Guide to the Australian social enterprise sector
A starting point to understanding the areas of activity, types of actors and their role in the sector in driving positive change.
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Areas of activity
This section shows the various areas of activity that form the foundation of the social enterprise sector, each contributing to its growth. We recognise that these areas often overlap and invite you to provide input and ideas to help it evolve.
Advocacy and promotion
Economic development support
Education
Events and meet-ups
Funding and investment
Hubs and spaces
Impact measurement and management
Incubators, accelerators and ideation programs
Marketplaces
Networks and communities
Policy and regulation
Research, data and knowledge bases
Standards and certifications
Technical and professional advisory
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