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School for Social Entrepreneurs - Ontario

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      Health & Wellness

         

        International Development

           

          Social Services & Justice

             

            Youth & Education

               
               

              Skills and Expertise Needed:

              • Accounting
              • Board Work
              • Consulting
              • Counseling
              • Elder Care
              • Event Coordination
              • Fundraising
              • General Admin
              • Legal
              • Marketing & PR
              • Mentoring & Training
              • Other
              • Outreach
              • Translation
              • Web & IT
              • Writing & Research
               
               

              About Us

              The School for Social Entrepreneurs – Ontario (SSE-O) contributes to transformational social change and more equitable economic prosperity by helping people of all ages, educational backgrounds, and walks of life launch a non-profit, cooperative, ethical business, or social venture to benefit their community. By nurturing community-based social entrepreneurs, SSE-O supports the exploration of new ideas and innovative approaches to the evolving and complex challenges faced by communities in Canada. SSE-O's untraditional and unique educational model places the emphasis on students as self-directed learners. With a global SSE network spanning eight schools in the United Kingdom, two schools in Australia, and the new school in Ontario, the SSE movement supports individuals in realizing their potential and helps to establish, scale, and sustain social enterprises and social businesses. SSE-O was brought to Canada by an Ontario collaborative led by Housing Services Corporation, MaRS, ACCESS Community Capital Fund, and Toronto Centre for Community Learning and Development. We are generously supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

              How To Get Involved With Us

              There are many potential roles you can play in our community, everything from supporting our students directly to helping staff in the management of the School. The only requirement for involvement is a passion for social entrepreneurship! Our team would be happy to discuss your interests and help you find a way to participate. We have positions as mentors, tutors, technical business consultants, event managers, photographers, videographers, and more. Please visit: getinvolved.sseontario.org for more information.