Incubators, accelerators and ideation programs
Structured programs that support the development and growth of early-stage social enterprises through mentorship, resources, and networks.
Actors in the incubators, accelerators and ideation programs domain include:
Social Enterprises
A social enterprise is a business that puts people and planet first. They trade like any other business, but exist specifically to make the world a better place. Social enterprises can adopt a range of legal structures, identities, and play multiple roles, across different domains, in the ecosystem.
Capability builders
Organisations that provide training, mentoring, and resources to help social entrepreneurs and social enterprises develop and grow. May include consulting firms, support agencies, and education providers.
Innovation hubs
Centres that foster creativity, collaboration, and experimentation to develop new social enterprise ideas and solutions.
Co-working spaces
Shared facilities that provide affordable workspace and community for social entrepreneurs and enterprises.
Higher education institutions
Universities and institutes that offer courses, research, and incubation programs related to social innovation, entrepreneurship, and enterprise.