The BBC radio programme 'The World Tonight' is running a series of reports on social enterprise this week. Tune in or listen online.
New member helps regeneration of Rhyl and provides vital training and hope for locals.
Resources
Finance options for Welsh social enterprises
Information on loans, grants and investment options available to social enterprises in Wales - updates February 2012
WSEC Focus Group in Wrexham, Monday 20th February
Join us for an honest and open discussion on a range of issues that affect the social enterprise sector at Caia Park Partnership, Wrexham on Monday 20th February from 1pm to 3pm
Introduction to Social Enterprise event - Wednesday 22nd February 2012
Creation Development Trust are holding a free event for those interested in social enterprise at Blaengarw Workmen's Hall, Bridgend on Wed 22nd Feb. Click on the link for more info
Partnering Probation: Forging Ahead workshop
Find out how your social enterprise could work with Wales Probation by attending this workshop at the SWALEC Stadium, Cardiff on Tuesday 6th March 2012
Ten Green Bottles 4th Year Celebration
Help brilliant social enterprise Ten Green Bottles celebrate their 4th Year at the Community Hall, New Radnor on Friday 10th Feb, 7pm till late.
Chief Executive’s Report - January 2012
At every Board meeting WSEC Chief Executive, John Bennett, gives a report on the work we have been doing since the last Board meeting. Read it here
Social Enterprise as a Method of Tenant Participation: A Guide to Good Practice
TPAS Cymru is the leading tenant participation organisation in Wales. They have produced this helpful guide for social landlords to help them create and run tenant-focused social enterprises
Lloyds Social Entrepreneur Programme
The School for Social Entrepreneurs and Lloyds Banking Group have teamed up to launch a new programme to support 500 social entrepreneurs across the UK. Find out more and how to apply by clicking on the link
Click here for an update on the latest discussions at the National Assembly on social enterprise
WSEC consultation submission - Inquiry into the effectiveness of European Structural Funds
Read our response to the call for evidence by the National Assembly for Wales' Finance Committee for their inquiry into the effectiveness of European Structural Funds in Wales
Welshpool focus group - Monday 6th February 2012
Have your say on the issues that affect your social enterprise. Click on the link to find out more about our focus group in Welshpool
Social Connections Social Enterprise Mentoring Project
Business in the Community and the Wales Co-Operative Centre have teamed up to deliver a business mentoring project for social enterprises in Wales. If you feel you could benefit from one to one mentoring from a senior business leader click on the link to find out more.
Social Enterprise development in Neath Port Talbot
If you run a social enterprise in Neath Port Talbot or are thinking about setting one up, this document contains some useful information about local support available
Cooperatives UK and the Dept for Business, Innovation & Skills have launched a new £60k community buying challenge. Register your interest and you could win £15,000 plus awards will be made to support training, mentoring and seed fudning for stand out projects.
December 2011 briefing on the latest discussions at the National Assembly on social enterprise
Click here for an update on what AMs have been saying about social enterprise
Good Deals is the UK's leading social investment conference, bringing together social entrepreneurs and investors to get good deals done. Here's a round-up of this year's conference
Welsh Social Enterprise Coalition Annual Review 2010/11
The Annual Review chronicles the work we have carried out over the last year and our plans for 2012
Thinking about starting a social enterprise?
Advice and guidance from the Welsh Government's Business Information Unit
Danger & Opportunity: Crisis and the new social economy by Robin Murray
Murray argues that the early years of the 21st Century are witnessing the emergence of a new kind of 'social' economy. However, he says that this emerging economy lacks adequate capital, methods and skills, and although there are thousands of promising initiatives, few have grown to scale
Creation Developmnt Trust Community Partnership Week
Details of Creation's free networking event bringing all sectors together to work collaboratively to create a more sustainable Wales. Booking is essential due to limited spaces
Guidance on settting up a community business from Village SOS
Helpful advice for social enterprises on getting started, business essentials and growing your business
Information on RBS' Community Business Loan Fund (CBLF) which offers financial support for the purpose of starting or expanding a community-based business, including a social enterprise.
October 2011 - Briefing on the latest Welsh Government discussions related to social enterprise
Click here to see comments and debate on the Big Society, procurement, social clauses, social enterprise zones and more
The Collective Entrepreneur - By Adam Price and Kevin Morgan
Two of Wales political visionaries put forward their ideas for turning Wales into a 'social enterprise centre'
National Assembly report, Nov 2010 - Role of Social Enterprises in the Welsh Economy
Detailed report looking at social enterprises in Wales, what is needed to encourage new ones, and recommendations for helping existing ones to flourish
Funding options for Welsh social enterprises - uploaded 5 Jan, 2011
This document offers lots of information on loans, grants and investment funds available to social enterprises in Wales
