Social Enterprises
Social enterprises provide a range of business models which seek to balance economic, social and environmental concerns. SEEM's promotion of social enterprise is intended to contribute to a regional economy which is resilient, inclusive and sustainable.
Whilst social enterprises have been a valuable part of the economy for many years, the social enterprise sector is seeking to capitalise on increased interest in the sector over recent years. This interest stems from a need to find more effective ways of dealing with market failure in marginalised communities and with social and financial exclusion. More generally, social enterprise is increasingly seen as a positive response to consumer interest in ethical consumerism as embodied in the Fair Trade movement.
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