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BSSEC CIC is a network body that brings together stakeholders, infrastructure organisations, public sector, private businesses and the VCFSE sector across the wider West Midlands with a core aim and passion to grow the regional Social Economy.
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BSSEC CIC @bssec-cic.bsky.social · Jan 8
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BSSEC CIC is building a community of like-minded #socialeconomy organisations here on our account?

We'd really appreciate a follow or mention as we're looking to grow our connections on this social media platform, please & thank you!

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#socent #WestMids
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🌱 £2,500 grants for community organisations across the West Midlands to deliver nature-based projects in March 2026.

Deadline: 19 Jan 2026
👉 Details: www.wmca.org.uk/what-we-do/e...

#SocialEconomy #CommunityAction #WestMidlands
Nature Call to Action Campaign Fund
Apply for the Nature Call to Action Campaign fund today
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December 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Our December Social Economy NEWS is out 🎄
A reflective end-of-year edition for the West Midlands social economy, shared with subscribers only.

Already signed up? Check your inbox.
Not yet? Now’s a good time 💜
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#SocialEconomy #VCSE #WestMidlands
Contact - BSSEC
BSSEC CIC enquiries For enquiries about this website & blog or to promote your social enterprise news or events please contact: Iza Korsak — send email For all other enquiries please contact: Sarah Be...
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December 16, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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📍 New blog: Cluster Spotlight on Provision House, Dudley

Jakira Khanam visits Dinesh Patel and the team to explore how community-led infrastructure is powering local social economy growth.

Read more 👉 bssec.org.uk/provision-ho...

#SocialEconomy #Dudley #CommunityLed #SocialEnterprise
Provision House Dudley: Powering the Social Economy Through Community, Enterprise and Compassion - BSSEC
Provision House in Dudley is a social economy powerhouse — supporting community wellbeing, social enterprise growth and inclusive local economic development across the Black Country.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Tomorrow we’re at Better Pathways in Digbeth for our next Social Economy FORUM on working with the private sector + shared value in practice.

Want to join us? Email Jakira for a calendar invite: [email protected]

#WestMidlandsSocialEconomy #VCSE #SocEnt
December 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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What a week for the West Midlands social economy — SED25 was buzzing with ideas and connection.
Our latest BSSEC newsletter is out now with fresh updates + opportunities.
Get it straight to your inbox: bssec.org.uk/contact/

#VCSE #SocEnt #SED2025
November 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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💷 Panel Spotlight – MONEY
Where’s the money? An ecosystem approach
Hear from:
• Melanie Mills (Better Society Capital)
• Holger Westphely (Big Issue Invest)
• Tim Landreth (Nuneaton Signs)
• Matt Smith (Key Fund)

📅 19 Nov | Birmingham
🎟️ Book free: [link]

#SED2025 #SocEnt #VCSE
November 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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📰 The latest Social Economy NEWS is out!
New funding, fresh insights + our latest Cluster Spotlight — all exclusive to BSSEC subscribers.
📬 Sign up: bssec.org.uk/contact/
#SocEnt #VCSE #WestMidlands #SocialEconomy
Contact - BSSEC
BSSEC CIC enquiries For enquiries about this website & blog or to promote your social enterprise news or events please contact: Iza Korsak — send email For all other enquiries please contact: Sarah Be...
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October 30, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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🔥 Panel Spotlight: INNOVATION
Hear from 5 brilliant leaders driving change in the West Midlands social economy.
🗓 19 Nov 2025 | 📍 Millennium Point, Birmingham
🎟️ Book your free ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-eco...

#SED2025 #Innovation #VCSE #Birmingham #SocEnt #InclusiveGrowth
October 21, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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📅 SED25 is nearly here!
🌟 Social Economy Conference & Expo
🕤 19 Nov, 9:30–16:00 | 📍 Millennium Point, Birmingham

Part of Social Economy Drive 17–21 Nov — a week celebrating the West Midlands social economy.

👉 View all events & book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/social-ec...

#SED25 #SocialEconomy #VCSE
October 17, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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Our latest Social Economy NEWS is out!
✨ SED25 spotlight, awards shortlist
📅 Events & funding
🏘️ New blog on community wealth building 👇
bssec.org.uk/what-is-comm...
📬 Sign up for future editions: bssec.org.uk/contact/

#SED2025 #VCSE #SocialEconomy #WestMidlands #CommunityBusiness
What is Community Wealth Building? A Practical Guide for Local Economies - BSSEC
Community wealth building is changing the way local economies work — shifting power back to communities, creating good jobs, and keeping wealth where it’s made. Here’s what it means, why it matters, a...
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October 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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🚀 Panel Spotlight: SYSTEM
Collaboration, networks & partnerships that power the social economy.
🗓 19 Nov | 📍 Millennium Point
🎟 Free event – don’t miss it! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-eco...

#SED2025 #SocEnt #SocialEconomy #VCSE #WestMidlands
Social Economy Conference & Expo, Panel 1: System. Maximising the power of the ecosystem in growing the social economy Speakers: Asif Afridi (CEO, Barrow Cadbury Trust), Charles Rapson (Head of Social Economy, WMCA), Karolina Medwecka (East Birmingham Programme Development Manager, Birmingham City Council). 19th November 2025, Millennium Point, Birmingham.
October 16, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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💥 Save the date!
BSSEC x Dept for Transport Procurement Event
📅 20 Nov 2025 | 10:00–13:00
📍 Library of Birmingham

Part of #SED2025, this free session brings expert insights, networking & guidance on upcoming transport projects.
👉 Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/department...

#SocEnt #WestMidlands
Department for Transport - Procurement event
Hey there! Join us at the Department for Transport Procurement Event to learn all about how we source goods and services for transportation
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September 30, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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🌟 New on the BSSEC blog
Legacy West Midlands is powering Handsworth’s social economy—uncovering talent, supporting new entrepreneurs & creating community-led opportunities.
Read more ➜ bssec.org.uk/legacy-west-...

#WestMidlandsSocialEconomy #Birmingham #SocialEconomyClusters
Powering Handsworth’s Social Economy: Legacy West Midlands in Action - BSSEC
Discover how Legacy West Midlands is powering Handsworth’s social economy—supporting new social enterprises, creative collaborations and community-led growth from their historic Soho House hub.
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September 19, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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💡 How can Local Growth Plans deliver inclusive growth people can see & feel in their communities?

Great blog from Power to Change on harnessing the #SocialEconomy to unlock local prosperity 👉
blog.bham.ac.uk/lpip/2025/08...
#InclusiveGrowth #WestMidlands #FairerFuture #LocalGrowth
August 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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Inspiring interview with Charles Rapson, Social Economy Lead at WMCA, on why visibility matters and how Social Economy Drive 2025 can spotlight the region’s changemakers.
🎥 Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCpm...
#SocialEconomy #WMCA #WestMidlands
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August 11, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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📬 Our new email newsletter is out now! Featuring:
– Growth Plan breakdown
– Social Economy Awards news
– Event & funding updates

Not subscribed? Make sure you’re on our list to get it straight to your inbox.
#SocialEconomy #VCFSE #WestMidlands #GrowthPlan
August 5, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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The new West Midlands Growth Plan could double the size of the region’s social economy.
Our blog breaks down what it means for local communities and social enterprises: bssec.org.uk/west-midland...
#SocialEconomy #GoodJobs #WestMidlands
Ambitious New Growth Plan Aims to Transform the West Midlands Economy - BSSEC
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) officially launched its comprehensive Growth Plan, a bold blueprint designed to turbocharge the region’s economy, create 100,000 good jobs, and significantl...
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August 4, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Thank you to all who joined our July Social Economy FORUM in Wolverhampton! 🌱 Great turnout & inspiring insights from Dan Carins (WMCA), Josie Kelly (Access to Business) & Sabrina Ellis (NICS Wellbeing).
Read the summary: bssec.org.uk/wp-content/u...

#SocialEconomyForum #SocEnt #WMCA #WestMids
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July 31, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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🌍 Great news for the West Midlands: @mayorwestmids.bsky.social has announced a shake-up in business support — boosting growth, green innovation & supply chain opportunities. A big step forward for social enterprises driving inclusive, sustainable impact.
#SocialEconomy #WestMidlands #GreenGrowth
July 29, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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On 26 June, our Partnerships Lead Jakira Khanam attended BiTC’s Solutions for the Future in the West Midlands — with insights from WMCA, Coventry Building Society, & Coventry University. Read her reflections 👉 bssec.org.uk/importance-o...
Importance of place: Key insights from the BiTC "Solutions for the Future" session - BSSEC
On 26th June, I attended the Business in the Community (BiTC) “Solutions for the Future – A Place-based approach” session, an insightful event dedicated to growing the local economy through localised ...
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July 29, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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🏆 Nominations for the Social Economy Awards 2025 are open!
Let’s celebrate the amazing organisations and people making a difference across the West Midlands.
🗓 Deadline: 19 Sept
🔗 socialeconomydrive.com/awards
📖 Read more:
bssec.org.uk/ise-cic-social-economy-awards-2025/
#SocialEconomyDrive
July 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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📬 Just sent: our latest Social Economy NEWS – exclusive email updates for social economy orgs in the West Midlands.
This edition covers:
— New investment & grant opps
— Sector news & July events
— Podcast picks & more
🧠 Not on the list? Send us a message to subscribe
#SocialEconomy #WestMids #SocEnt
July 9, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Our Social Economy FORUM summary from June is now live! 🏡
Missed the session on assets & sustainability? You can read it here: bit.ly/44JqhKr
Next session: 17 July in Wolverhampton! We'll be exploring business support in the West Midlands. Check your inbox for invites or contact us to join in.
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July 2, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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⏳ One week to go!
The deadline to apply for the UK Social Enterprise Awards is 7 July.
If your social enterprise is creating impact, now’s the time to shine. Celebrate your work, share your story — and get the recognition you deserve.
📣 Don’t miss out!
#SocEntAwards #SocialEnterprise #WestMidlands
socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social Social Enterprise UK @socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social · Jun 30
Hurry! There’s only 1 week left to apply for the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2025.

Whether you’re a #SocialEntrepreneur or a social enterprise supporter, don’t miss the chance to win a prestigious award, amplifying your impact and opening new opportunities for business: buff.ly/VLnSqGe
July 1, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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Great to see this open again!
Let’s get some amazing West Midlands social enterprises in the spotlight 👏
socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social Social Enterprise UK @socialenterpriseuk.bsky.social · Jun 2
It’s here – Applications for the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2025 are now open!

Join the country’s biggest celebration of the sector recognising the strength and diversity of the social enterprise community.

Highlight the powerful change your business makes today - buff.ly/soXeZqR
June 25, 2025 at 10:23 AM