🌱 From idea to impact – how to discover the benefits of social entrepreneurship?
What is a social enterprise ?
Is it related to social services , charity, or government assistance programs?
These are the questions that the social enterprise ieber.lv hears every day from people who encounter the concept of "social entrepreneurship" for the first time.
In fact, a social enterprise in Latvia is much more than good intentions – it is a purposeful and sustainable form of entrepreneurship that combines a business approach with the creation of public benefit . This means that the company works according to market principles – it sells products or services, but the profits are invested in solving social, environmental or educational problems.
As stated in the training materials of the Latvian Social Entrepreneurship Association (SUA) :
“Social enterprise is a bridge between business and societal needs – a place where ideas transform into positive impact.”
💚 Benefits of social entrepreneurship
Social entrepreneurship provides benefits to both society and the entrepreneur themselves. Here are some of them:
1️⃣ Positive impact on society – you see real results and can be part of changes that improve the quality of life.
2️⃣ Stable and meaningful business – customers increasingly value companies that operate with values and transparency.
3️⃣ Support opportunities – various grants, training, and community support are available to social enterprises in Latvia.
4️⃣ Employee motivation – when working for a company that has a mission, people feel a sense of belonging and inspiration.
5️⃣ Sustainable development model – social enterprises help implement the UN Sustainable Development Goals at the local level.
♻️ How ieber.lv implements social entrepreneurship principles
The social enterprise ieber.lv was born from the desire to combine ecology, education, and inspiring society .
Our goal is to create small steps towards sustainability that help every family live more consciously and environmentally friendly.
🫶 We offer organic and eco-friendly products without unnecessary packaging to reduce waste.
🎓 We organize master classes for companies and schools where you learn about sustainable choices in everyday life.
🤝 We collaborate with other social enterprises and associations to create new values in the circular economy together.
This approach helps not only to reduce negative environmental impact , but also to inspire others to take their first step towards a more sustainable everyday life .
💡 How to become a social enterprise?
If you are also inspired by the idea of combining business with public good, start exploring!
The Latvian Social Entrepreneurship Association has created excellent learning materials for schools and young people that help them understand:
🔹 how ideas with impact are born,
🔹 what qualities characterize a social entrepreneur,
🔹 and how to turn an idea into real action step by step.
📘 Teaching materials for high school
📗 Teaching materials for elementary school
🌍 From idea to impact
Social entrepreneurship proves that business and charity can exist in the same sentence , and it is this combination that creates the greatest value – a humane, sustainable, and inspiring future .
Because there is only one step from idea to impact – the desire to do good and the courage to start.
