UnLtd's mission is to reach out and unleash the energies of people who can transform the world in which they live. We call these people social entrepreneurs.
'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts'
UnLtd is celebrating its support to over 1,000 entrepreneurs a year with the launch of a series of findings 'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts'. The latest statistics show that 89% of individuals supported by the organisation feel able to create positive social change. Of these, 97% felt that was as a direct result of running their venture supported by UnLtd.
This Findings Paper provides a unique insight into start-up entrepreneurs supported by UnLtd, detailing who they are, their work and the social impact they have. It demonstrates how an investment in the individual and their practical solutions to the problems they face generates a ripple effect with the potential to create significant and lasting social change.
To view 'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts', click here.
Spring 2010 Level 2 Competition Launched
The Spring Level 2 competition has now launched across UnLtd’s Millennium Awards, HE Social Entrepreneurship Awards* and Better Net Awards programmes to find the most promising social entrepreneurs from around the country. Awards of up to £15,000 along with tailored support will be made across England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
The Level 2 competition is open to individuals who need funding and support to develop their existing projects into long-term, sustainable ventures. We are looking for inspiring individuals who have innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to challenges facing communities, wider society and the world; those with the ambition, determination and drive to deliver their project and create positive social change.
The online Expression of Interest form is available for potential applicants to download, please refer to the links below.
The competition closes on Monday 22nd March 2010 at 12 noon.
For further information on Level 2 Millennium Awards, click here.
Are you a member of staff or a student within a Higher Education Institution? For further information on HE Social Entrepreneurship Development Awards click here.
*HE Social Entrepreneurship Awards are only available in England.
Got an innovative project using the internet? For further information on Better Net Level 2 Awards click here.
Please note you may only apply for one Level 2 Award.
SHINE unconference for social entrepreneurs
Thursday 13th – Saturday 15th May 2010
Central London
SHINE is where social entrepreneurs develop their skills, share knowledge, ideas and advice. It's a mini-business school that convenes everyone involved in the movement - from start-ups to investors - as social enterprise moves into the mainstream.
The people who make up SHINE are changing our communities, doing good business and making money. Their early and burgeoning social enterprises are the future of business. SHINE is for these people, those who support them and others inspired by the idea of social entrepreneurship.
SHINE's annual unconference is the biggest in the UK for social entrepreneurs. It's the opposite of a traditional business event, offering a dynamic network where you can be a part of helping the whole movement grow. Come and join us and get stuck in!
To book tickets click here. Discounts available if you refer a friend.
'Leading Social Change' Manifesto
The Social Entrepreneurship Policy Group (SEPG), consisting of the School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE), UnLtd, Ashoka, Changemakers, Community Action Network (CAN) and Training for Life have published 'Leading Social Change: A Social Entrepreneurs Manifesto'.
The manifesto was created with a view to more fully representing the needs, interests and solutions of social entrepreneurs, advocating in partnership on behalf of those individuals, and to work closely as practitioner organisations to support such individuals.
Please visit: www.se-manifesto.org.uk to download a copy of the manifesto and engage in the conversation.
Social ventures get a New Year boost from UnLtd
UnLtd are pleased to announce the latest recipients of the Autumn round of our national competition, 'Level 2 Awards'.
Level 2 Awards are given to individuals with scalable projects that offer innovative entrepreneurial solutions to some of biggest challenges facing communities, wider society and the world. Level 2 Awards included tailored packages of up to £15,000 plus additional non financial support via a dedicated Development Manager, enabling Level 2 Award Winners to drive forward a vision of long lasting social change.
The projects from successful applicants in the latest round included everything from a waste management solution that re-uses displaced resources meaning what is sent to landfill becomes less than 5%; a Hip-Hop Shakespeare company creating education and employment opportunities; to an innovative lap tray & travel bag for wheelchair users and a service matching NHS surplus with demand from African NGO's.
For a full list of the Autumn 2009 Level 2 Award Winners, click here
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Congratulations to UnLtd 4iP Award Winner Harriet Thomas, who has been awarded over £40k from 4iP for the roll out and development of her caring website icaring.co.uk.
icaring.co.uk will harness digital media to empower carers and people looking for care to take their needs into their own hands.
Level 2 Awards competition now live!
The UnLtd Level 2 Awards competition is now open and accepting applications.
Level 2 Awards are given to individuals with scalable projects that offer innovative entrepreneurial solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing communities, wider society and the world. Level 2 Awards include tailored packages of up to £15,000 plus additional non financial support via a dedicated Development Manager, enabling Level 2 Award Winners to drive forward a vision of long lasting social change.
For a list of previous Award Winners click here.
