Social Enterprise Scotland

⏳ Just 10 days left to apply to the #SocEntScotAwards25!

If your social enterprise is making a positive impact across Scotland, now’s the time to share your story and gain the recognition you deserve.

Submit your application 👉 awards.socialenterprise.scot

📣 We're delighted to announce that Forth Valley College has become the first Scottish college to sign the #BuySocialPledge!


Read more here 👉 zurl.co/CJhRy

#BuySocialScotland #SocialProcurement #SocialValue #CommunityWealthBuilding

📢 Social Enterprise Summit Scotland 2025: Tickets available now!

Join us in Stirling as we explore our theme 'Fair Economy, Shared Future'.

📅 2 September @ 09:30 - 16:00
📍 The Barracks, Stirling

Tickets 👉 zurl.co/cMjca

#SocEntSummit25 #SocialEnterpriseScotland

It’s time to make public policy less boring - TFN Duncan Thorp on a series of thought-provoking webinars

Duncan Thorp of Social Enterprise Scotland on a series of thought-provoking webinars:

It’s time to make public policy less boring
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@duncanthorp.bsky.social‬
@socialenterprise.scot‬
#WellbeingEconomy

🎉 Exciting news! Ashleigh Building have joined the #BuySocialPledge!

Ashleigh Building becomes the latest organisation to sign the pledge, joining over 40 organisations who have committed to integrating Scottish social enterprises into their supply chains.

Read more here 👉 zurl.co/Y1Zii

Thanks for sharing 🙌

👀 Rhetoric 2 Reality: a new summer webinar series from Social Enterprise Scotland 🔆 @socialenterprise.scot - some urgent topics covered in 1-hour webinars, worth checking and signing up, everyone welcome: socialenterprise.scot/rhetoric-2-r...

📢 New Summer Webinar Series open for bookings!

Starting on Wed 9 July, join us each week as we explore the big ideas and urgent shifts that social entrepreneurs and communities need now more than ever. Be part of the conversation shaping Scotland’s future - sign up here 👉 zurl.co/CJKHj

Applications close on Monday 7th July at 10am so don’t miss your chance to shine a spotlight on someone exceptional!

Start your nomination 👇
awards.socialenterprise.scot

If you know someone who goes above and beyond, nominate them for our #VolunteerChampion Award! Whether its a board member contributing to your strategic vision or a team member supporting with day-to-day operations, nominating them is a great way to ensure their efforts don’t go unnoticed.

🧵 Volunteers are at the heart of Scotland’s social enterprise community. Their passion, commitment, and support help organisations grow, innovate, and thrive. #VolunteersWeek is the perfect opportunity to say thank you – and this year, there’s a special way to recognise someone who truly stands out!

Navy text on a cream background that reads 'Silver stag of Scotland, Stag Kilt Pin, £30' next to an image of a kilt pin in a box. Underneath this, more text reads 'One World Shop, Dark Chocolate, £3.75' next to an image of a box of chocolates.

White text on navy background that reads 'Social Stories Club, Build your own Gift Box, from £28' next to an image of two gift boxes, with text reading 'Build your own gift box: 4 treats'. Underneath this, text reads 'Find all these gifts (and more) on our directory now!'

But wait, there's more!

Featuring gifts from our SES members, including @oneworldshop.bsky.social !

#SocialEnterprise #BuySocialScotland #Scotland

White text on navy background, reading; 'Not sure what to get Dad this Father's Day? Here are our top social enterprise picks! The Larder, Father's Day Grazing Box, £15.' An image of a box filled with food is in the top-right corner of the image.

Navy text on a cream background reads; 'Change Please, Cool calm and collected, from £9.95' next to an image of a bag of ground coffee. Under this, more text reads 'Shetland Soap Company, Norseman Shaving Soap, £10.95' next to an image of a tin of soap.

White text on a navy background reads 'One World Shop, Black Buffalo Leather Wallet, £32' next to an image of a black wallet. Under this, more text reads 'Scottish Island Gifts, Sands Pendant, £45' next to an image of a silver pendant necklace.

✨ It's nearly Father's Day - still looking for gifts?

Don't worry - we've done all the work for you, and selected our top picks for the special father figure in your life. Even better, all gifts are sourced from Scottish social enterprises!

Find the listings here 👉🔗 zurl.co/hmRuu

We wouldn't be able to organise and host the 2025 Awards without the generous support of our sponsors. A BIG thank you to Keegan and Pennykid, Balfour Beatty, @breezedigital.bsky.social, @glasgowcitycouncil.bsky.social, Morgan Sindall Construction, and Social Enterprise Academy Scotland.

🌟 Applications are now open for the #SocEntScotAwards25 🌟

Whether you’re a well-established name or a rising star in the sector, this is your opportunity to shine and be recognised for the incredible work you do in communities across the country.

📅 Deadline: 10am, 7 July
🔗 Enter: zurl.co/ccF8t

📢 Latest Blog Post: A week of International Cooperation

Check out the latest blog from Andy Paterson, from our Policy team, on our website now - discussing recent development in international policymaking and cooperation, and what Scotland has to offer a global stage.

🔗 zurl.co/FczDj

📅 And don't forget to mark your calendars - applications open in 1 week!

We can't wait to share with you all the exciting changes we've made to this year's Social Enterprise Awards Scotland. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear the news 👉 mailchi.mp/dc0f246ee361...

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Keegan & Pennykid is a leading specialist third sector insurance broker, providing expert advice to social enterprises, charities and voluntary organisations throughout the UK.

Find out more 👉 zurl.co/9Ue0b

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With just 7 days until entries open, we're excited to announce that Keegan & Pennykid is both the headline sponsor and Social Enterprise of the Year category sponsor at this year's #SocEntScotAwards25! ✨

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📢 New Member Spotlight!

We're thrilled to be joined by Angela Stewart from ILM Highland. ILM Highland are dedicated to reducing electrical waste, protecting the environment, and supporting vulnerable individuals to live independently at home.

🔗zurl.co/dNY9K

#SocialEnterpriseScotland

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we joined @socialenterprise.scot to talk workplace wellbeing, compassionate leadership & the story behind MHScot. 💚🎙️
Listen here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4aSH8fVQj8
#WorkplaceWellbeing #MentalHealthAtWork #SocialEnterprise

We're excited to launch our Health and Wellbeing SEN!

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're taking the opportunity to connect and spotlight some of our amazing members doing work in this space. Learn more from our Membership Officer Aimee in this video 👇

🔗 Register : zurl.co/oZbJW

#MHAW25

🚨 Only one week left to apply for the #SocialEnterprise Lead role with VANL!

This is a fantastic role to help support and develop the Social Enterprise Network in North Lanarkshire. Find out more and apply before Friday 16 May 👉 zurl.co/Dh11d

#SocialEnterpriseJobs #ThirdSectorJobs

Don’t settle for conventional training; enrol in our #MentalHealthFirstAid
Not only will you receive a qualification in Mental Health First Aid, but also access to our exclusive online learning community providing invaluable benefits for life!
www.mentalhealthscot.land/m...

TFN is @scvo.scot's magazine for the #VoluntarySector

This month we round up sector responses to the #UkGovernment #SpringStatement with
@trussellscot.bsky.social
@citizensadvicescot.bsky.social
@probonoecon.bsky.social
@socialenterprise.scot
and more...

Read it here: tfn.scot/magazine/apr...

We're seeking a new Administrative Assistant

This position plays a key role in the delivery of our Home Energy Scotland Advice Centre services. Day to day tasks include data management, event logistics and record keeping alongside a range of ad hoc activities such supporting with team events.

📢 Calling Scottish impact-led entrepreneurs!

12 bursaries available for #SEWF25 in Taiwan this October. £1,000 towards travel/accommodation plus forum tickets.

📅Apply by 5 May at: zurl.co/qjVhX

Want to join our next meeting? 👇

Don't miss out on our next CPG meeting, and register your spot now. More information on the session's theme and speakers to soon follow.

📅 When? 17th of June, 6pm
📍 Where? Scottish Parliament or online
🔗 Register here; zurl.co/g6lH9

💭 We recently held a cross-party group (CPG) in the Scottish Parliament on Community Ownership, co-convened by @emmaroddicksnp.bsky.social & @ariane-burgess.bsky.social

A thank you to all of the speakers and attendees, who made this a very engaging session!

💭Join Highland Yoga Collective for a 6-week mindfulness course!

This brand new course will begin on the 22/04, guided by experienced mindfulness facilitator Liz Newstead, and will be hosted in their studio in Nairn.

👉 Learn more and book: zurl.co/sQuiO