Social Entrepreneurship - better way of doing good?

Synopsis
Have you worked with an NGO or Non-Profit Organization before?
Some people complain that NGOs are not efficient, while some say they are breeders of corruption. Some even say they are pointless. But we still see them actively doing good to our neighbours.
So the question remains: Is NGO or Non-Profit Organization the only way to do good?
How about Social Entrepreneurship?
Social entrepreneurship is the use entrepreneurial principles to organize, create, and manage a venture to make social change. As it is a for-profit organization, it enjoy numerous benefits such as:
* Autonomy in actions
* Funding support from revenue streams and investors
* Effective changes
* Independence rather than dependence for the disadvantage
* and more…
If you want to learn more about social entrepreneurship and meet like-minded people, this is the place for you.
A small fee is charged to cover the cost of publicity, logistics and light refreshments. Please understand.
The forum is aimed to provide for 12-20 people. If less than 5 person join, we will have to cancel the forum, if there is overwhelming response we may make some changes like venues and pricing accordingly.
Details:
Date
8 Jun 2009 (Mon) 7:00pm
Duration
60-120 min(s)
Price
S$20.00
Venue
Exact Room (TBA)
Jurong Town Hall Road,iHub
Singapore 609431
Speaker
Mr. Minji Ong (Profile)
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