NSEN-Northern Social Enterprise Network

This month's training brought together participants from various sectors to discuss environmental advocacy. They learnt how they can leverage social media tools to amplify their advocacy efforts and on how their activities impact the environment.

We continued our SDG-focused sessions with another group of entrepreneurs who were taken through practical strategies to reduce, recycle, and repurpose waste within their industries. Participants were equipped with the skills to build greener, more resilient businesses

As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainable business development, we introduced our entrepreneurs to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the importance of aligning economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental protection in their business operations.

Today, we welcomed another batch of Climate-Smart entrepreneurs from the Agriculture, Food, and Hospitality sectors for a training session. CLIP delivered a presentation on climate change, covering its causes, effects, and impact on livelihoods.

The Climate Smart Program under NSEN held a session today for entrepreneurs in the fashion and cosmetology sectors. To engage entrepreneurs in discussions, explore their perceptions and misconceptions, and gather innovative ideas for enhancing climate-smart entrepreneurship.

No better way to have impactful programs for the network than through strategic planning. Representatives from various sectors convened today to discuss activities and strategic plans aimed at strengthening the network and enhancing the capacity of its members.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 DeliMush Company Limited addresses social challenges by supporting smallholder farmers and promoting healthy eating through their ready-to-eat mushroom-based meals. @CISUdk @HopinAcademy

Today, we held an AGM for the network, at which members elected new leaders for the next year. We seized the opportunity to appreciate the outgoing executives with citations in recognition of their dedication and service Congratulations to all elected representatives

DeCo Sustainable Farming is pioneering a greener approach to agriculture by specializing in producing organic fertilizers through composting. By recycling biodegradable waste into nutrient-rich compost, they reduce waste and promote sustainable farming practices

Angban Life produces Sobolo Tea in eco-friendly biodegradable packaging, emphasizing sustainability and reducing plastic pollution. @CISUdk @HopinAcademy

Mani Technology tackles climate change by promoting sustainable agriculture with cassava flour, reducing carbon footprints, and empowering women to adopt eco-friendly practices in agriculture

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐦 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 They're tackling climate change by recycling plastic waste to produce eco-friendly, fashionable items. Contact them for beautiful, handmade handbags, and other accessories

The BtG board's week-long engagement with entrepreneurs and project leads concluded today with a training session focused on gender equality and equity, organized specifically for women-led businesses in the NSEN. It was such an exciting and educative session for these women.

Today, the team visited three innovative businesses under the NSEN network that are tackling climate and social challenges. The team engaged with these startups to explore scalability and impact, while assessing market potential and the challenges these businesses face.

Today, our partners from Bidrag til Ghana joined members of the Network for a capacity-building training on "Introduction to Climate Change and Climate Change Policies in Ghana" The board of BtG later met with reps of sectors to discuss their voluntary roles and responsibilities

Yesterday, we hosted a Business Model Canvas workshop, equipping entrepreneurs with a comprehensive understanding of this essential tool. The workshop covered key topics, including what constitutes a business model, types of business models and Selecting suitable business models

During the week, we held a community engagement at the Sagnarigu Chief Palace focused on youth empowerment for peaceful elections to event aimed to educate community members on the importance of peaceful elections. A huge thanks to the chief and people of Sagnarigu.

Our 3-day training for Ghanaian voters ended last Friday, making a significant impact on participants. We focused on enlightening the youth, especially first-time voters, about the essential things they need to know and the authorities involved in the election process @CISUdk

The Youth Empowerment for Peaceful Elections project conducted a training led by facilitators from the @nccegh which brought together diverse youth groups, entrepreneurs, football players, and students to foster peace and tolerance as we approach the December 7th elections.

Yesterday, our members participated in a capacity-building training on digital marketing, gaining valuable knowledge to enhance their online presence With the the facilitator's help, they successfully set up their Google My Business listings, for easy connection with customers