OPINION: Bonnie Chiu and Peter Ptashko have been to hundreds of conferences, yet still struggle to identify their value. Is there a more effective way to get capital moving for positive impact?
New data highlights the scale of the problem in British society and why social investors are well placed to address it, in first Better Society Index published this week.
2024 edition of France’s Social Impact Finance Barometer indicates growing success of personal financial products with a social or environmental focus.
From aircraft safety to finance, we live our lives by standards. But many simply reinforce patriarchy – not least in financial accounting. With developments like AI exacerbating prejudices, there’s an urgent need for change, says Jeremy Nicholls.
Surplus food, the impact of parental suicide and the cost of living crisis are just some of the issues being tackled by this year's NatWest SE100 Awards finalists. Find out who they are and book your free place at this year's event.
Organisations in the UK's social economy are subtly changing their tone as the country prepares to change government – and there's a good reason why they need to do this. This week's view from the Pioneers Post newsroom.
The most interesting news snippets from around the world. This week: a ‘historic moment’ for impact investment in Spain, ‘buy social’ success in UK, German social entrepreneurs feel neglected by politicians, and more.
As the UK enters the final days of pre-election campaigning, has the role that social enterprise and social investment could play in the country’s future been completely ignored? We examine the key manifesto commitments.
A social enterprise model is the best way for LGBTQ+ activists to combat hate, and create a more resilient, united movement, says Sebastian Rocca, the founder of Micro Rainbow.
This week in the Pioneers Post newsroom: Should impact leaders take up space in media storytelling, or should the spotlight be shone only community-led solutions? Also, reflections on why men need to 'make space for women' at Impact Europe summit.
The most interesting news snippets from around the world. This week: King’s recognises members of UK impact community with honours, Ashoka benefits from Austro-German heiress giveaway, and more.
