Social Economy Forum Network
The Social Economy Forum Network brings together social enterprises, community organisations, co-operatives, charities and partners from across the West Midlands to connect, learn and collaborate.
Through regular sessions, practical discussions and peer learning, the Forum helps organisations share ideas, explore opportunities and strengthen the region’s social economy.
Who can join?
The Forum Network is open to organisations and individuals involved in the social economy, including:
- Social enterprises
- Community organisations
- Charities
- Co-operatives
- CICs
- Support organisations
- Public sector partners
- Funders and collaborators
Why get involved?
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Connect
Build relationships with organisations, partners and supporters across the West Midlands social economy.
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Learn
Hear practical insights, case studies and ideas from speakers and peers.
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Grow
Discover opportunities, partnerships, funding and new ways to collaborate.
Latest Reports & Resources
Explore insights, learning and key themes from recent Forum Network sessions.
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Interdisciplinary Approaches for Social Economy Growth
Bringing together insights from the creative, technology and social economy sectors on how interdisciplinary collaboration can drive innovation and community impact.
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Trading for Impact: How to Build and Scale New Income Streams
Exploring how organisations can reduce grant dependency and build sustainable income through trading, partnerships and diversification.
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Breaking Barriers: Supporting Women-Led Social Enterprises
Exploring the experiences and challenges of women leading social enterprises, with insights on support, confidence and creating more inclusive leadership pathways.
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Shared Value in Practice: Partnerships for Social Impact
Exploring practical approaches to creating shared value, with insights on how social economy organisations can work with the private sector to deliver social and economic impact.
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Collaborating for impact: Growing social economy partnerships
Exploring how collaboration and partnerships can strengthen the social economy, with insights on working together to increase impact, influence and access to opportunities.
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ACCESSING BUSINESS SUPPORT IN THE WEST MIDLANDS – what is changing?
Exploring changes to business support in the West Midlands and how social economy organisations can better access funding, advice and growth opportunities.
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Discover more reports and insights from across the social economy.
Join the Forum Network
Interested in getting involved? Get in touch to join the Forum Network and hear about upcoming sessions.