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Both the government and the rest of society seek more innovative solutions to today's social, environmental and economic challenges.This is where social enterprises can make a real difference. |
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Social enterprises are often formed to address a particular social or environmental need, e.g. in the provision of transport for schoolchildren, .the elderly and the disabled or in recycling services. |
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There may have been an identified gap in local service provision or a failure of the commercial market to address a more widespread community problem. |
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Consumers are increasingly demanding ethically-sourced and produced goods, whilst the reform of public services has led to a growing desire for greater choice, e.g. in the provision of health and social care. |
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Social enterprises are well-placed to address these demands, using commercially viable business models to innovate and effect long-term social and environmental change. |
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Where traditional approaches have fallen short, social enterprises are often able to make inroads to tackle social and environmental issues. |
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They can bring wealth and positive change to communities which may otherwise be marginalised. |
