Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneur
Build an initiative that addresses a community need while planning for its sustainability.
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Career overview
Social entrepreneurs develop ventures or programs with a social or environmental purpose. Approaches, funding, and measures of impact vary widely.
Typical responsibilities
- Listen to community needs
- Design and test a service or product
- Plan partnerships and resources
- Reflect on outcomes and unintended effects
Possible education paths
- No single required route
- Business, nonprofit, or community learning
- Project experience and mentorship
Routes and requirements can vary by location and employer.
Work environments
- Community organizations
- Nonprofits
- Small ventures
- Partnership teams
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