From Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2020, people across the country are invited to visit a community business near them during Community Business Weekend.
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2019 Community Business Weekend flourishes
The fourth edition of Community Business Weekend took place this month from 16-19 May. Over 200 community businesses across the country opened their doors and put on events for people to come and enjoy. From leisure centres to farms, cafes, community hubs and pubs, communities celebrated and showcased why community businesses matter. It was an […]
Britain not so divided, as new research finds most of us trust our neighbours
We’re living in divisive times – but Brits say their sense of community spirit is alive and well and helping rebuild fractured neighbourhoods. The new Community Spirit Index from independent trust Power to Change shows how community-run events and businesses are driving change and providing vital support in UK towns and cities, despite the divisive […]
How to promote your Community Business Weekend event to media and beyond!
Getting excited about Community Business Weekend? Have a great idea for an event but not sure how best to promote it? Watch our 35 minute webinar to gain practical tips to advertise your event and community business and learn about all the resources and support we have on offer. In this webinar we hear from […]
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"Let's park the 'Northern powerhouse' and talk about Northern soul! Celebrate different ways ppl have of doing things." says @nmcinroy @PeoplesPowerhse @peoplesbiz
Want to find out how community business can help you create change and shift power? 💪 Join @peoplesbiz session at 1.30pm @PeoplesPowerhse with @EdbertsHouse @The_Annexe We'll also help you design your own community biz and solve your power struggles! All in one hour! 😅
RESEARCH 🧐| Power to Change has awarded two new research grants for projects exploring ‘good work’ and ‘local-rootedness’.
Sacha spending time with and presenting @PeoplesPowerhse #ThisisTheNorth convention. Talking about the role of our @corganisers approach to supporting the establishment of @peoplesbiz #CommunityBusiness
Looking forward to joining @PeoplesPowerhse conference in Sunderland today focusing on how we can bring different voices and experience to the table to shape growth and development in the North. @peoplesbiz pleased to sponsor this ppl-led initiative to change debate & policy