Manchester Social Economy Alliance
Working for Manchester's Social Economy
Who We Are
We are a group of organisations in Manchester from the social economy.
The social economy is made up of those organisations who reinvest their profits or financial surplus to achieve a social or environmental mission.
This means organisations like:
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social enterprises,
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credit unions,
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trading charities,
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co-operatives,
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community benefit societies and community businesses.
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Click here for examples of social economy organisations in Manchester.
We are an 'Alliance', which means a group of commited organisations working together on a shared goal.
What We Do
Creating a Space for Collaboration and Support
The MSEA is fostering collaboration among social economy organisations and leaders in Manchester, promoting shared objectives and sharing resources to promote a more social economy.
Events and Programmes
We are supporting our members to deliver various events and providing programmes aimed at bolstering the impact of individuals and groups within our social economy.
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Our events cater to a diverse array of needs within our community. Whether you're seeking peer support, mentorship for emerging leaders, opportunities for crowdfunding, workshops to enhance business skills, or assistance in securing investments, MSEA events could help you.
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Explore our upcoming events and programs below and discover how MSEA can support you on your journey towards success in the social economy. We look forward to welcoming you and working together to create positive change.
Research and Influence
We are working to research, map, and better understand the make up of the social economy in Manchester, and create space for those working in the social economy to collectively influence for a more inclusive economy in Manchester.
Our Members
Our Steering Group comprises individuals and organisations from Manchester and Greater Manchester actively involved in the social economy. Together, our members are dedicated to driving change in social value across various sectors within Manchester.
