The Third Sector, Social Enterprise and Public Service Delivery

This insightful book examines social enterprises in eight countries, highlighting their roles in social innovation and public service delivery. The Third Sector, Social Enterprise and Public Service Delivery is essential for scholars and practitioners alike.

This book explores the development of social enterprises across eight diverse countries, including China, India, Great Britain, the United States, and the Czech Republic. Social enterprises are unique businesses that prioritize social or environmental objectives, aiming to create value for their clients while reinvesting profits back into the community or the enterprise itself. They act as innovative laboratories, often collaborating with governments and nonprofits to effectively meet the needs of their communities.

The chapters delve into the management and operational strategies of social enterprises, examining their interactions with both national and local governments. The authors highlight the significant contributions these enterprises make to service delivery and social innovation. By employing various theoretical frameworks, the book assesses the roles of social enterprises in different countries and their relationships with the nonprofit sector and governmental bodies.

The Third Sector, Social Enterprise and Public Service Delivery is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and scholars interested in the third sector, social economy, public policy, and social enterprise. It also serves as a guide for social enterprise leaders and practitioners seeking to understand the complexities of this field. Originally published as a special issue of Public Management Review, this book offers rich insights into the evolving landscape of social enterprises worldwide.