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{"title":"International Co-Operative Alliance Global Conference and General Assembly: The Topics at the Centre of the International Dialogue","authors":"Gianluca Salvatori","doi":"10.5947/jeod.2017.011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5947/jeod.2017.011","url":null,"abstract":"The cooperative movement gathered, for the International Co-operative Alliance Global Conference and General Assembly “Co-operatives: Putting people at the centre of development”, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 14-17 November 2017. More than 1,800 delegates from over 70 countries were present, representing national and sectoral federations, providing an effective demonstration of the breadth and variety of the cooperative movement at the global level. From the assembly it emerged a picture of the variety and diversity of the cooperative movement that brings into light both strengths and weaknesses. Upending the way in which cooperatives see themselves, the main problem does not seem to be obtaining resources for development, but rather the capacity to elaborate and implement new ideas. Cooperation has all the tools for anticipating new trends but is not able to prevent others from taking ownership and advantage of them with more breadth and speed. Placing attention on the capacity for innovation should be the priority for assuring a future for the cooperative model.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"150 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123240933","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Skills Requirements From Advisors So as to Provide Effective Support to Social Enterprises","authors":"V. Terziev, E. Arabska","doi":"10.2139/ssrn.3143010","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3143010","url":null,"abstract":"The paper presents some of the main findings presented in the Research report under the SESBA Project about the additional qualifications which business advisors would require in order to be able to support social entrepreneurship. The presentation is focused on the job profile of business advisors in the partner countries – a study conducted in the framework of training needs assessment in terms of skills requirements for business support to social enterprises. The main conclusions underline the directions and provide important implications for continuation and assurance of sustainability of the project activities.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"17 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121060321","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Community Enterprises of the Appennino Tosco-Emiliano UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Italy: Biodiversity Guardians and Sustainable Development Innovators","authors":"Giovanni Teneggi, F. Zandonai","doi":"10.5947/JEOD.2017.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5947/JEOD.2017.003","url":null,"abstract":"The UNESCO recently designated the Appennino Tosco-Emiliano as a biosphere reserve (BR) in 2015. On the reserve territory, it is possible to rediscover the constitutive elements of this environmental, socioeconomic and historical-cultural space. In particular, the existence of different stratifications of social entrepreneurship represents a valuable element that the biosphere is expected to enhance and spread to other territories. In addition to consolidated social economy experiences, some organisational innovations, such as community enterprises, are in fact developing. Originating from processes of social resilience, these enterprises contribute to redefining the supply of collective interest services, by basing themselves on the regeneration of economies and place-based resources and by challenging the territorial governance models in terms of greater inclusivity.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125593824","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Comparative Advantages of Single and Multi-Stakeholder Cooperatives","authors":"J. Birchall, Silvia Sacchetti, Phd","doi":"10.2139/ssrn.3036385","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3036385","url":null,"abstract":"When co-operatives were first invented, it was assumed their membership would be limited to one type of user. The Rochdale Pioneers favoured consumers, and employee representation was deliberately limited to a set percentage of board members. Similarly, Schulze Delitsch and Raiffeisen privileged farmers, Buchez workers, insurance mutuals those who are insured, and so on. Recently, Italian social co-operatives have developed a different model in which all the relevant stakeholders become members: those who are cared for, the carers, the workers, and volunteers. Also, occasionally dual stakeholder co-operatives have been designed. Eroski, the big retailer located in the Iberian peninsula, has both consumers and workers in membership, and iCoop in Korea has both consumers and farmers. This paper has two aims, to set out some of the theoretical arguments for and against multi-stakeholder governance, to look at examples of multi-stakeholder models in practice, and to generate from this a set of research questions.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"8 2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-09-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130146342","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Returns to Islamic Microfinance: Evidence from a Randomized Experiment in Pakistan","authors":"-. Maazullah, A. Bedi","doi":"10.2139/ssrn.3029836","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3029836","url":null,"abstract":"The global microfinance movement is driven by the claim that once poor micro-entrepreneurs are provided access to capital, they will be able to generate high returns. The existing evidence on returns to capital is mixed and too limited to substantiate this claim. This paper reports on a field experiment conducted in Pakistan, in co-operation with Akhuwat microfinance, in which interest free loans were randomly provided to microenterprises. We find that treatment leads to a significant increase in working capital and in business profits. Using randomized treatment as an instrument for capital, we find average monthly returns to capital of 8.6 to 11.9 a month. These returns are substantially higher than the interest rates charged by microfinance institutions in Pakistan.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116904399","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Networks, Technology, and Entrepreneurship: A Field Quasi-Experiment among Women in Rural India","authors":"V. Venkatesh, J. Shaw, Tracy Ann Sykes, S. Wamba, M. Macharia","doi":"10.5465/AMJ.2015.0849","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5465/AMJ.2015.0849","url":null,"abstract":"Editor’s note: The manuscript for this article was accepted for publication during the term of AMJ’s previous Editor-in-Chief, Gerard George.We address a grand economic challenge faced by women in ...","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130434702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative Analysis of Computerized Accounting System and Manual Accounting System of Quoted Microfinance Banks (MFBs) in Nigeria","authors":"N. Amahalu, Mary-Fidelis Chidoziem Abiahu, Obi Chinyere","doi":"10.6007/IJARAFMS/V7-I2/2787","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.6007/IJARAFMS/V7-I2/2787","url":null,"abstract":"This study assesses the comparative analysis of computerized accounting system and manual accounting system of quoted Microfinance Banks in Nigeria from 2006-2015. Three hypotheses were formulated in line with objectives of the study. Ex-post facto research design was adopted and the data for the study were obtained from fact books, annual reports and account of the quoted Microfinance banks under study. Paired sample T- test was used to test the Hypotheses, at 5% significant level with aid of SPSS version 22 statistical software. Findings showed that computerized accounting system has a positive effect on the reported profitability of banks more than manual system of accounting. Based on these findings, the study recommends among others that Microfinance banks should implement computerized accounting system than the manual accounting system because it has more positive effect on the profitability level of the banks.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"7 4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131804222","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Teaching Methods in Urban Planning using Planetizen Courses","authors":"W. Riggs","doi":"10.2139/ssrn.2913857","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.2913857","url":null,"abstract":"A pilot program at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo explores the potential for Planetizen Courses, an online video course platform, to enrich and extend curriculum through a hybrid classroom learning environment. Based on an implementation in two courses, results show increased command of, and comfort with, the material, comparable to a traditional lecture-lab format. Furthermore, results show a significant correlation between time spent in the online environment and course performance. These results show promise, particularly in light of constrained classroom space and increased financial pressure at many institutions.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130149123","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Does Microcredit Promote Gender Empowerment and Equality? A Brief Review with Modest Policy Proposals","authors":"Vishal Wilde","doi":"10.2139/ssrn.3011057","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3011057","url":null,"abstract":"I briefly review key findings within the vast and extensive literature on microcredit and its efficacy as a means to gender empowerment and gender equality for poor women in the global South. I argue that the evidence suggests that it is ultimately empowering and has benefited many despite its being deeply problematic for many others. I conclude with some modest policy proposals that relate back to the problematic aspects but is also intended to complement the beneficial impacts; that is, the introduction and/or proliferation of micro-legal agencies, micro-security firms and micro-Special Interest Groups/lobbying firms.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"31 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2017-01-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121297243","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Red-Handed Without a Defense: Avoiding Civil Forfeiture When Leasing to Lawful Marijuana Tenants","authors":"Cielo Fortin-Camacho","doi":"10.2139/SSRN.2832510","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2139/SSRN.2832510","url":null,"abstract":"The distribution and sale of marijuana is a federal crime; however, in 2009, the United States Deputy Attorney General issued a guidance memorandum that led many to believe otherwise. The memorandum, discussed in Part IV of this Article, stated that federal enforcement of state-level and other otherwise legal production, distribution, and sale of marijuana would become low priority. Many misread the Memo as a green light to begin large-scale marijuana production, failing to realize that state and local laws permitting marijuana activity would not be a defense to federal prosecution. Indeed, property owners who lease to marijuana-related businesses not only continue to be subject to penalties under the CSA, but also run the risk of subjecting their leased property — be it a retail storefront, industrial space, or arable land — to civil forfeiture.This Article discusses the problem faced by property owners wishing to lease premises to growers, processors, and sellers of marijuana in states that have adopted marijuana provisions and established regulatory frameworks. In these states, marijuana provisions do not alter the respective state’s landlord-tenant statutes, despite the various property-related requirements marijuana businesses must adhere to for licensure to operate. Licensing requirements in states with regulatory frameworks in place have lured marijuana-related businesses from the shadows, leaving property owners unable to meet the requirements of any statutory or common law defense to civil forfeiture. Part II of this Article discusses the history of civil forfeiture, focusing on the origin of the guilty property model and its introduction to America. Part III will introduce modern civil forfeiture statutes, their legislative history, and rationalize the government’s use of civil proceedings over criminal proceedings before explaining the forfeiture process. Part IV briefly narrates marijuana’s long history of legality in the United States before discussing its controlling federal statutes. Part V of this Article reveals the possible consequences of leasing property to marijuana-related businesses; the focus then turns to the unavailability of suitable defenses for real property owners who lease to LMTs. Part VI briefly describes the inadequacies of boilerplate provisions currently in standard lease agreements and suggests respective lease modifications property owners should be prepared to discuss with counsel and negotiate with prospective LMTs. Lastly, this Article concludes by reminding property owners that despite marijuana prohibition’s significant progress over the last few years, it could all be undone when the next president takes office in 2017.","PeriodicalId":170603,"journal":{"name":"Social Entrepreneurship eJournal","volume":"55 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128620216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}