The social economy in Northern Ireland
An overview of social enterprises who make up an increasingly diverse and crucial sector of business in Northern Ireland
The social enterprise economy in Northern Ireland is an increasingly well-established and diverse sector. It creates opportunities and training for people who are often marginalised in society, driving social impact in these communities.
Figures released by Social Enterprise NI in its 'Re-balancing the NI Economy Report 2019' indicate there are almost 843 social enterprises in Northern Ireland, generating an annual turnover of approximately 拢980 million. It highlights there are almost 25,000 people employed in Northern Ireland's social economy.
What is social impact?
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The top three goals of social enterprises in Northern Ireland are to:
- enhance the community
- assist people in gaining employment
- improve the environment
The top three social enterprise activities are:
- education
- employment and skills
- business 91香蕉黄色视频
The Department for the Economy provides more information on the .