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Marjorie Tenchavez On The Layered Impact Created By Supporting Refugee Founded Businesses

On Episode 493 of Impact Boom, Marjorie Tenchavez of Welcome Merchant discusses why removing barriers to economic inclusion for refugees and people seeking asylum results in prosperity for us all, and how diverse communities are leading regenerative change across Australia.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesJuly 1, 2024Social Impact, Refugees, Migrants, ImpactComment

Innocent Tshilombo On Simplifying Digital Solutions To Create Accessible Education For Refugees

On Episode 417 of Impact Boom, Innocent Tshilombo of Kakuma Ventures discusses combining technology with sustainable business practices to inspire social change and how open access educational resources create opportunities for refugees.

Thami Schweichler On Creating A Sustainable Fashion Industry Using Design Thinking Principles

On Episode 412 of Impact Boom, Thami Schweichler of Makers Unite discusses why fashion businesses should integrate sustainability into their operations to create a positive environmental impact and his thoughts on the upcoming Social Enterprise World Forum in Amsterdam this year.

Cindy Carpenter On Community Minded Enterprises Helping Refugees Thrive

On Episode 409 of Impact Boom, Cindy Carpenter of The Bread & Butter Project discusses generating revenue for a social purpose using heart-centred enterprise strategies and providing intergenerational change for refugees settling in Australia.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseTom AllenJuly 20, 2023Social Impact, Refugees, Migrants, Employment, CommunityComment

Amar Singh On Kindness Led Enterprises Building Multicultural Acceptance

On Episode 392 of Impact Boom, Amar Singh of Turbans 4 Australia discusses charity based initiatives building connections between diverse communities and emerging opportunities for migrants and refugees to create long lasting social change.

Rita Prasad-Ildes On Providing Accessible Healthcare For Multicultural Australians

On Episode 375 of Impact Boom, Rita Prasad-Ildes of World Wellness Group discusses providing accessible healthcare to multicultural Australian's and how social enterprises can influence deepened systemic impact.

Lev Plaves On Financially Supporting Entrepreneurs Who Have Become Refugees

On Episode 324 of Impact Boom, Lev Plaves of Kiva discusses how internet lenders are creating opportunities for increased financial inclusivity globally, and why microfinance is key to creating sustainable change for refugees and migrants.

Isobelle Ford On Connecting Refugee Social Entrepreneurs With Diverse Consumers

On Episode 302 of Impact Boom, Isobelle Ford of The Entrepreneurial Refugee Network discusses the growing opportunities for refugees to establish profitable and sustainable businesses and how global marketplaces connect diverse businesses and provide unique value offerings to consumers.

Carmen Garcia On The Untapped Potential Of Refugees And Migrants In Australian Businesses

On Episode 300 of Impact Boom, Carmen Garcia of Community Corporate discusses how individuals can spark change and challenge systemic issues in their workplace, and addressing the barriers refugees and migrants encounter when trying to enter the Australian workforce.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesFebruary 8, 2022Social Impact, Refugees, Migrants, Employment Focus, Women, CorporateComment

Camilla Schippa On The Value Of Integrating Refugee Women Into Australia's Labour Force

On Episode 257 of Impact Boom, Camilla Schippa of The Social Outfit discusses supporting women from refugee and migrant backgrounds while championing sustainable business practices for the fashion industry.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseTom AllenMarch 24, 2021Social Impact, Fashion, Migrants, Refugees, Women, EnvironmentalComment

Anna Robson On Growing Refugee Talent Through Recruitment Technologies & Social Enterprise

On Episode 246 of Impact Boom, Anna Robson of Refugee and Migrant Talent discusses elevating refugee employability through innovative technology solutions and the broader social enterprise movement throughout Australia.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseTom AllenJanuary 5, 2021Social Impact, Refugees, Migrants, Technology, WomenComment

Investing In Potential: How Two Social Enterprises Work With Migrants & Refugees To End Poverty

Katrina Dunn of Grameen Australia shares her experience in winning the ‘opportunity lottery’ and what she learnt in her role at Grameen, combined with reflections from the 2019 Social Enterprise World Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

ReportsKatrina DunnFebruary 21, 2020Social Entrepreneurship, Social Enterprise World Forum, Ethiopia, Refugees, MigrantsComment

Shankar Kasynathan On Inclusive Communities That Create Thriving Neighbourhoods

On Episode 199 of Impact Boom, Shankar Kasynathan of Amnesty International speaks about his journey as an advocate across organisations, and how the ‘My New Neighbour’ campaign seeks to assist the integration of refugees into Australian society through positive communication and support at the ground level.

Social Innovation, DesignCarlie DalyDecember 23, 2019Social Impact, Food, Community, Refugees, Migrants, Activism, Newkind ConferenceComment

Accelerating Multicultural Entrepreneurship: Cultivating Connected Communities

On June 10th, Impact Boom hosted the Multicultural Impact Entrepreneurship Experience, bringing together our community for a workshop, networking and informative discussion on multicultural business in Queensland and more broadly in Australia. The panel conversation and audience Q&A focussed on ‘Accelerating Multicultural Entrepreneurship’ with the aim of advancing the conversation forward.

Kim Rollason-Nokes On Creating A Sense Of Belonging For Young Women Of CALD Backgrounds

On Episode 148 of Impact Boom, Kim Rollason-Nokes of Ethni and Mantua Sewing Studio shares her broad experience in founding two social enterprises that provide opportunities and support for young people from refugee & migrant backgrounds, giving insights into the not-for-profit sector, challenges in setting up and tips for other entrepreneurs.