Press from arc

Philosophy Foundation’s book wins an Education Resources Award

Tue, 02/04/2013 - 08:42

The Philosophy Shop, a book produced by arc social enterprise the Philosophy Foundation, has won the Education Resources Award (ERA) for Educational Book of 2013.

Packed with philosophical puzzles and challenges to develop thinking at all levels of learning in an exciting and unusual way, the book was published by the Independent Thinking Press.

Deloitte Social Innovation Pioneers open for application

Fri, 22/03/2013 - 10:38

Following the success of this year's programme the Deloitte Social Innovation Pioneers are looking for a new group of inspiring entrepreneurs and social businesses, who have the potential for growth and a desire to make a positive impact in society.

The bespoke support package Pioneers receive, to help them achieve scale and become investment ready, includes.

Former popstar Rachel Stevens joins forces with Belu

Thu, 21/03/2013 - 09:54

To mark World Water Day on 22 March, former S-Club 7 popstar, Rachel Stevens is appearing on limited edition packs of Belu Water. The packs will be sold exclusively in Sainsbury’s supermarket and will provide customers with the opportunity to buy social on World Water Day.

Belu, a social enterprise and the UK’s most ethical water brand, donates 100% of profits to WaterAid to support clean water projects around the world.

Expand employee minds with the Philosophy Foundation

Fri, 08/03/2013 - 09:45

The Philosophy Foundation is now offering workplaces the chance to stretch and challenge employees’ minds through philosophy workshops that will support the organisation’s work in schools.

The workshops are designed to encourage staff development in critical and independent thinking, whilst forming an atmosphere of collaboration and creative thinking. The courses or sessions are adapted to company needs, with bespoke discussions built around skill development and topics chosen by the client.

GetMoreBikes to launch new training centre and workshop

Thu, 28/02/2013 - 11:59

GetMoreBikes, an arc supported social enterprise, will officially launch its new training centre and workshop on March 13 with the aim of employing and training 100 mechanics over the next 5 years.

The new centre, near King’s Cross St Pancras, will help local residents to become qualified and skilled cycle mechanics and GetMoreBikes are currently recruiting their first apprentices from unemployed 16 to 24 year old local residents.

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