Young People and Social Innovation in Europe
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Young People and Social Innovation in Europe

By Ljupka Janevska. “Social innovation is the process of developing creative ideas that will eventually ‘’grow’’ into practical solutions, which will improve the overall wellbeing of the community. The primary goal of implementing or designing a new social innovation is to solve different systemic issues that will hopefully contribute in increasing the enviorenment value. However,…

How to support Ukraine
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How to support Ukraine

We remind you how you can contribute to support Ukraine: BLUE / YELLOW FOR TRANSFERS IN LITHUANIA Bank account: LT17 7300 0101 4089 4869 Bank: Swedbank Recipient: Public Institution Blue and Yellow Purpose of payment: SUPPORT Bankera (UAB Pervesk) LT483550020000014662 PAYPAL info@foblueyellowukraineusa.org PAYSERA Paysera account: EVP5310001450732   BECOME A PERMANENT SPONSOR – DONATE EUR 3…

Here’s What You Can Do to Help People in Ukraine Right Now
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Here’s What You Can Do to Help People in Ukraine Right Now

As destruction worsens and casualties mount during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, people all over the world are looking for ways to help. One simple step, experts say, is to remain informed about the conflict and to be cautious about the information that’s spread on social media. Disinformation is one of Russia’s favorite weapons of war, and…

#HaveYourSay! Scenarios towards co-creation of a transition pathway for a resilient, innovative, sustainable and digital proximity and social economy ecosystem
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#HaveYourSay! Scenarios towards co-creation of a transition pathway for a resilient, innovative, sustainable and digital proximity and social economy ecosystem

Take part in EU consultations and give your comments and input to the topic “Scenarios towards co-creation of a transition pathway for a resilient, innovative, sustainable and digital proximity and social economy ecosystem” You have time until 28th February and all the details about the document and ways to send your comments you will find…

Model and invitation to Impact Procurement in Lithuania
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Model and invitation to Impact Procurement in Lithuania

Impact Procurement: New Opportunities for Social Businesses and NGOs to Develop Quality Public Services and Collaborate with Municipalities A procurement model where the ordering of municipal services is not based on the purchase of a specific service but on the purchase of results is called impact procurement. The municipality identifies the partners in the field…

Get to know asperIT Foundation from Poland, who joined the NEEST portfolio in 2021!
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Get to know asperIT Foundation from Poland, who joined the NEEST portfolio in 2021!

NEEST provides a portfolio with tailored financial support, business mentoring and strategic networking over a five-year period. NESsT offers investment packages up to $150,000 in the form of grants, patient working capital loans and recoverable grants over a five-year period. We encourage co-investments and are proactive towards introducing you to our co-investment partners. Our team also…

Social Entrepreneurship – new book on social entrepreneurship

Social Entrepreneurship – new book on social entrepreneurship

Social Entrepreneurship – A Practice-Based Approach to Social Innovation is a new textbook with a practice-based approach to social innovation by J. Howard Kucher and Stephanie E. Raible. The book provides in an easily accessible way a comprehensive guide to the various building blocks needed to create a sustainable social enterprises. At the same time,…

5 Tangible Tactics to Participate In Social Entrepreneurship
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5 Tangible Tactics to Participate In Social Entrepreneurship

Unlike traditional businesses, social enterprises are dedicated to help specific groups of people that are socio-economically backward.  Since their goal to serve mankind sits above the financial gain, building a sustainable social enterprise is no walk in the park. If you are planning to build a career in social entrepreneurship or already pursuing one, then…

Why support social entrepreneurs in the Christmas season?
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Why support social entrepreneurs in the Christmas season?

Christmas is the time when most businesses are looking forward to capitalizing on the heartfelt feelings. And people are willingly spending their hard earned bucks on presents for the loved ones. But how can we create more meaningful moments for our loved ones amidst the bustle of this consumerist culture flagship event? And still stay socially responsible,…

Digital Innovation Camp: Youth and Social Entrepreneurship
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Digital Innovation Camp: Youth and Social Entrepreneurship

International Digital Innovation Camp has been organized online from 15-17th of November 2021 for young people from Lithuania, Poland, Latvia, and Norway to design and validate social entrepreneurship ideas designed by youth for solving specific challenges – loneliness and social isolation of people. The event has been scheduled for three days to introduce participants to…