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ANDE Launches Resource Hub to Measure Social and Environmental Impact
This new initiative by ANDE provides entrepreneurs and investors access to a free online library to help them gauge their work’s social and environmental effects.
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- Social Enterprise
- Region
- Global
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As Nobel Laureate Yunus Skirts Jail in Bangladesh, Fears for His Future
The pioneer of microfinance now faces scores of legal charges, but his supporters say they're part of a campaign of political intimidation and harassment.
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- Finance, Social Enterprise
- Region
- Asia Pacific
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Press Release: Near East Foundation Launches Siraj Financial Services to Expand Micro and Small Enterprise Financing in Northern Syria
Near East Foundation (NEF) today announced the establishment of Siraj Financial Services (SFS), a new social enterprise operating in Northern Syria.
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- Social Enterprise
- Region
- North Africa & Near East
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Analysis: 5 Reasons To Focus On Venture Philanthropy In 2024
Venture philanthropists operate through foundations, education capital funds and private firms that give grants and other capital to social entrepreneurs and nonprofits.
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- Social Enterprise
- Region
- Global
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- nonprofits, philanthropy
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Nigerian Fintech Mamamoni, Dedicated to Women Empowerment, Receives €250,000 to Expand Agent Network
The investment is particularly aimed towards expanding its network of female agents, a task in which the VFD Microfinance Bank will provide assistance.
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- Social Enterprise
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Press Release: Landmark Pledge to Help Meet US $1.125 Trillion Needed to Fund Social Innovation Globally
By endorsing the Rise Ahead Pledge as early signatories, over a dozen companies have committed to increase their engagement in social innovation, and the social economy, by 2030.
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- Investing, Social Enterprise
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- Global
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- innovation, public policy
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Report: 10 Million Reasons for the Private Sector to Invest in Social Enterprise
New data suggests over 10 million enterprises put purpose before profit, tackling pressing issues like climate change and poverty.
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- Investing, Social Enterprise
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- Global
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Muhammad Yunus Supporters Urge Impact Community to ‘Turn Anger into Positive Work’ Following Microfinance Pioneer’s Conviction
After being convicted of violating labour laws, microfinance trailblazer Professor Muhammad Yunus has been released on bail pending appeal, as his supporters call for fellow changemakers to stay vigilant, remain hopeful and continue the ‘good work’.
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- Finance, Social Enterprise
- Region
- Asia Pacific
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