轉寄︰ Social Enterprise UK Newsletter 28-07-2011
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主題︰ Social Enterprise UK Newsletter 28-07-2011
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Social Enterprise UK Newsletter 11-07-11 Inside this issueSocial Enterprise UK activity
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Social Enterprise UK activity The Social Enterprise Coalition has unveiled its new visual identity and is now trading under its new name, Social Enterprise UK. We changed our name and identity to better reflect our role as the national body for social enterprise and better represent the UK’s social enterprise movement. We believe our new identity, which puts members first, will help us to better describe what we do and to better represent the social enterprise movement. We will be rolling out our new visual identity over the coming weeks.  New research released by Social Enterprise UK last week has uncovered an emerging generation of businesses that are both starting up and operating in Britain’s most deprived communities. The findings of the Fightback Britain report show that 39% of all social enterprises are based and working in the most deprived communities in the UK, compared to 13% of all SMEs. A third of all social enterprise start-ups have also originated in the UK's poorest areas. Read the press release in full on the website Social Enterprise UK has voiced its support for recommendations contained in a recent King's Fund report looking at the challenges social enterprises face in establishing themselves in healthcare markets. Their findings tally with what our social enterprise members in the healthcare sector have been saying for a good while.  8 September - Liverpool A one day event for public sector staff interested in setting up a social enterprise or mutual. More information on the programme and how to book can be found on the website. Two at the Top 22 September - Manchester A one day event which will focus specifically on the relationship between the CEO and Chair for social enterprises moving out of the public sector into social enterprise models. This event requires BOTH the Chair and CEO of the same organisation to attend. This event is free to attend for Right to Request social enterprises with a cost for other any other delegates. Social Enterprise Leadership Development course From 14 September Developed by Social Enterprise UK and delivered by Real Partners CIC the course includes personal leadership development days, the opportunity to meet and learn from other leaders through social enterprise visits, roundtables, and peer-to-peer events. There are only a small number of places remaining. Application forms can be found on the website. News A campaign to help communities buck the trend of rural decline and revive village life by starting up new business ventures was launched by the Big Lottery Fund (BIG) yesterday (10 August 2011). The UK-wide Village SOS Active campaign, which includes a £5million funding pot, will help communities to tackle the problems they face. Funding will be available to revitalise community-owned pubs, local food businesses or arts and heritage facilities amongst other things. BIG will also offer face-to-face advice to communities at a range of learning events across the UK, and a dedicated national advice line, run by rural community enterprise experts the Plunkett Foundation, where people can receive tailored advice on different aspects of setting up a community business. Peter Couchman, Chief Executive of the Plunkett Foundation, said: “The closure of village shops and the boarding up of local pubs is an all too common story for rural communities across the UK. An estimated 400 village shops and 700 rural pubs closed in 2010; broadband provision in rural areas is still a long way behind urban areas, and soaring house prices due to second-home owners are leaving villages across the UK in a worrying state. “But an increasing number of rural communities are fighting back against such closures by setting up and running their own enterprises. There are now 260 community-owned shops across the UK which have a 97% business success rate. Through Village SOS Active, we hope to continue to enthuse and inspire villages to build on this success and use the power of community-ownership to deliver long-term benefits to their community, by setting up and running anything from community cafes, shops, and pubs to library services, swimming pools or healthcare services.” The campaign includes a prime time series on BBC1 following six villages supported to set up community enterprises by the Big Lottery Fund.  A new report from the Young Foundation working as part of the Catalyst Consortium argues that social finance could offer breathing space for the voluntary and community youth sector, giving them greater freedom to innovate in their work with young people and focus on improving outcomes. The findings of ‘Growing interest: Mapping the market for social finance in the youth sector’ are based on a survey of nearly 100 leaders in youth sector charities and social enterprises, as well as in-depth telephone interviews with four leading social investors, and 14 youth sector organisations. About one in ten of the youth sector organisations surveyed identified themselves as ready for social investment at present and 20 per cent of organisations expect to receive up to five per cent of their income from social finance in three years, which could total up to £5 million. The report argues for the creation of a dedicated social finance retailer for the youth sector which would offer a range of financial and non-financial products. It also warns that social finance alone is not a substitute for public sector or voluntary funding.  The Social Investment Business has appointed Jonathan Jenkins as its new CEO. As the largest social investor in the UK, The Social Investment Business works to support social enterprises, charities and voluntary organisations to become stronger and more financially sustainable so they can do more of what they do best – helping the most vulnerable in our society. Sir Stephen Bubb, Chair of The Social Investment Business said, “The establishment of Big Society Capital shows more than ever that the social investment market is changing and expanding. The Social Investment Business is very keen to develop new products and grow our offer to the sector and I am delighted to welcome Jonathan Jenkins as CEO. I believe his experience of working with the sector and his enthusiasm for innovation and partnership working will lead the organisation to an even stronger future.” Jonathan Jenkins said, “This is a really exciting time to be joining The Social Investment Business, with where the market is going there are lots of opportunities in the social investment market and The Social Investment Business is ideally placed to develop these both on its own and in partnership. I am very grateful for the great opportunity I have had at UnLtd and am sure that in my new role there will be on-going opportunities to work together.” Jonathan will join the organisation on Monday 26 September, taking over from Jonathan Lewis who left in July. Events 30 September – 1 October Newcastle Community Matters has opened booking for its first training course, which will focus on Asset Management. This training is aimed specifically at VCSE groups currently managing a centre with, or looking to develop services for, children, young people and families. It will be focused on the needs and practice of participants, and therefore assumes some practical experience of the sector in order to shape support around shared issues. Whether you are an experienced centre manager or are just starting out, Community Assets Matter will help you to effectively manage your building, make the most of your space, and engage young people in the process. To request a booking from e-mail kierra.box@communitymatters.org.uk.  August/September London I Will Tell, a dynamic young international film festival, starts later this month and will feature over 100 films and special events. The festival takes place from Tuesday 30 August until Friday 9 September at three venues near Euston station in London. It is organised by Social Enterprise UK member, Zion Social Enterprise, and this year will be celebrating its fifth year with film screenings, post-screening discussions and the chance to win £5,000 to make your own film Visit www.iwilltell.com for more information or e-mail info@iwilltell.com.  29 September London Cost - £50 Inc VAT What is Social Enterprise? How do you become a social entrepreneur? Have you got what it takes? If you are starting to establish a social enterprise and are looking for a clear understanding of the concept, this workshop from Red Ochre is for you. Uday Thakkar, managing director of Red Ochre will help you explore the practicalities of starting a social enterprise, and learn about the social entrepreneur's journey with a forward looking prospective. You will acquire an understanding of the different legal structures available to social enterprise and become familiar with the management, governance and funding aspects of each. To book a place contact anna@redochre.org.uk.  A new Capital Growth Fund offering grants and loans to social enterprises providing health and social care services in England opened for applications today. A total of £12million capital has been made available via the Social Enterprise Investment Fund (SEIF) to invest in organisations that want funding to support the growth of their enterprises. The Social Investment Business who, with Local Partnerships, manage the SEIF on behalf of the Department of Health are offering grants worth £50k to £150k with further funding available in the form of loans. The money is available to buy or refurbish buildings, purchase large pieces of equipment and vehicles or to cover professional fees that relate to capital projects like the cost of architects or surveyors. The Capital Growth Fund will be open to applications from social enterprises that have existed for 12 months or more which provide health or social care services to people in England and are unable to source commercial funding for their growth plans. The SEIF Capital Growth Fund opened at 9am this morning and the deadline for applications is noon on Friday 16 September. Organisations must be able to spend any investment by the end of this financial year. For more information visit www.thesocialinvestmentbusiness.org/seif or call 0191 2692276.  Nurse First is a partnership between the Queen's Nursing Institute, Buckinghamshire New University, the Shaftesbury Partnership and Johnson & Johnson. They are looking for 25 community health professionals who are unhappy with the status quo who can be supported to promote change or innovation. They are particularly looking for clinical staff who:
The course is free and open to all healthcare professionals. In the first cohort, preference will be given to people working in and around London, Leicester, Leeds, Birmingham and Inverness. To find out more visit www.nursefirst.org.uk. The closing date for applications is 1st September 2011. Member profile Seagull Print is a social enterprise with a mission to use print to change the lives of people from our community who have been affected by mental illness. Using revenue gained through their professional printing work, they offer work placements in print, IT, book-keeping, shop management and other areas, to members of the community who have experienced mental health issues. They aim to create a caring professional environment in which trainees’ can build the confidence and self esteem and gain the expert training needed to progress into paid employment.  Location: London Closing date: 15 August To apply: Please send a CV and 500 word covering letter to leanne.cripps@socialenterprise.org.uk by 17:00 on 15 August 2011. Interviews to be held on 25 August 2011. For more information: leanne.cripps@socialenterprise.org.uk. Closing date: 19 August CAF’s award-winning social investment team is looking for an Investment Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial, numerate individual to forge a career in the social investment market. To see the job description and person specification, please visit CAF’s website. To apply: send your CV and a covering letter to humanresources@cafonline.org by Friday 19 August. If you would like to advertise your social enterprise job to our network and on the Social Enterprise UK website fill out the online form here. This service is FREE to all Social Enterprise UK members. Alternatively e-mail katherine.harvey@socialenterprise.org.uk. |
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