19. 01. 2026
Author: Nela Kadlečíková
Conference: Social Entrepreneurship or Partnerships for Sustainable Regional Development
How can municipalities and regions respond effectively to current challenges? How can social responsibility be linked to economic sustainability? Answers will be provided by the conference, Social Entrepreneurship or Partnerships for Sustainable Regional Development, which creates a space for meeting, sharing experiences, and gaining practical inspiration.
February 3, 2026
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
MENDELU, Building Q, Classroom Q03
REGISTRATION HERE
The conference will bring together representatives of municipalities, public administration, social enterprises, local action groups, and other regional development stakeholders. It will offer practical examples of effective solutions, an overview of current trends in social entrepreneurship for 2026, and inspiration for using social entrepreneurship as a tool for municipal and community development.
What will you gain from participating?
- An overview of news and trends in social entrepreneurship
- An introduction to social entrepreneurship centers, mentoring, and support opportunities
- Specific examples of socially responsible public procurement and recommended standards
- Inspiration from municipal social enterprises from across the Czech Republic
- An open panel discussion on where and how social entrepreneurship can help
- Practical information on financing options from the National Development Bank
Participation in the event is free.
The conference will be hosted by Sylvie Formánková (Institute of Management, CSR MENDELU) and will feature representatives from the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic, Masaryk University, the South Moravian Region, and other institutions actively involved in social entrepreneurship.
The program also includes networking with refreshments, which will offer an ideal opportunity to make new contacts, share experiences, and explore new avenues for cooperation.