterprises. 📅 Note: This interview was recorded before Germany’s recent political developments leading to an early election in 2025. 🎙️ Ready to explore the future of social enterprise? Tune in now to learn more! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/d2x4aWQZ Big thanks to our producer, Jan T. K. 🙌

Welcome to the Euclid Network Family, Center for Social Innovation - CSI! 🎉 We’re beyond excited to announce that the Center for Social Innovation (CSI) Cyprus has joined Euclid Network! 🙌 CSI Cyprus stands as a beacon of resilience and innovation, bridging the gap between business and social responsibility to create a better world. Established during a challenging economic period in Cyprus, CSI has grown into a global powerhouse, with over 60 professionals managing 120+ projects across 4 continents. From promoting youth and women entrepreneurship to championing STEM education and community empowerment, their mission aligns perfectly with our collective vision of impactful social innovation. 💡 Why CSI Cyprus? Their journey is a testament to the power of collaboration and purpose-driven action. As founding member Sotiris Themistokleous shared: “We believe all businesses must have a social agenda, or the divisions in society will only deepen.” Joining Euclid Network marks a new chapter for CSI Cyprus as they seek to build stronger partnerships, advocate for systemic change, and co-create solutions to global challenges. 💬 "Together, we aim to redefine the relationship between business, civil society, and governments—creating a new social contract for a brighter, more inclusive future." Welcome aboard, CSI Cyprus! Let’s inspire, innovate, and impact together. 🚀 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dsmBFJxs

🌟 Exciting News: Jan Peloza Joins the Euclid Network Board! We’re proud to welcome Jan Peloza, MBA - Managing Director of Impact Hub Ljubljana - to the Euclid Network Board! A true leader in social innovation, Jan has spent over 15 years empowering change-makers, advancing sustainability, and building cross-sector solutions for a better world. 💡 What makes Jan extraordinary? With an MBA and a background in computer science and social marketing, Jan merges technology, creativity, and business acumen to address complex global challenges. He’s a co-founder and leader of multiple international and national networks dedicated to sustainability and youth empowerment. 🏆 Recognised Impact: ➡ Awarded by the World Health Organization and the European Commission for his groundbreaking work in public health and youth advocacy. ➡ Trainer, facilitator, and consultant for organisations like the World Health Organisation, European Youth Card Association, SLOAM, Slovenian Youth Agency and more. Jan’s leadership and expertise will be instrumental as we continue to support change-makers shaping a more inclusive, sustainable future. Let’s celebrate this exciting addition to the Euclid Network board! 🎉 Learn more ➡ https://lnkd.in/dGe56rqK