New analysis on our Social Enterprise Knowledge Centre provides regional breakdowns of our sector across the country – overall painting a vibrant picture of the many and varied social enterprises from Cornwall to Cumbria, driving positive change despite complex economic challenges.
Based on a quarterly survey of our members, the latest Insight Paper on our Social Enterprise Knowledge Centre gives us a snapshot of sector conditions and expectations. This new research focused on social enterprises’ ability to increase turnover and generate profit during ongoing economic turmoil but also explored property status, trading with local government and … Continued
Our new research with the University of Worcester compares the registration and dissolution of Community Interest Companies over the last five years to other businesses, finding interesting differences. Community Interest Companies (CICs) are a legal form for businesses whose activity benefits the community rather than being purely for private gain. Most CICs are social enterprises, … Continued
Our latest State of Social Enterprise report shows a growing sector that is not only profitable and productive but truly pioneering in its impact for people and planet.
The latest Barometer in our Social Enterprise Knowledge Centre depicts a sector weathering economic storms, resilient in the face of growing pressures but also showing real signs of strain.
The July 2023 survey of 142 social enterprises found continued resilience and cautious recovery, although many are still uncertain about their futures
This year, Breadwinners took Impact reporting to the next level by using a Participatory Action Research methodology. Led by Abdoul, a graduate of the Risers Programme, and a team of 12 young people including participants from the Proofers Programme, young people designed the survey questions and called over 250 alumni. This approach not only provided … Continued
The State of Social Enterprise (SOSE) survey, which runs every two years, is live! We’re inviting all UK social enterprises to take part. We know social enterprises across coops, community businesses, start-ups and more get surveyed a lot. So, why should you give up your time for it?