New initiatives to support social enterprises across Northern Ireland
Social Enterprise Northern Ireland launches programmes to support leadership development and sector growth
Social Enterprise Northern Ireland (SE NI), in partnership with Tenancy Deposit Scheme Northern Ireland (TDS), will launch two initiatives to support leadership development and sustainability in the social enterprise sector across Northern Ireland.
Executive Leadership Development Programme
The Executive Leadership Development Programme will support up to 60 social enterprise leaders across three cohorts which will take place over the next 18 months.
Designed and delivered by facilitators from the Social Enterprise Academy, the programme will focus on:
- developing enterprising and commercially focused mindsets
- financial sustainability
- resilient leadership
Participants will benefit from a blend of in-person and online learning, peer networking, and optional accreditation through Glasgow Caledonian University.
How to apply
Applications for the first cohort of the Executive Leadership Development Programme will open shortly, with places available for up to 18 learners per cohort.
Register your interest in the first cohort.
Social Enterprise Grant Fund
In addition to the leadership programme, TDS Northern Ireland will allocate £15,000 in grant funding to support social enterprises in Northern Ireland.
These grants are intended to assist recipients in:
- scaling their impact
- investing in innovation
- building long-term sustainability
How to apply
The grants will be distributed through regional events following a Dragons’ Den-style format to ensure accessibility across Northern Ireland.
For more information, contact Amanda Johnston, SE NI’s Head of Business Development, at amanda@socialenterpriseni.org.
First published 30 June 2025.