Becoming Change Makers for Social Impact
Join the « Becoming Change Makers » Social impact Series – Your Path to Meaningful Change!
Are you ready to be a part of something bigger? The Becoming Change Makers Series offers an exciting opportunity to dive into the world of social, women*, and intersectional entrepreneurship.
In our first online workshop we will focus on Social entrepreneurship, which stands as a powerful catalyst for change, driving progress in communities through innovative business solutions that address pressing social issues. By focusing on social impact rather than solely on profit, social entrepreneurs create sustainable models that serve and uplift disadvantaged groups, providing not just services and products but also empowering local economies and fostering equality.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or simply curious about making a difference, this workshop will empower you to become a visionary leader who drives meaningful social impact.
What's in it for you?
- Learn how social entrepreneurship can be a powerful tool for change from international experts
- Gain insights from experienced social entrepreneurs
- Be inspired by like-minded peers and create new networks
- Access practical tools to support your journey towards creating social impact
Keynote speakers
Namrata Sethi
Namrata has a background in interior designer with a focus on hotel and residential projects in India. As an entrepreneur, she ventured into furniture design with a strong emphasis on supporting local artisans. Currently, she works as a project manager at Haaga-Helia UAS, managing EU projects and focuses on initiatives that engage in social entrepreneurship and empower communities.
Lenka Hlinková
Lenka is the co-founder of Female Algorithm, a social enterprise she built from the ground up with her team. Over four years, she has successfully led a 30-member team to deliver more than 50 projects with a positive social impact, gaining national recognition and awards for their work. Through social entrepreneurship, Lenka has made strides in fostering diversity, technology education, and women’s empowerment across Slovakia.
Agenda
Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship
- Led by Ass. Prof. Mag. Desiree Wieser, PhD (MCI, Innsbruck, Austria)
- Discover the core values of social entrepreneurship and why integrating social impact into business models is essential
Tools and Networking for Entrepreneurs
- With Lenka Hlinková from Ženský Algoritmus (TUKE, Slovakia)
- Explore essential tools and frameworks to kickstart your social impact
- Join an interactive session to build valuable connections and enhance your networking skills
Live Engagement with Social Entrepreneurs
- Meet and interact with established social entrepreneurs:
- Manuela Raisová – Media Art Office (TUKE, Slovakia)
- Namrata Sethi (HH, Finland)
- Participate in a Q&A session to dive deep into their challenges, strategies, and motivations
Outlook and Upcoming Workshops
- Get an overview of future sessions in the Become Change Makers Series.
- See how each workshop builds on the last, creating a comprehensive journey towards becoming a successful social entrepreneur
Did you miss the webinar? Watch it here!
More information
When: 23 October 2024, at 4-6 PM CEST.
Where: Zoom link will be sent to registered participants Mon 21.10.24
Registration: Open until Sun 20th October, 2024.
This workshop is organized by international experts from the Ulysseus European University and it is free-of-charge.
We warmly welcome participants from all backgrounds to join us in the workshop, especially those who may feel underrepresented!