Socially Enterprising

13/05/2026

11/05/2026

How can community co‑production help build a more equal society?

CCIN members are invited to join an upcoming Midlands Co‑Production Network event exploring innovative approaches to working with vulnerable and marginalised groups.

The session will showcase real case studies from Coventry, Belfast and Sardinia - each demonstrating how co‑production can uncover community assets, strengthen confidence, and reduce inequalities in service access and outcomes.

If your council is looking to deepen its co‑production practice or learn from peers across the UK and Europe, this is a valuable opportunity to connect and share learning.

For more information visit: https://www.councils.coop/event/how-community-co-production-can-make-societies-more-equal/

🔗 Register by emailing [email protected]

08/05/2026

Economic output alone cannot show whether lives are improving or whether progress can last.

Moving beyond GDP, the UN’s new global blueprint uses 31 indicators to track well-being, equity and sustainability.

UNCTAD, together with UN-system partners, will support countries that choose to test the framework.

Read more: https://ow.ly/llNc50YWhKs

07/05/2026

How can we transform declining high streets? We're delighted to share this FREE online event focused on community wealth building - brought to you by Sheffield Co-operative Development Group and Co-operatives Wales.

🔎 Explore three real-world case studies that explore the lessons and actions to help transform high streets through co-operative solutions.

🗓️ Saturday 16 May
⏰️ 10.00am - 12.15pm
💻️ Online event

Reserve your spot: https://buff.ly/e4FLYv4

05/05/2026

Everything you need to take part this 5–8 June

04/05/2026

Do you require technical support to develop your community energy projects?

Submit your questions here🔗https://bit.ly/ELN_tech_helpline

Community Energy Wales Community Energy England Ashden Centre For Sustainable Energy Action Renewables

03/05/2026

Are you looking for inspiration on how your community business can boost the local economy? 🤔

Join us for a free impact webinar showcasing two brilliant examples of community-owned businesses driving local growth. You’ll hear from:

• The Anchor Tavern on the Isle of Bute, who have built on their success to diversify into new business ventures. 🌟

• The Radnor Arms in Powys, Wales, who are championing local producers and partnering with local health services to improve residents’ wellbeing. 🌟

Whether you're just starting out or you're already trading and planning to grow, there is something for everyone.

Wednesday 13 May 📆
12:00 – 13:00 🕛

Book your space today ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-your-community-business-can-help-to-grow-the-local-economy-tickets-1988179658880

29/04/2026

5pm Mon 15 Jun | Mariana Mazzucato | Free event at the LSE Festival: How to save the planet | Ticket required

28/04/2026

Looking for better ways to work with communities, beyond surveys and standard forms?

Join us for a free, one‑hour online webinar exploring creative approaches to data collection, as part of the REEL programme (Research, Evidence, Evaluation and Learning).

We’ll share practical, creative and hands‑on methods that can help you:
✅ build stronger relationships with communities
✅ hear more meaningful stories and insights
✅ support learning that’s rooted in lived experience

You’ll hear about approaches including:
🧱 Lego
🎨 Art‑based methods
🎬 Film and storytelling
These techniques have been used with a wide range of people, from young people to people living with dementia.

📅 When: Wednesday 29 April
⏰ Time: 2.00pm–3.00pm
💻 Where: Online
🎥 Recording: Yes, the session will be recorded

👥 Speakers include:
💫Dr Ally Zlatar (University of Teesside)
💫Dr Warren Donnellan (University of Liverpool)
💫Deb Richardson (Somerset Film)
💫Dr Olly Clabburn (Spark Somerset / HDRC Somerset), plus colleagues from HDRC Somerset

👋 Who’s it for?
Somerset Council colleagues, partners from the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector, and anyone interested in community engagement, research, evaluation, or learning from lived experience.

👉 Sign up here:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5aa340d4-0d1e-4037-ac2c-bcff05c8af1b%40b524f606-f77a-4aa2-8da2-fe70343b0cce

24/04/2026

🌍It’s almost here. The full programme is live and we’re gathering tomorrow!

The Day of Transition Practice 2026 is a 24-hour global gathering where we come together across regions, cultures, and experiences to share what we’re learning and growing in our communitieswith conversations, workshops, cafés, and panels happening across the day.

Still time to join if you haven’t registered
It’s free and open to everyone

Full programme & tickets:
practise.transitionmovement.org