International Social Enterprise Day brought together social entrepreneurs from across Sheffield City Region for a conference on building the social economy. Those attending were inspired by stories of social enterprises in the forefront of flood disaster response, climate change mitigation, health and well being, and support for the homeless,...
South Yorkshire flood appeal sets £250k target
South Yorkshire Community Foundation’s appeal for funds to support those affected by the recent floods has raised £180,000 so far towards their £250,000 target. The flood disaster appeal is intended to provide urgent support to people who have been displaced from their homes or suffered property damage in Rotherham,...
Rotherham hosts Convention of the North
Sheffield City Region Mayor, Dan Jarvis, said the Convention of the North, which brought over 1000 delegates in Rotherham, demonstrates the progress being made on the north of England economy. Source: Sheffield Live!
South Yorkshire charity aims to reduce social isolation
Local charity b:friend, which aims to reduce social isolation among older people, held an open event Endcliffe park at the weekend to encourage volunteer befrienders. Baillor Jalloh reports. Source: Sheffield Live!
Sheffield Carnival returns to Norfolk Park
Sheffield Carnival procession parade brought together hundreds of participants in its third year at Norfolk Heritage Park celebrating communities and diversity. Baillor Jalloh reports. Source: Sheffield Live!
Community gym welcomes equipment donation
Sheffield’s Unity gym have thanked South Yorkshire Police after the force helped them to secure additional equipment following closure of a local gym. Gym equipment at the Moor Centre was destined for a skip until PC Simon Nolan persuaded board members to donate the equipment to a better home....
Sheffield charity calls for action on human trafficking
Sheffield based charity Snowdrop is calling on the government to do more to raise awareness of human trafficking. Every year hundreds of people are trafficked into the UK and victims are being compelled into prostitution, forced labour or working excessively long hours, often in extreme conditions. Baillor Jalloh spoke...
Community music studio re-launched
Sadacca Studios on the Wicker has re-opened at the weekend as a music space and arts venue after a budget makeover. The former Bob Marley studio, unused for nearly a decade, has been equipped by Musical Works, a not-for-profit organisation. Baillor Jalloh spoke to project manager Chris Morris. Source:...
Sheffield company launches children’s book club
A new Sheffield-based social enterprise aims to promote positive images of sub-Saharan Africa through a children’s book club, educational workshops, lectures, campaigns, festivals and the production of educational material. True Talk Africa launched in February and is encouraging children, including those of African heritage, to discover literature by African...
Social entrepreneurs celebrate sector growth
Social entrepreneurs from across the region gathered in Sheffield to share success stories and exchange ideas on future priorities for businesses and charities with social and environmental objectives. The event was organised by Social Enterprise Exchange, a project funded by the European Union which provides business advice and support...