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The Schwab Foundation has been working with members of the Global Alliance for Social Entrepreneurship to rally private sector commitments to increase support for social innovators through the #RiseAhead pledge. One of the signatories is Kale Grubu. Kale has managed a comprehensive social entrepreneurship programmes portfolio in Türkiye since 2017. The programmes include a competitive, annually held non-dilutive award programme (IBSG), a youth academy to empower future social entrepreneurs(DIBA), and an emergency response grant program for IBSG laureates. Kale Group considers the financial sustainability of the enterprises and decreasing their dependency on external funding to be the top priority. Kale Group pledges to gradually redesign its monetary support scheme as impact investing and capacity-building accordingly. Kale Group also aims to build a more dynamic and diverse community and extend the scope of its academy to secondary education. Collaboration with the private sector, policymakers and advocacy groups is another core pillar of Kale’s vision as a thought leader. Learn more about the pledge and how to sign here: https://lnkd.in/dYiz6DCZ #SocialInnovation #Alliance4SE

I am thrilled to announce that I will be joining the Project Makers Accelerate program as a one of their Social Impact Mentors! 🌟 Project Makers is dedicated to cultivating and investing in entrepreneurs from Puerto Rico, providing education, resources, technology, capital, and mentorship. Their programs offer direct community support and houses the first social impact business accelerator in the island. With more than a decade of experience in social impact, particularly in environmental stewardship and community development, I am excited to bring my expertise to support the incredible entrepreneurs in this program. Originating from the economic development pillar of Vimenti by Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Project Makers is committed to eradicating child poverty on our island. This ambitious mission drives them to seek out and support entrepreneurs and projects aligned with our goals, helping to move the needle on poverty reduction. Through, the "Project Makers: Social Impact" Accelerate program, we will focus on scaling both business success and social impact. I am excited to contribute to this incredible mission and work alongside inspiring entrepreneurs dedicated to making a difference. During the 4-month Accelerate phase, Project Makers provides comprehensive support to social entrepreneurs to help them scale and expand their businesses through education, mentorship, personalized technical assistance, and access to capital. Participants will benefit from group educational sessions and individual mentorship and technical assistance sessions. In this cohort, 15 companies will have the opportunity to receive up to $50,000 in investment through a SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: 1. No Poverty 2. Good Health and Well-Being 3. Quality Education 4. Decent Work and Economic Growth 5. Reduced Inequalities 6. Sustainable Cities and Communities At the end of the program, a “Showcase” event will be held where companies can present their progress to the community and potential investors. I am excited to contribute to this incredible mission and work alongside inspiring entrepreneurs dedicated to making a difference. #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #PuertoRico #ProjectMakers #Mentorship #SustainableDevelopmentGoals

🌟 Success Stories: Reaching Out in the GETM4 Project! 🌟    In this post, we highlight how GETM4 members are extending their impact beyond academia and fostering collaborations that address today’s most pressing challenges.    🌟 David Parks OBE, The Skill Mill Manager Director, presented at the Social Outcomes Conference in September 2024 at University of Oxford with a talk titled “It’s not what you do, it’s the way that you do it: style over substance in cross-sectoral partnerships.” During his presentation, David showcased GETM4 as an exemplary model for creating long-lasting, multi-stakeholder, and cross-sector partnerships.    🌟David Parks is the founding director and manager director of The Skill Mill, a social enterprise dedicated to young people involved in the criminal justice system. David is an Associate Partner of the Centre of Offenders and Offending at Northumbria University Newcastle and council member at Tallinn University’s Social Entrepreneurship Incubator. The Skill Mill has grown across England and received numerous accolades including 2 Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in 2021. In 2024, Parks has been named an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours list 👑 for services to young people. 🤝David Parks is an active contributor to the GETM4 project. He has attended to the sandpit held by Kyungpook National University and Chonnam National University, ran a session at the Innovation Day as part of the sandpit at Northumbria University Newcastle and will be at the sandpit at Adolfo Ibáñez University in 2025.  These partnerships are not only tackling the immediate problems of our times but are also striving to build a sustainable and just future. The work contributes directly to the ‘what works’ agenda, providing actionable insights for those seeking to make a lasting difference.   #GETM4project #SuccessStories #ReachingOut #CrossSectorCollaboration #Sustainability #WhatWorks 

Application is now open for the 2024 Springboard Elevate Programme Deadline 15 August 2024 The Springboard Elevate Programme is a 3-month fellowship programme that supports purpose-driven social entrepreneurs who lead impact projects that improve the lives of under-represented communities. The programme aims to craft a space for young social entrepreneurs representing or working with under-represented communities to enhance their leadership, storytelling, resource mobilisation skills for venture development. They are looking for courageous young founders who are driving change and creating impact in local communities to be part of this vibrant cohort. You will be supported by a network of young founders, entrepreneurship support organizations, and UN agencies to amplify your impact further. What will you gain from joining the programme? >>Business Insights and Skills Development >>Invitation to Join Springboard PLUS 2025 >>Access Opportunities >>Media Exposure: Gain opportunities for your work and success stories to be featured on social media and other platforms >>Community support >>Crowdfunding Coaching Support & Access Capital Eligibility Criteria >>At least one founder/s are aged 18-35 (within their respective national definition of Youth); >>The applicant is from underrepresented community in their country, OR their project works with /serves marginalized communities (including but not limited to rural population, women, persons with disabilities, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) persons, minorities, Indigenous Peoples, migrants and refugees) >>The youth founder is a citizen of one of the following countries: Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Hong Kong SAR, Iran, Laos, Maldives, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Japan, South Korea, Timor-Leste, Malaysia, Nepal, Samoa, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, The Philippines, Viet Nam >>The project operates in one of the mentioned countries The project is at least at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage >>Demonstrates commitment and dedication to addressing the challenges faced by marginalised communities Non-profit and for-profit organizations are welcomed to apply. https://lnkd.in/g-JtEk2r

How can we spark social innovation at academias? Why do we love wicked problems? Who could become a changemaker? Adam Jagiello-Rusilowski facilitated a futuring lab at Riga Business School to promote Future DiverCities project and social entrepreneurship. We played some "silly games", explored reversed perceptions and mindset shifts. That gave us a good opening to chat about empathy, social change, and wicked problems. Ashoka is eager to break them down and has a way of solving them. A fresh example is our work with the coalition for Karosta in the @Future DiverCities project. We presented the role of the narrative for the community and how it can get university students and faculty engaged along local social entrepreneurs and NGO leaders. #socialinnovation #changemaking #wickedproblems #engageduniversity 

🌟 Insights from a paper session on "Social Entrepreneurship" 🌟 This week, we're excited to share some highlights from the diverse and insightful sessions at our conference. Another paper session was about #socialentrepreneurship. The main theme of this session focused on the challenges and strategies of social enterprises and B Corps. The discussions shed light on the risks of mission drift, the importance of supportive networks, the paradox of prosperity in fostering opportunities, and the need for better strategic and organizational insights to address pressing social issues like energy poverty in the EU. Thank you so much to the leading expert presenters, moderators, and commentators during the Q&A session. Shout out to: - María José Manjón Rodríguez, PhD and Carolina Villegas-Galaviz with their work entitled "Energy caring: Justice and ethics of care for social entrepreneurship as nurturing organizations tackling energy poverty" - Lutz, Petrini, and Natalia Aguilar Delgado with their work entitled "Mission drift in social enterprises: Mapping spaces of vulnerability" - Natalia Vidal, Patterson, and Spetic with their work entitled "Furthering the B Corp movement: Unpacking the mechanisms underlying collective institutional entrepreneurship" - Dr. Paul Radich, Hsu, Jacobi, and Acatrinei with their work entitled "Societal determinants of individual flourishing: Macro-level freedom and prosperity data correlated with micro-level human flourishing data: A multi-level analysis" Join us in exploring and supporting the future of social entrepreneurship! 🌍 🔗 Organized by IABS Association (www.iabs.net) #IamIABS #WeAreIABS #SocialEntrepreneurship #Bcorp #MissionDrift #EnergyPoverty #Innovation #ResearchExcellence #BusinessAndSociety #Prosperity #HumanFlourishing #IABS2024 #IABS

🚀 Championing Student Entrepreneurship in Nigeria 🌍 In 2019, I had the incredible privilege of being a finalist in the Nigerian Student Venture Prize (NSVP), a groundbreaking initiative by Edugist aimed at fostering entrepreneurship among Nigerian students. This experience was a pivotal moment in my journey, igniting my passion for innovation and equipping me with the tools to transform ideas into impactful ventures. Today, I’m honored to work at Edugist as a Business Developer and Project Manager, where I contribute to initiatives like NSVP that empower the next generation of changemakers. The NSVP was designed to bridge the gap between innovation and opportunity for Nigerian students. It provides a platform for young minds to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas, receive mentorship, and access funding. Since its inception, the program has made a significant impact by nurturing businesses that address pressing societal challenges and drive economic growth. Why is the NSVP critical for Nigeria? Nigeria has one of the largest youth populations in the world, yet unemployment and underemployment remain significant challenges. By equipping students with entrepreneurial skills and opportunities, NSVP is transforming these challenges into a powerful force for sustainable development. The program not only fosters job creation but also inspires a culture of innovation, resilience, and problem-solving among Nigerian youth. To scale this impact across the country, partnerships are crucial. Organizations like the Mastercard Foundation, The Tony Elumelu Foundation, UNICEF Innovation Fund, International Labour Organization (ILO), and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which are committed to empowering young people through entrepreneurship, education, and innovation, could play transformative roles in expanding NSVP’s reach and influence. Together, we can: 1. Empower more student entrepreneurs with resources and mentorship. 2. Expand the program nationwide, reaching underserved regions. 3. Foster collaboration among like-minded organizations. At Edugist, we believe in the power of collaboration to create meaningful change. Let’s work together to champion entrepreneurship, unlock potentials, and shape a prosperous future for Nigeria. If your organization is interested in partnering with us to drive this impact, let’s start a conversation! PS: The picture is of myself rehearsing my pitch during the 2019 NSVP edition. #Entrepreneurship #Education #YouthDevelopment #NSVP #Edugist #Nigeria

💡Community of Practice is a catalyst for building a more sustainable and fairer society.   🌱This week, we had the opportunity to publicly discuss the significance and benefits of Community of Practice in social economy and social entrepreneurship at the regional level. The meeting of social enterprises in Prešov self-governing region brought together a group of experts, key stakeholders, and enthusiasts to establish the first Community of Practice under the guidance of World Bank experts. 🤝Thank you Alina-Nona Petric Vladimir Benc Imren Arslanoglu   A Community of Practice is a time-tested approach for sharing experiences, innovations, inspirations, and also needs in creating a favourable ecosystem for social economy and social entrepreneurship. It is important to recognize that advocacy and policy influence within a CoP are powerful tools for driving change.   It is amazing to see how collective effort and knowledge sharing can lead to significant advancements and innovations. Investing in the development and support of CoP in the field of social entrepreneurship is an investment in the future, bringing benefits to society as a whole.   #CommunityOfPractice #Innovation

🎓 Exciting News! 🎓 Later today, at 14:15 hrs, Xing Li will proudly defend her PhD thesis titled "Institutions and Social Entrepreneurship: A Multilevel Perspective" at Utrecht University School of Economics. Xing’s research delves into how social entrepreneurship can address critical societal issues—like poverty, healthcare, and education gaps—by blending market-driven strategies with social missions. Her thesis takes a multilevel approach, examining how broader social and institutional contexts influence individual decisions to engage in social entrepreneurship. Her research highlights for example how social enterprises can collaborate with communities to maximize social impact, even when interests diverge. See 👇 for more details! It was a great pleasure and privilege to supervise Xing together with Friedemann Polzin. Through her academic work, Xing hopes to contribute to a world where social entrepreneurship plays a pivotal role in creating lasting change in areas like social justice, culture, and the environment. Scentiss Community #SocialEntrepreneurship #socent #Research #SocialImpact #Society #Innovation #Policy #UtrechtUniversity

🗣️Discussions are rich with innovative ideas and practical solutions for advancing responsible management education at the #PRMEGlobalForum! Check out highlights from the session on 'Catalyzing change; building inclusive economies: Social entrepreneurship as the way forward': - Archana Suresh, Telangana-Social Impact Group, discussed the importance of mentorship and support in an early entrepreneurial journey and the need to change the mindset of corporations. - Vikrant Pandey, FIGHTBACKNEPAL, highlighted the differences in culture between entrepreneurs in the East vs West, but noted there are certain frameworks that are common (Strength, Skill, Sustainability). - Nadeera Ranabahu, PhD, University of Canterbury, described the need for people passionate about social justice and that can have an impact on social issues, and the role of universities in aiding in skill development and capacity building when it comes to encouraging social entrepreneurship. - and more! Thank you to all the speakers and participants for contributing to such a dynamic and enriching discussion. Watch the recording online 👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ey4fPv2n