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This research is a deep dive into the social value generated by Launch It Tottenham Green Enterprise Centre with the goal of understanding, measuring and valuing the impact of our work on society.
KEY FINDINGS
Launch It Tottenham Green Enterprise Centre offers an accessible, affordable space with quality support for young people to start or grow a business that is likely to impact positively on its community and provide a viable source of income for its owner.
THE STRONGEST ELEMENTS OF THE LAUNCH IT OFFER
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Safe, youth-friendly, affordable office space to incubate businesses
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A designated enterprise manager offering accessible, personalised support
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Connection with a mentor to accelerate the development of core business skills
THE STRONGEST IMPACT ON YOUNG PEOPLE
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Increased aspirations and confidence among young people to run their own businesses and be role models for others
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Development of soft skills essential to business success
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Ability to run sustainable businesses that generate positive social impact in their local community
AREAS PRODUCING THE GREATEST SOCIAL VALUE
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Numbers moving into self-employment who were long term unemployed and/or homeless prior to the programme
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Number of new businesses created and existing businesses sustained or grown
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Number of people employed from the local community by businesses
