Managing Yourself and Others as a Social Entrepreneur

A teaching resource for social entrepreneurs

Session 3: Selling your goods and services

Teaching resource for social entrepreneurs

Social Enterprise Business Planning

business planning resource for social entrepreneurs

LONELINESS AND YOUNG PEOPLE EXPERIENCING MENTAL HEALTH DIFFICULTIES: EVIDENCE AND FURTHER RESEARCH

This article reviews the current evidence base around loneliness; mental health, and young people, and the challenges identified in conducting research in this area. It then proceeds to consider the scope of further research and its impact upon policy and practice; in terms of inclusion of more enhanced theoretical frameworks; use of qualitative research and methodologies and impact of research upon policy and practice and enablement of more effective policies and interventions

Harnessing spiritual capital in the war on Covid-19

This article showcases the work of Faith-based organisations and leaders to support vulnerable people impacted by Covid-19. A case of a partnership between Essex County Council and faith groups based on the Faith Covenant, an innovation developed by Faith Action is presented. Collaboration and partnerships between faith groups and the local authorities could be a game-changer in the fight against Covid-19

Defining social enterprise

The concept of social entrepreneurship is analysed and defined

Seven ways to run a social enterprise on less money

All over the world, social entrepreneurs are making a difference. Their businesses tackle poverty, social injustice, health inequalities and climate change. But while their aspirations are admirable, money is often scarce. So they need to be creative in finding funds. Social entrepreneurs need a broad understanding of capital. By this, I don't just mean money. Those who draw on social, cultural, environmental, human, symbolic, and spiritual capital, as well as cash, stand a better chance of success. Let's take a closer look at each type of capital in more detail