SES2023: Social Entrepreneurship Summit 2023 Universidad Tecnológica de Bolivar Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, August 31-September 1, 2023 |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ses20230 |
Submission deadline | May 21, 2023 |
The Social Entrepreneurship Summit (SES) is an event that brings together individuals from various sectors such as academia, business, government, and entrepreneurs to collaboratively address some of society's most challenging issues. The summit aims to foster collaboration and provide hands-on support to social entrepreneurs and other ecosystem actors. It is organized by “El Patio” the innovation unit at Universidad Tecnológica de Bolivar with the support of the Chair of Social Entrepreneurship at Vrije Universiteit Brussels, and the School of Business and Economics at Maastricht University, in partnership with the ELANET Consortium of universities and organizations that support social entrepreneurship.
The first edition of the Social Entrepreneurship Summit was held in Santa Marta, Colombia in 2019. Since then, the summit has attracted the interest of over 800 participants from around the world, including those attending in-person and online. Our most recent summit was held in Cochabamba, Bolivia, where over 140 participants attended in-person, with an additional 70 participants joining online.
We are proud to present the SES2023 edition “From discourse to action: towards a lasting societal impact” to be held in Cartagena, Colombia, hosted by Universidad Tecnologica de Bolivar (UTB). For two days, the summit will provide a platform for sharing best practices (both from academia and practice), discussing emerging trends, and practical solutions to the most pressing challenges facing social entrepreneurs today. Together, we will explore the potential of social entrepreneurship to transform communities and create a lasting impact. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect come and present your ongoing research projects, social enterprises and connect with like-minded individuals and drive positive change.
Submission Guidelines and Participation Styles
- Academic Presentation: We welcome all types of scientific research, including literature reviews, conceptual papers, case studies, and qualitative/quantitative research.
- University Initiatives Presentation: Universities are invited to showcase their exemplary cases on how to support/stimulate social entrepreneurship through teaching, research, or outreach activities.
- Practitioner’s Presentation: Social enterprises, practitioners, and government officials are encouraged to share their ideas and experiences on the topic by presenting their cases, best practices, and challenges to a broader audience to create awareness, establish new connections, and receive feedback.
- Round Table Debates: Proposals are welcome to open up debates on challenging topics in the support of social entrepreneurship.
- Social Entrepreneurship Fair: Local social entrepreneurs will present and sell their products at the fair.
Abstracts of 1,000 words are required for all submissions, which should mention one of the above types and elaborate on proposed ideas. Both English and Spanish presentations are welcome, with a clear presentation of preference. All submissions will be subject to peer-review.
List of Topics
- Innovative business models in social entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Social Entrepreneurship
- Social entrepreneurship and the base of the pyramid (BoP) context
- Social innovation and best practices/case studies
- Universities, Social Impact, and Social Entrepreneurship
- Circular economy and new business models
- Impact investing and social finance
- (The role of) technology and (in) social entrepreneurship
- Social entrepreneurship in a post-pandemic world
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion in social entrepreneurship.
- Corporate social responsibility - CSR and social entrepreneurship
- Social entrepreneurship in rural and remote communities
- Social entrepreneurship and healthcare innovation
- Ethics and values in social entrepreneurship
Venue
We are proud to present the SES2023 edition “From discourse to action: towards a lasting societal impact” to be held in Cartagena, Colombia, hosted by Universidad Tecnologica de Bolivar (UTB). For two days, the summit will provide a platform for sharing best practices (both from academia and practice), discussing emerging trends, and practical solutions to the most pressing challenges facing social entrepreneurs today. Together, we will explore the potential of social entrepreneurship to transform communities and create a lasting impact. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect come and present your ongoing research projects, social enterprises and connect with like-minded individuals and drive positive change.
Hybrid Conference
We have learnt over the past years, that hosting a hybrid conference brings many possibilities and opportunities for those that can not physically attend our event. The hybrid conference format is particularly important for our mission to promote social entrepreneurship as a tool for positive social and environmental impact. By making our event accessible to individuals and communities that may face geographical or financial barriers to attending in person, we hope to empower a wider range of change-makers to drive sustainable change in their local contexts.
Who can participate?
- Researchers and academics with a focus on social entrepreneurship and related fields;
- University leaders and professionals involved in international relations, outreach, and community engagement with an interest in the relationship between universities and local communities;
- Students and professionals with an interest in social entrepreneurship and related fields;
- Social entrepreneurs and business representatives working on projects with a social or environmental impact;
- Investors, venture capitalists, and philanthropists interested in supporting social entrepreneurship ventures;
- Business leaders and practitioners with connections to social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility;
- Policymakers and government agencies involved in supporting social and environmental initiatives;
- NGO's and other organizations involved in social or environmental projects;
- Leaders from incubators, accelerators, coworking spaces, and other innovation-focused organizations.
What can you expect from this summit?
By attending the Social Entrepreneurship Summit, you can expect to:
- Gain inspiration from a range of presentations by academics, students, business leaders, government officials, social entrepreneurs, and other key stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem;
- Build long-lasting connections and explore new avenues for creating sustainable solutions, drawing on the knowledge and experience of other participants;
- Receive valuable feedback on your current social entrepreneurship projects and ideas, helping you to refine your approach and increase your impact.
- Acquire new knowledge and skills to take your social entrepreneurship initiatives to the next level, with innovative and effective ideas for creating positive change in your community and beyond.
Publication Opportunities
After the conference, we will announce publication opportunities in two modalities:
- The conference organizers are working on opportunities for publications in refereed outlets in both English and Spanish
Participation Fees
On-site participants:
General admission: 150 Eur
Students: 100 Eur
Social Entrepreneurs: 100 Eur
On-line participants:
General admission: 40 Eur
Students: 25 Eur
Social Entrepreneurs: 25 Eur
Important Dates
- Event days - August 31th to September 1st, 2023
- Submission of Abstracts May 21, 2023
- Notification for Authors June 15, 2023
- Registration Deadline July 15, 2023
Contact
All questions about submissions should be emailed to
- Jason Roncancio Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium) jason.jahir.roncancio.marin@vub.be
- Luis Carlos Arraut CamargoUniversidad Tecnológica de Bolivar (Colombia)larraut@utb.edu.co
Conference website: www.vubsocialentrepreneurship.com/ses2023