Listed events (for further descriptions of events and links scroll down):
6-8 November 2012, Istanbul, Turkey, Climate investment funds 2012 Partnership Forum
7 November 2012, London, UK, The social franchising event
8-10 November 2012, Paris, France, Coworking Europe Conference
8-9 November 2012, Bolzano, Italy, The contribution of cooperatives to the sustainable development
12 November 2012, London, UK, Social Enterprise Awards
12-13 November 2012, London, UK, London Business Village
12-18 November 2012, Global Entrepreneurship Week
13-14 November 2012, Dublin, Ireland, Backing the change-makers in a time of uncertainty: how can we do more?
15 November 2012, London, UK, Shine Unconference 2012
15 November 2012, Brussels, Belgium, Beyond the European Year for Active Ageing: Building on Conclusions and Targeting Future Developments
20 November 2012, London, UK, Social Value conference
22 November 2012, London, Uk, E3M Seminar – Models for Social Enterprise Growth
27 November 2012, Brussels, Belgium, Senior Entrepreneurs and Youth Employment Conference
28 November 2012, London, UK, Acevo Annual Conference 2012
29 November 2012, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, Social Innovation Tournament Final Event
29 November 2012, European Gender Summit 2012
6-8 November 2012, Istanbul, Turkey
Climate investment funds 2012 Partnership Forum
The Forum will provide a unique opportunity for diverse stakeholders – governments, civil society, indigenous peoples, private sector, and others – to contribute to deepening global understanding of the linkages between climate change and development as they have been addressed within the context of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF). As all CIF programs (on clean technology, forest investments, climate resilience and scaling up renewable energy in low income countries) are moving into implementation of investments at the country level, we anticipate the Forum to be a dynamic gathering that will be focused on effective on-the-ground implementation, knowledge-building and sharing of lessons.
To read more: http://www.transparency.org
7 November 2012, London, UK
The social franchising event
Franchising has changed the world; the way we eat, the coffee we drink. Can the social sector harness the essence of franchising to replicate its most successful projects to scale? This event is a mix of dynamic presentations and master classes to introduce social franchising, and get you thinking about applying its practices.
The social franchising event is delivered in partnership with NatWest and the International Centre for Social Franchising and is supported by the European Social Franchising Network
8-10 November 2012, Paris, France
Coworking Europe Conference
"Global Enterprise, ARD and La Fonderie partnered to organize the third European Coworking Conference.
Coworking Europe 2012 will bring together European and global co working space managers, entrepreneurship activists, nomad and innovation experts, collaboration gurus, as well as representatives from the public and of the corporate sector.
To read more: http://coworkingeurope.net
8-9 November 2012, Bolzano, Italy
The contribution of cooperatives to the sustainable development
The Institute for Regional Development and Location Management of the European Academy of Bozen/Bolzano (EURAC) is organising on behalf of the South Tyrolean Raiffeisen federation a scientific conference, which aims to discuss the relationship between cooperatives, sustainable entrepreneurship and local and regional development. The Institute for Italian law at the University of Innsbruck, the European Research Institute on Cooperative and Social Enterprises Trento (EURICSE) and the Free University of Bozen/Bolzano support this conference as scientific partners.
To read more: http://www.euricse.eu
12 November 2012, London, UK
Social Enterprise Awards
SEUK's Social Enterprise Awards 2012 includes 14 different categories, making it the biggest awards yet.
12-13 November 2012, London, UK
London Business Village
At London Business Village you will get everything you need to know about how to successfully sustain and expand your business to the next level. Covering everything from finance and funding, marketing, protecting your intellectual property and brand, you will meet more than 30 experts and hear from amazing speakers including former Dragon, Doug Richard.
To read more: http://www.bl.uk/bipc/workevents
12-18 November 2012, , worldwide
Global Entrepreneurship Week
Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world’s largest campaign to promote entrepreneurship, taking place in 115 countries. In the UK, the campaign is hosted by Youth Business International, a global network of initiatives that help young entrepreneurs to start their own business, in partnership with Barclays.
The theme for 2012 is: Pass it On! Global Entrepreneurship UK will be used to pass on the practical help and support needed by early start-ups and individuals who are considering taking the plunge.
The aim of Global Entrepreneurship Week is to create a collaborative, local and practical week which enables people to learn more about the wealth of support that is available to entrepreneurs in the UK.
To read more: http://www.unleashingideas.org/
13-14 November 2012, Dublin, Ireland
Backing the change-makers in a time of uncertainty: how can we do more?
This is the premier event in Europe for the social investment and venture philanthropy industry and its partners. Join diverse delegates including leaders from venture philanthropy, social investment, donor community, foundations, VC/private equity, advisory firms, academic institutions, and selected social entrepreneurs.
To read more: http://socialinnovationeurope.eu/node/3284
15 November 2012, London, UK
Shine Unconference 2012
SHINE is the UK's leading unconventional conference (or unconference) for socially-minded entrepreneurs. Taking place over two days during Global Entrepreneurship Week the 2012 SHINE Unconference is all about growth, so whether you have an idea you want to grow into a reality, or you have an established social venture that is ready to grow to the next level, then this event will offer a package that will allow you to grow your venture; gain practical support, services, tools and connections.
15 November 2012, Brussels, Belgium
Beyond the European Year for Active Ageing: Building on Conclusions and Targeting Future Developments
This international symposium provides a timely opportunity to discuss the different ways active ageing can be encouraged to ensure that older people remain productive members of society. The symposium will explore practical solutions to some of the issues associated with an ageing population in Europe. The European Union has a key role to play in areas such as employment, social protection and inclusion, public health and transport, but the primary role is for national, regional and local governments, as well as civil society and the social partners to adopt clear frameworks to promote active ageing.
To read more: http://publicpolicyexchange.co.uk/events/CK15-PPE2.php
20 November 2012, London, UK
Social Value conference
Social Enterprise UK are running a conference for public bodies, commissioners and social enterprises to find out how the new Social Value Act will impact their work and what changes they will need to make to comply with it. Speakers include Chris White MP, who first tabled the Act in parliament, and Jo Webber of the NHS confederation. Workshops will also offer practical support, including commissioning for social value and measuring social impact.
To read more: http://www.socialenterprise.org.uk
22 November 2012, London, UK
E3M Seminar – Models for Social Enterprise Growth
This one-day seminar offers a unique opportunity to explore different models for growth, looking in particular at: mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, consortia, and the incubation /spin-out of new ventures. The seminar will explore the critical factors for success, and is aimed at social enterprise leaders who want their businesses to flourish and grow in this demanding economic climate.The seminar will also be of great value to organisations providing support to social enterprises and others that want to broaden their knowledge in this area.Participants will hear from expert advisors in this field and from a selection of case studies drawing on the experience of the leaders of some of the UK’s most successful social enterprises. The event will also feature nnovative international models and experience, including the Italian social enterprise consortia.
To read more: http://socialbusinessint.com/
27 November 2012, Brussels, Belgium
Senior Entrepreneurs and Youth Employment Conference
Seniors Entrepreneurs is co-organising a conference in Brussels on “Senior Entrepreneurs and Youth Employment” with the European Union and Age Platform Europe.
The event will be opened by the Chairman of the Committee of the Regions or his representative. Max Uebe, DG Employment of the European Commission will then address the conference on the theme of "Youth employment and seniors"
On the topic of "Youth Employment: A Challenge for the Regions and Local Authorities", four local or regional collectives will comment on their employment problems and the measures they have implemented or intend to implement to meet the employment rate of young and / or active seniors in their area. (Desired or requested Regions include Brussels, Baden Württemberg, Ile-de-France, Rhône-Alpes, Catalonia, Lombardy).
To read more: http://ec.europa.eu/social
28 November 2012, London, UK
Acevo Annual Conference 2012
This year’s annual conference will highlight the importance of effective governance in bolstering your organization against the external pressures it faces during disruptive times such as these. Join us to hear from expert keynote speakers and take part in a range of practical workshops designed to help ensure that you understand the key issues that CEOs and trustees must address to ensure the long-term sustainability of your work.
To read more: http://www.acevoannualconference.org.uk/
29 November 2012, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Social Innovation Tournament Final Event
The EIB Institute is organizing the final event of the First EIB Social Innovation Tournament.
The Tournament seeks to promote the generation of innovative ideas and identify/reward opportunities promising substantial societal benefits or demonstrating best practices with tangible, scalable outcomes. It targets the creation of social value in relation to the fight against social exclusion, open for submission of projects falling in a wide range of fields, from education and health care to natural or urban environment, from new technologies to new systems and new processes. Improvements in these fields are critical to business success, and social innovation could have a substantial social impact.
29 November 2012, Brussels, Belgium
European Gender Summit 2012
Building on the great success of last year's event, the European Gender Summit 2012 brings together top-level researchers, science leaders, and policy makers to examine gender issues that impact on the implementation of the upcoming HORIZON 2020, European Research Area, and Innovation Union.
Distinguished scientists will discuss opportunities for advancing excellence through greater awareness of the role of gender as a dimension of research content, and as an important driver to promote innovation and mobility of talent and knowledge.
To read more: http://www.gender-summit.eu
