Governance information
Useful information and websites for running a social enterprise
ChangeUp Governance Hub
The Governance Hub brings together people, information and ideas about governance in the voluntary and community sector. Whether you're a trustee, chair, advisor, funder - or just want to know more - this is the place to come. Website: http://www.governancehub.org.uk/
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations believes passionately in the voluntary and community sector. This is a sector with the power to transform the lives of people and communities for the better. NCVO has several specialist teams who provide information, advice and support to others working in or with the voluntary sector. These teams produce publications, briefing papers and guidance notes; run conferences and seminars; and offer a range of practitioner forums. NCVO aims to ensure that every organisation has access to high quality advice, information and support. Website: www.ncvo-vol.org.uk
Business Link
Practical advice for setting up and running a business or social enterprise.
Whatever help you need for your business whether it's sales or starting off, finance or finding the right people you'll find something of benefit on this site. The site provides quick and easy access to information, tools, guides and solution providers from a wide range of support that can make a real difference to Northwest businesses. Website: www.businesslinknw.co.uk
Social Firms
This website offers information to organizations that create employment opportunities for disadvantaged people. It offers guidance on developing a Social Firm. Social Firms are market-led businesses that are set up specifically to create good quality jobs for people severely disadvantaged in the labour market. Website: http://www.socialfirms.co.uk/
North West Network
To improve the efficiency of the administration of charities in direct pursuit of their objects and to further any charitable purpose in the present counties of Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire, Cumbria and Greater Manchester, by the provision of advice, training and information of educational value in particular (but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing ) concerning the nature and assistance provided for charities by the institutions of the European Community. http://www.nwnetwork.org.uk/regional-links.
Website: http://www.nwnetwork.org.uk
Responsible Investment
This website provides information and resources on Responsible Investment - what it is, reasons for doing it and how to go about it. Responsible Investment is about aligning investments with mission and incorporating social, environmental and ethical issues into investments. It is also known as ethical or socially responsible investment (SRI). Website: http://www.charitysri.org/
UK Social Investment Forum (UKSIF)
The UK Social Investment Forum (UKSIF) is the UK's membership network for sustainable and responsible financial services. UKSIF promotes responsible investment and other forms of finance that support sustainable economic development, enhance quality of life and safeguard the environment. We also seek to ensure that individual and institutional investors can reflect their values in their investments. Website: http://www.uksif.org
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