Innovative New Cross-Border Programme to Champion Social Enterprises
Building new connections between established Social Enterprises, around the shared social impact challenges faced, is the focus of an innovative new partnership programme that is being led by Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI) and Social Enterprise Northern Ireland (SENI). The DISCOVERY Programme is a new collaborative two-year programme, developed by SERI and SENI, […]
Celebrating Social Enterprise Excellence in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards 2024 took place on Friday 8th November honouring the region’s most impactful social enterprises. This prestigious event was held in partnership with Go Succeed and the Department for the Economy at the Crowne Plaza in Belfast. Hosted by local radio presenter and ambassador for the Social Enterprise sector, Cate […]
Call for Mentors for the Discovery Programme
We are currently seeking suitable candidates for our panel of mentors for the Discovery Programme, a two year programme for social enterprises funded by the International Fund for Ireland, Communities in Partnership Programme and delivered by Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI) and Social Enterprise Northern Ireland (SENI). Our mentors will support the social enterprises […]
DAERA Launches £1.55 Million Rural Micro Business Development Grant Fund
DAERA has today launched the Rural Business Development Grant Scheme which will deliver £1.55million in capital grants to support rural micro businesses across Northern Ireland. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has officially launched the Rural Business Development Grant Scheme, offering £1.55 million in capital grants to support rural micro businesses […]
DfE Launches Survey for Social Enterprises Seeking Access to Financial Investment
The department is seeking the views of social enterprises in the North who are looking to access financial investment for the purpose of growing their enterprise. The survey aims to gauge the interest within the sector for an investment loan of this nature and to listen to the sectors opinions and feedback on the topic. […]
Skill Up Programme 2024: Empowering Your Future
The Skill Up programme is a life-changing initiative designed to help Northern Ireland residents enhance their skills, retrain, or reskill for the future. If you’re 18 or over and eligible to work in Northern Ireland, this is your chance to access a wide range of free accredited courses across various industries. Delivered by top […]