In this episode, we explore the world of social innovation and entrepreneurship in Ukraine with Solomiia Boianovych, Managing Director of the Platform for Social Change. Together, we dive into how this dynamic initiative develops social entrepreneurship in local communities through education, mentoring, and strategic investments.
Solomiia shares insights on:
- The mission and programs of the Platform for Social Change, and its role in supporting social entrepreneurship in Ukraine
- The inspiration behind its foundation and how Ukraine’s social entrepreneurship landscape has evolved
- Defining social entrepreneurship and how it differs from traditional businesses
- Key challenges faced by social entrepreneurs, particularly youth, rural communities, and post-war contexts A compelling success story of a social enterprise combining social impact with financial sustainability
- How the Impact Accelerator and Bootcamps program builds the skills of social entrepreneurs, focusing on business models, value propositions, and mentoring Measuring success for social enterprises—balancing social impact, job creation, community change, and financial resilience Practical advice for aspiring social entrepreneurs
- Emerging trends and opportunities in Ukrainian and regional social entrepreneurship, including green business, inclusive ventures, and digital/social innovation
- How listeners can connect, participate, and collaborate with the Platform for Social Change
🎧 Join us for an inspiring conversation about creating meaningful social impact in Ukraine and beyond.
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