by Shania Edwards | Jan 13, 2026 | News
At iSE, we are proud to spotlight the achievements of people who started their journey with us and continue to make a lasting contribution to the social economy. One of those people is Dr Birgit Kehrer, founder and CEO of ChangeKitchen CIC. Birgit has recently been...
by Shania Edwards | Jan 13, 2026 | News
As we step into 2026, iSE is opening the doors to a new programme of events created for people building businesses with intention, care and long term ambition. These sessions are not about quick wins or surface level advice. They are about practical learning,...
by Shania Edwards | Dec 1, 2025 | News
A Clearer National Direction for Cleaner, Healthier Places The government’s revised Environmental Improvement Plan outlines a detailed pathway for reducing pollution, restoring nature and improving public health across England. With a commitment to cut population...
by Shania Edwards | Dec 1, 2025 | News
Celebrating Community Impact Across the West Midlands The Social Economy Awards 2025 brought together people and organisations whose day to day work improves lives, supports neighbourhoods and keeps the region moving forward. This year’s awards sat at the heart of a...
by Shania Edwards | Oct 29, 2025 | News
On Friday 17th October, iSE marked a remarkable milestone: 25 years of driving social enterprise, innovation and inclusive economic growth across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Hosted at Trowers & Hamlins, the evening brought together generations of...