SSE Fellows shortlisted for UK Social Enterprise Awards 2015

We are delighted to announce that three SSE Fellows have made the shortlist for the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2015 which have recently been announced. The Awards celebrate social enterprises which are leading the way when it comes to social and environmental impact. Social Enterprise UK, which hosts the annual awards ceremony, received nearly 300 applications for the 2015 event. Award categories include: Inspiring Youth, One to Watch and Women’s Champion – 40% of social enterprise leaders are women, outstripping mainstream business.

Alastair Wilson, CEO of the School for Social Entrepreneurs said:

“We are delighted to see SSE Fellows being recognised for the fantastic work they do. They are inspirational people helping to change communities and lives for the better and we are proud that the SSE has been a part of their journey.”

The SSE Fellows shortlisted are:

Xing Education – Inspiring Youth Enterprise Award

We Walk the Line CIC – One to Watch Award

Enabling Enterprise – Social Impact Award

Nick Temple, Deputy CEO of Social Enterprise UK said:

“The strength of this year’s shortlist is a testament to the quality and growing strength of the social enterprise movement. Social enterprises are an increasingly important part of the economy: starting new businesses, creating jobs, and transforming communities at home and abroad. They now operate in almost every industry: from quality consumer products to people-centred health and social care services, from pioneering social investors to those protecting our environment.  This shortlist recognises this breadth and diversity, and recognises the tremendous work of social enterprises and those who support them to thrive.”