Community Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise, Social Enterprise Scotland, The Scottish AI Alliance, and The Third Sector Interface Practitioners Forum are pleased to announce the relaunch of the Social Enterprise Support Map. This essential resource for social enterprises, community groups, and third-sector organisations across Scotland has been upgraded with new functionalities and additional information, making it easier to navigate the support landscape. The relaunch is part of a phased development approach, with further enhancements set to roll out in the coming months.
Since its inception in 2016, the Social Enterprise Support Map has served as a crucial tool for organisations looking to establish, sustain, and expand their impact. Given the significant growth and evolution in the sector over the past nine years, the platform has been modernised to incorporate new technology, ensuring a more dynamic and efficient user experience. With the latest enhancements, users can now benefit from:
- Enhanced Search Capabilities: Users can refine and shortlist support organisations and initiatives based on type, location, sector, and ambition, resulting in more relevant and tailored results.
- Expanded Information: The platform now offers a more comprehensive database of support listings, with detailed information to help users access the right resources.
- User-Friendly Interface: The redesigned interface enhances usability, making navigation more intuitive and efficient.
This initiative is funded collaboratively by Community Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise, and The Third Sector Interface Practitioners Forum, reinforcing their shared commitment to strengthening Scotland’s support ecosystem for social enterprises. The platform has been developed by Bold Studio, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
Voices from the Sector
Douglas Westwater, CEO of Community Enterprise, highlighted the significance of the relaunch:
“The relaunch of the Social Enterprise Support Map marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to empower social enterprises across Scotland. The enhanced functionalities and expanded information will undoubtedly help organisations navigate the support landscape more effectively.”
Kim Wallace, Deputy CEO of Social Enterprise Scotland, emphasised the importance of accessibility:
“Navigating the support landscape can often feel overwhelming for social enterprises, especially those just starting out. That’s why the relaunch of the Social Enterprise Support Map is such a vital step forward. It brings much-needed clarity to the ecosystem, making it easier for social enterprises to find the right help at the right time. We’re proud to support this tool as it evolves to meet the sector’s growing and changing needs.”
Gillian Kirton, Project Manager at Scottish Enterprise, praised the map’s usability:
“It’s fantastic to see this enhanced Social Enterprise Support Map come to life. The online searchable database will ensure that ambitious social enterprises and community groups have easy access to relevant support when it is most needed.”
Get Started Today
Social enterprises, community groups, and third-sector organisations are encouraged to explore the new Social Enterprise Support Map and take advantage of its enhanced features. Visit www.sesupportmap.scot today to discover the support available to help achieve your goals and create a lasting impact.
About the Social Enterprise Support Map
The Social Enterprise Support Map is a free online tool designed to help social enterprises, community groups, and third-sector organisations in Scotland find the support they need. By categorising listings by type, stage, location, and sector, the platform provides a tailored and efficient way to connect with the right resources.
For more information, please visit www.sesupportmap.scot or contact info@sesupportmap.scot.
