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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 12h

Today, we’re highlighting a conversation between Rory Doherty, founder and executive director of Voicing the Void, and Seba Barhoum, who fled the war in Syria and is now one of the festival’s powerful storytellers.

🎥 Listen to Seba below on the power of storytelling.

UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 1d

Stories have the power to heal, connect, and inspire change.

Today, meet Colm Teague, whose upcoming short film, RadicAlgorithm, is a thought-provoking reflection on how social media algorithms can fuel hate, radicalisation and division.

We’ll be sharing Colm’s video next Monday.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 2d

We were delighted to host a pro bono event with our legal partner Cooley, who created a welcoming and #Inclusive environment for our social entrepreneurs.

Their thoughtful approach helped everyone feel at ease and empowered to contribute fully throughout the day.

#SocialEnterprise

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 2d

This week is National Hate Crime Awareness Week - a time to stand together against hate and support those affected by it.

In support of the week we'll be bringing you a selection of interviews and videos from social enterprise, Voicing the Void's inaugural Restorative Storytelling Festival. 🚀

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 5d

All next week, we’ll be highlighting the power of storytelling to heal, connect communities, and advocate for change.

Stay tuned - more to come.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 5d

💸 Funding opportunity 💸

Looking to raise funds to become financial sustainable? The Reach Fund by Social Investment Business offer grants for those that are preparing to look for repayable investment.

Learn more and apply 👉

Reach Fund | Funding | Social Investment Business

Grants of between £5k and £15k to help charities and social enterprises that are working with approved social investors and looking to raise funds.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 6d

Our #QuoteOfTheWeek comes from our Connect and Share event in #Hampshire.

You can find all of our upcoming events here 👉 buff.ly/oTYlxda

#Connect #Networking #Community #SocialChange

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 7d

As the summer holiday season ends, it’s time to go back to learning as registrations open for Good Finance’s upcoming e-learning programme - Legal Structures!

Register your attendance here👉 buff.ly/0Ex3UxT

UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 12d

💡Exciting opportunity 💡

Try out this AI-powered learning and development tool - a free channel that helps social entrepreneurs discover relevant training, mentorship and development opportunities.

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ChatGPT - LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT - UK SOCIAL IMPACT SECTOR

Helps UK social sector leaders find learning & development opportunities. See all at Collective-Leadership-Group.short.gy/Navigator-Directory. Type "Hi" to get started.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 13d

Our #QuoteOfTheWeek comes from our Connect and Share event in #Hampshire.

You can find all of our upcoming events here 👉 buff.ly/oTYlxda

#Connect #Networking #Community #SocialChange

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 14d

National evidence shows a sharp drop in specialist supported housing in the UK. A new @GoodFinanceUK case study highlights how Golden Lane Housing & Resonance are addressing this, with 16 homes leased for this purpose!

Read more ➡️https://www.goodfinance.org.uk/case-studies/golden-lane-housing-0

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 16d

🚀 Connect & Share: Health and Movement for Change 🚀

Join us for an interactive Connect & Share session focused on what it takes to create a community.

🗓️ Wednesday 8th October
🕛 12:00pm - 1:00pm
📍 Online

👉 buff.ly/DawmaBu

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 19d

💸 Funding opportunities 💸

Are you a #SocialEntrepreneur looking for investment or a grant? Our updated resources lists and links to dozens of financial and non-financial opportunities across the UK.

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Other Funding and Support Available for Social Entrepreneurs | UnLtd

The social entrepreneurship ecosystem is vast, and we want to help you find the right support for you and your enterprise. Below we have listed other organisations who might be able to help you…

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 20d

Our #QuoteOfTheWeek comes from our Connect and Share event in #Sheffield.

You can find all of our upcoming events here 👉 buff.ly/oTYlxda

#Connect #Networking #Community #SocialChange

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 22d

Good Finance latest podcast, it's a must-listen! Featuring Julia Strelczuk, Founder of Nettle Café, she talked about her brave use of repayable finance to kickstart her organisation.

🎙️ Listen now via buff.ly/x3Fk59P

#Podcast #socialimpact #charity

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 22d

Our story spotlighting the incredible work of Jackie Brooks, founder of The Regulation Station, featured in Luton Today - highlighting how Jackie is tackling student's mental health and school absence in Bedfordshire. 📰

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 23d

✨ UnLtd is delighted to be supporting the Social Business Wales Conference and Awards 2025 – the perfect chance for businesses, local authorities, and social enterprises to connect and collaborate. ✨

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 26d

💡 Exciting opportunity 💡

The Foundation for Future London Capacity Building Programme offers free workshops and support to help social entrepreneurs in London grow sustainably. 🚀

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Capacity Building Programme - Foundation for Future London

Our Capacity Building Programme offers free workshops and a Whatsapp network and is open to anyone living, working or studying in Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets or Waltham Forest.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 27d

Our #QuoteOfTheWeek comes from our Connect and Share event in #Sheffield.

You can find all of our upcoming events here 👉 buff.ly/oTYlxda

#Connect #Networking #Community #SocialChange

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 28d

🌟 Introducing Jackie Brooks, founder of The Regulation Station 🌟

One parent said: “He is a different child. He is happier in himself, he is more settled and less lonely, his anxiety levels have reduced significantly."

Read Jackie’s story on our blog 👉 buff.ly/C4qjfe7

Introducing Jackie Brooks, founder of The Regulation Station | UnLtd

“Everything starts with a connection. Connect before you correct.”

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · 29d

🌟 Introducing Jackie Brooks, founder of The Regulation Station 🌟

“Everything starts with a connection. Connect before you correct.”

The Regulation Station CIC works with children and young people who feel shut out of mainstream education.

Read Jackie’s story on our blog 👉 buff.ly/C4qjfe7

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · Sep 15

🚀 Connect & Share: Employment & Financial Inclusion 🚀

We'll hear from Alex Kelly, founder of Waymakers, as she shares her journey and explores how building meaningful partnerships can unlock income, deepen impact and drive systems change💡

📅 Wednesday 24th September

👉 buff.ly/j94lfhX

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · Sep 12

💸 Funding opportunity 💸

Are you an organisation empowering young people in Camden? 🚀

The Camden Community Wealth Fund's Youth Fund is now open for applications.

🕓 Applications close at 12pm, Tuesday 30th September 2025.

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Youth Fund

If you run a business that empowers young people in Camden, apply to Camden Community Wealth Fund’s Youth Fund for investment to grow your business.

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UnLtd @unltd.org.uk · Sep 11

Our #QuoteOfTheWeek comes from our Connect and Share event in #Sheffield.

You can find all of our upcoming events here 👉 buff.ly/oTYlxda

#Connect #Networking #Community #SocialChange

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Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · Sep 2

@unltd.org.uk, a charity which supports social entrepreneurs, has moved to invest its £175m endowment on a mission-aligned basis

Charity moves £175m endowment to mission-aligned investment approach

www.civilsociety.co.uk

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