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Online workshops

Our workshops help you develop the skills you need to progress and create change. They typically last a day or a couple of days.

  • Sources of Funding for Charities and Social Enterprises

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: Anyone keen to explore new or alternative income streams.

    In a nutshell: This workshop empowers people to discover and attain a wide range of funding sources for their organisations.

  • Creating a Theory of Change

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: Anyone looking to bring the strategic lens of theory of change to their planning or evaluation. If you have an existing project, the course will offer the opportunity to map out your theory and gain feedback.

    In a nutshell: This workshop will explore what a theory of change is, how to construct one and best practice in conducting robust qualitative research.

  • Developing a Fundraising Strategy

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: People who have at least some fundraising experience already, but want to develop a more strategic and sustainable approach

    In a nutshell: We’ll walk you through a comprehensive process for developing a smarter and more focused fundraising strategy, and share a number of powerful decision-making techniques.

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Programmes

SSE programmes are for people starting up or scaling projects that make a positive difference. You’ll be supported for up to a year.

  • Social Economy West Accelerator Programme

    Delivered: Bristol

    Who it's for: Leaders in the West of England who want to grow their organisation, scale their impact, and build access opportunities in the local social economy.

    In a nutshell: You’ll leave with a clearer vision, practical tools to drive growth, and a network of peers in the West of England.

  • Trading for Good: Bury

    Delivered: A mix of online and offline

    Who it's for: Leaders of early-stage social enterprises, charity or social impact projects in Bury that plan to grow through trading.

    In a nutshell: Trading for Good: Bury gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Bury.

  • Trading for Good: Stockport

    Delivered: A mix of online and offline, Stockport

    Who it's for: Leaders of early-stage social enterprises, charity or social impact projects in Stockport that plan to grow through trading.

    In a nutshell: Trading for Good: Milton Keynes gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Stockport.

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