• Case Study

Impact Investing in South Africa: Investing in Empowerment, Empowering Investors

  • Source : Historical Social Research
  • 2 January 2020
This paper examines impact investing in South Africa, focusing on its role in empowerment and its implications for investors. It explores how investment funds contribute to social and economic empowerment initiatives within the South African context. The study provides insights into the unique dynamics of impact investment in a market striving for greater equity and development.
  • Paper / Report

Social Finance: a Primer

  • Source : American Progress
  • 1 May 2023
This primer by American Progress introduces the concept of social finance, explaining its various forms and mechanisms for addressing societal challenges. It likely covers key instruments like blended finance, impact investing, and outcomes-based funding, demonstrating how these approaches combine financial returns with social good. The document probably discusses the potential of social finance to mobilise private capital for public benefit, outlining its benefits, complexities, and policy implications. It aims to provide a foundational understanding for policymakers, practitioners, and the general public interested in innovative funding solutions for social impact initiatives.
  • Case Study

Social Finance and the Poor

  • Source : Workshop on Social Finance and Social Ties
  • 1 January 2002
This case study, presented at a workshop on Social Finance and Social Ties, focuses on social finance development and its role in poverty alleviation, with a specific emphasis on microfinance. It likely explores how social finance initiatives are designed and implemented to address the financial needs of the poor, fostering economic inclusion and improving livelihoods. The paper discusses the interplay between social finance, social ties, and their collective impact on reducing poverty.
  • Case Study

Impact Investing in Information Technology Business

  • Source : Business and Organization Ethics Network (BON)
  • 1 January 2022
This case study explores the growing intersection of impact investing and the Information Technology (IT) business. It examines how impact investors are directing capital towards IT companies that aim to generate positive social or environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. The paper discusses the opportunities and challenges unique to impact investments within the technology sector, highlighting its potential for scalable social change.
  • Case Study

The Evolution of Crowdfunding Towards an Impact Investing Logic: the Case of Paulownia Social Project

  • Source : Journal of Modern Accounting and Auditing
  • 2 January 2017
This case study investigates the evolution of crowdfunding platforms towards an impact investing logic, using the “Paulownia Social Project” as an empirical example. It analyses how crowdfunding, initially a financial innovation, is increasingly being utilised to achieve both economic and social outcomes. The paper examines the mechanisms through which crowdfunding can generate social impact and contribute to financial innovation, highlighting the growing convergence between these two fields. It provides insights into how new financial tools can support social ventures.
  • Case Study

Social Finance -leveraging Crypto Assets in India

  • Source : Nishith Desai Associates
  • 2 January 2022
This case study by Nishith Desai Associates explores the potential of leveraging crypto assets within the social finance landscape in India. It delves into the evolving regulatory environment surrounding blockchain and crypto assets, discusses the role of cryptocurrency funds, and examines the taxation implications for their use in social impact initiatives. The study highlights the opportunities and challenges in integrating these novel financial instruments to support social development and provides insights into the future of social finance in a digital economy.
  • Case Study

Social Funding of Green Financing: an Application of Distributed Ledger Technologies

  • Source : ADB
  • 1 January 2018
This ADB publication explores the application of distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) to enhance social funding for green financing, particularly in developing countries. It examines how DLTs can improve the transparency and efficiency of community-based hometown investment trust (HIT) funds for renewable energy projects. The study models investor behavior, revealing that DLTs can mitigate risks and encourage greater private investment in green initiatives.
  • Case Study

Digital Finance, Green Finance and Social Finance: is There a Link?

  • Source : MPRA Paper
  • 1 January 2021
This paper investigates the potential links and interdependencies among digital finance, green finance, and social finance, exploring their collective impact on sustainable development. It examines how technological innovations in finance can foster environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The author analyses the synergistic relationships between these financial domains, arguing that their convergence can accelerate progress towards sustainable development goals by enabling more efficient and inclusive financial systems.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Determinants of Attractiveness in Social Stock Exchange

  • Source : Journal of Management and Sustainability; Vol. 3, No. 4;
  • 3 January 2019
This article investigates the factors that determine the attractiveness of Social Stock Exchanges (SSEs) for both investors and social enterprises. It analyses various financial resources, social entrepreneurship models, and social innovation initiatives that contribute to the SSE’s appeal. The authors examine existing frameworks like BVS, BVSA, and SASIX to identify what makes an SSE a viable platform for channeling capital towards social value creation.
  • Book

Conditions for Social Entrepreneurship

  • Source : The International Journal of Social Quality
  • 1 January 2015
This book chapter investigates the essential conditions that foster the growth of social entrepreneurship, particularly focusing on emerging economies and the Base of the Pyramid segment. It delves into the dynamics of social enterprises within the broader social sector, identifying key factors such as supportive ecosystems, access to resources, and conducive policy environments. The text aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the contextual elements necessary for social entrepreneurs to thrive and create sustainable impact.
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