Asia’s social entrepreneurs: Do well … Do good … Do sustainably

Publication Type

Book

Publication Date

10-2021

Abstract

Social enterprises of all forms drive inclusive growth by creating social and economic networks, and a stable ecosystem, that enable societies to grow and prosper. This book presents a collection of ten case studies that demonstrate the important role played by social enterprises in driving inclusive growth in Asia’s economies. Unlike the traditional models, such as NGOs and charities, that are donor dependent for funding, a social enterprise is a hybrid business model that includes both social mission and revenue generation goals to ensure sustainability and self-reliance. The ten case studies in the book provide a ringside view of how social enterprises operate and evolve to create, sustain, and scale up their social impact. Readers will gain a practical understanding of how social entrepreneurs struggle to maintain a balance between their two seemingly contradictory goals of creating social value and generating economic returns. The book carries the readers on the journey of each of these ten social enterprises, offering unique and valuable insights into the motivations, tribulations, successes, and even failures of these organisations—critical for continued learning, contribution, and innovation in the domain.

Keywords

Social entrepreneurship, Asia, case studies

Discipline

Asian Studies | Business Law, Public Responsibility, and Ethics | Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | Strategic Management Policy

Research Areas

Strategy and Organisation

First Page

1

Last Page

160

ISBN

9781003203582

Identifier

10.4324/9781003203582

Publisher

Routledge

City or Country

London

External URL

https://search.library.smu.edu.sg/permalink/65SMU_INST/naremq/alma99520362202601

Additional URL

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003203582

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