Rethink Ireland is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring social innovators

WestBIC is an Enterprise Ireland partner providing hands-on startup support, funding readiness and investment preparation for early-stage founders in the west of Ireland.

The INSPIRE Social Enterprise Course 2023, in partnership with Workplace Innovation, aims to support individuals in Ireland who are interested in developing their own social enterprises. Social enterprises are businesses that work primarily to improve the lives of people. Their core objective is to achieve a social, societal, or environmental impact. They frequently work to support disadvantaged groups or to address issues such as food poverty, social housing, or environmental matters. Any surpluses generated by social enterprises are re-invested into achieving social objectives, rather than maximising profit for their owners.

The course will provide participants with specialised training in ideation, business skills, and social impact. They will have the chance to collaborate with like-minded individuals, develop their ideas, and create a social enterprise business plan. Upon completion, they will receive a certificate and be invited to pitch at the Agora event in late September 2023, with the chance to secure an internship in the social enterprise space.

Key Details:

• Course Participants: Young people aged 18–35, not currently employed, interested in creating their own social enterprise in Ireland.
• Course Outcomes: Gain knowledge on starting a social enterprise, develop business skills, and learn to measure and manage social impact.
• Course Schedule: Online sessions over six mornings, starting from 26th July 2023, with a final in-person event in Dublin in late September.
• Applications for the INSPIRE course are open until 5pm Friday, 14th July 2023.
• Submit applications here

Questions can also be directed to businesscourse@rethinkireland.ie