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Social Enterprise Stories That Defined 2022

Jay Boolkin December 29, 2022 No Comments

While crises dominated daily headlines, there were multiple impactful developments and major milestones in the social enterprise sector, many of which will reverberate into 2023 and beyond. From game-changing research to a remarkable Social Enterprise World Forum, here are the year’s most significant social enterprise headlines and happenings worth recognising and celebrating.

SEWF22: Top Quotes from Leaders at the Social Enterprise World Forum

Jay Boolkin October 3, 2022 No Comments

Many diverse voices joined the conversation at the Social Enterprise World Forum, sharing their ideas, learnings and failures. Here are some of our favourite quotes and reflections from a whirlwind week of (re)connection, inspiration and celebration.

Putting on Your Own Lifejacket Before Burning Out

Jay Boolkin September 8, 2022 No Comments

If you’re a social entrepreneur, it’s easy to be focused on helping others at the expense of your personal emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. The catch is that a proactive approach to building your mental health toolkit can seem overwhelming when you are already overwhelmed. In this post, Jenni Harding shares three keys steps and resources to help you avoid burnout (and even thrive) as a social entrepreneur.

Looking Inward as a Social Innovator (and Why You Should Apply for a Westpac Social Change Fellowship)

Jay Boolkin August 30, 2022 No Comments

Cessalee Smith-Stovall has a name for her imposter syndrome. It’s Tyrone. She says when she applied for the Westpac Social Change Fellowship, she had to ask Tyrone to leave. For people who spend their days working to improve the lives of others, it can be uncomfortable to look inward. But it can also be transformative.

Oh Myer God! $150,000 to Make Your Big Idea for Social Change a Reality

Jay Boolkin August 23, 2022 No Comments

The Myer Innovation Fellowships support breakthrough solutions to Australia’s most pressing social and environmental challenges and bring new talent to the social sector. Fellows are offered funding and the unique opportunity to take twelve months away from their current role to pursue a big idea that has the potential to achieve positive social outcomes.

3 Tips for Fostering Inclusivity in the Workplace

Jay Boolkin August 5, 2022 No Comments

There are multiple things that can be done to create an inclusive environment within the workplace, one where employees feel valued and welcomed. If you strive for your for-purpose organisation – whether it’s a social enterprise, B-Corps, charity or not-for-profit – to be as inclusive as it is diverse, here are a few tips to help make it happen.

Rising to the UN SDGs: Small Steps to Make Meaningful Progress

Jay Boolkin August 5, 2022 No Comments

Many people will be familiar with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). What they may not realise is that there are 169 underlying target areas developed to create a clear roadmap for a better future. Unfortunately, of these target areas are aimed at government action and don’t easily translate into what individuals or organisations can do. Until now.

Conference Confessions: Why I Love Them (and You Should Too!)

Jay Boolkin August 4, 2022 No Comments

The biggest thing leading thinker-and-doer in the emerging social entrepreneur space, Tom Dawkins, co-founder and CEO of StartSomeGood, always gains from attending conferences isn’t the learning that comes from the stage; it’s the relationships formed in the crowd.

If You’re Looking to Make Your Groundbreaking Idea a Reality, It Doesn’t Get Much Better Than This

Jay Boolkin August 2, 2022 No Comments

Over the past ten years, the Kenneth Myer Innovation Fellowship program has supported some of Australia’s brightest, self-directed leaders to forge breakthrough solutions to challenges facing Australia today — from poverty and disadvantage to sustainability and the environment. Unlike many opportunities for social change, the Fellowship program provides support to individuals rather than organisations, with Fellows each receiving $150,000 for their 12-month commitment to the program.

Social Enterprise World Forum 2022: Daniel Flynn and Kate Raworth Confirmed as Headliners as Initial Line-up Is Unveiled

Jay Boolkin July 3, 2022 No Comments

Daniel Flynn, co-founder of Thankyou, Kate Raworth, internationally recognised economist and author of Doughnut Economics, and Clothing The Gaps co-founder, Laura Thompson are among the first speakers to be announced for the Social Enterprise World Forum 2022 (SEWF22) to be held in Brisbane, 28-29 September.

The Australian Social Enterprises Combating Food Waste

Jay Boolkin June 16, 2022 No Comments

Globally, food waste is a significant problem. Roughly one-third of the food that’s produced for human consumption ends up lost or wasted. Not only does this diminish food security and contribute to extensive economic losses, but it also has an impact on our warming climate. If we were to consider the carbon footprint of food waste as a country, it would be the third largest emitter in the world, just behind China and the USA. Fortunately, there are some Australian social enterprises doing something about it.

Sustainable & Responsible Fashion Social Enterprises to Watch Out for in 2022

Jay Boolkin May 22, 2022 No Comments

Fast fashion may be affordable, but it certainly comes with costs that aren’t listed on the price tag. Sustainable and ethical fashion means minimal impact on the environment and maximum benefits for society. Here are just some of the exciting Australian social enterprises leading the way.

Why Social Enterprises Fail & How To Increase Your Chance of Success

Jay Boolkin April 13, 2022 No Comments

How to avoid the incredibly common and consistent reasons why many social enterprises fail to build that community, gain momentum or reach sustainability.

4 Practical Tips for Successfully Launching Your Social Enterprise

Jay Boolkin March 30, 2022 No Comments

There has never been a better time to start that social enterprise you have been thinking about. If the global pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that there is no time like the present to follow your dreams and do what you have always wanted.

Heroes in Hard Times: Local Legends Making A Difference

Jay Boolkin March 2, 2022 No Comments

Westfield will provide a whopping $1.26M in Westfield Local Hero grants in 2022! In nominating a local hero, you not only give a hardworking member of the community the recognition they deserve, but the chance for their cause or organisation to step into the spotlight. In this post, we showcase some alumni so you get a taste of what it takes to be a local hero.

The Delusion in Social Enterprise & Entrepreneurship

Jay Boolkin February 22, 2022 No Comments

If there’s something that’s consistent across all social enterprises, it’s faith – even when that faith isn’t always warranted. In 2020, Irish researcher Kate Kenny and her UK-based colleagues looked into exactly that. They asked how, amidst tensions and anxieties, social entrepreneurs were able to retain their faith in the field. Is it because of fantasy? Let’s explore some of their key takeaways.

Sales and Marketing for Social Impact Organisations

Jay Boolkin January 31, 2022 No Comments

By focusing on both sales and marketing, social impact organisations can boost their effectiveness, efficiency and bottom lines, accelerate progress towards their core purpose and ultimately have a greater impact on the world.

8 Reasons Why Australian Social Enterprise is on the Rise

Jay Boolkin December 17, 2021 No Comments

Using business as a force for good has taken the world by storm, and for good reason. According to the World Economic Forum, in just two decades, social entrepreneurs have improved more than 622 million lives. They argue that social enterprises exert so much positive influence that they have the potential to transform entire industries for the better. Locally, social enterprise is on the rise and not just for the positive impact the sector is having. Here are 8 other reasons social entrepreneurship is becoming more popular in Australia.

The Perfect Gift: Social Enterprises to Support this Christmas

Jay Boolkin November 26, 2021 No Comments

As we wrap up the crazy year, help your loved ones unwrap gifts that support social and environmental good. These social enterprises have just what you need to spread some holiday cheer.

Public Interest Registry Unveils Winners of the 3rd Annual .ORG Impact Awards

Jay Boolkin November 10, 2021 No Comments

Public Interest Registry (PIR), the people behind the .ORG domain, have named the winners of the 3rd annual .ORG Impact Awards, which honour and celebrate mission-driven organisations and individuals working to make the world a better place.

Social Enterprise World Forum 2021: Take a Bow & Bring on Brisbane 2022!

Jay Boolkin October 6, 2021 No Comments

This year’s SEWF – Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. just wrapped up. Changemakers from around the globe made their way (in most cases, virtually) to Nova Scotia, Canada. Co-host Common Good Solutions set the stage for conversation, inspiration, and so much more. Weren’t able to tune into the event? Here’s what you missed.

The 5 Main Reasons Social Enterprises Fail

Jay Boolkin October 6, 2021 1 Comment

As the CEO and founder of StartSomeGood, a crowdfunding platform and education provider for social entrepreneurs, Tom Dawkins sees people attempt to launch their enterprise every day, full of optimism, hope and good intentions. But these things alone are not enough. In this post, Tom shares the top 5 common and consistent reasons social enterprises fail – so you can avoid them.