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Innovation in social enterprises

This article shares the case studies of two social enterprises--Ecomaximus and the Brixton Pound --that put social innovation into practice.
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In this step, we are ask you to watch two video case studies and reflect on the following question: In what ways are these social enterprises innovative?

Case Studies

Ecomaximus

A social enterprise company manufacturing handmade paper and value added products out of elephant dung and other waste matter. Click here to view the video.

The Brixton Pound

A complementary currency that fuels the local economy in Brixton, London. Click here to view the video.

To get a better understanding about why innovation matters and how it can be applied within social enterprises, read the articles suggested below.

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Social Enterprise: Turning Ideas into Action

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