The Social Enterprise Academy is a social enterprise that connects changemakers with transformational learning and development.
What do we do?
We deliver innovative programmes that empower people in Scotland and around the world to step up and effect social change.
Social Enterprise Schools
Supporting young people across Scotland to set up social enterprises that solve the issues that matter to them while developing key skills for the future.
Supported by: The Scottish Government
Communities Leading in Tourism
Supporting community leaders develop the skills needed to influence, plan and support sustainable rural tourism recovery in their areas.
Steps to Sustainability
Supporting heritage organisations from across the UK to strengthen their strategic leadership and income-generating skills.
Funded by: The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Who is it for?
For individuals, communities and organisations passionate about creating the change they want to see in the world.
Individuals
Ruairidh Gollan and Wallace Hastings share how they are now able to better contribute to social enterprises at a board level.
In partnership with: HIE
Communities
Leaders from Scotland’s community football clubs share how a social enterprise approach is transforming their communities.
In partnership with: Scottish FA
Organisations
Melville Housing's management team share their transition from management to confident, collaborative leadership.
In partnership with: Melville Housing
What is the impact?
“Education does not change the world. Education changes people. People change the world.” - Paulo Freire
Our transformational learning programmes support the development of more sustainable organisations and communities who then increase their social impact.
I felt a little lost in my direction and role within the organisation. The programme has reassured and inspired me again to make a difference. Previous Learner, 2017
I left the programme with the realisation that I myself have a burning ambition that I’m not fulfilling, so bold and brave is on its way Previous Learner, 2018
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