Belfast City Council -Go Social
We can help you when setting up a new social enterprise or co-operative through tailored 1:1 support, workshops, and networking opportunities.
So if you are a social entrepreneur with a new idea or charitable organisation seeking to explore moving to a social enterprise or co-operative model contact us today.
Say Hello to Go Succeed
Go Succeed the new comprehensive business support service for individuals, entrepreneurs, and business owners, catering to their unique needs at different stages of their business journey, from pre-start through start-up, early stage, and growth phases.
Our Social Enterprise Champion
Championing Social Enterprise in Belfast
We are delighted to annouce our new 'Go Social' Champion - Joan McGinn -working closely with the Work West team to spearhead the promotion of the Belfast City Council Go Social Programme across the city.
Joan McGinn is the recently retired chief executive of Orchardville, a charity and social enterprise supporting over 600 people with learning disability or autism to live, learn and work.
Joan has spent her career in the community and voluntary sector, joining Orchardville in 2015 and appointed to the role of chief executive in 2018. She has helped grow the organisation, establishing new services and social enterprises in new areas, creating opportunities for people with learning disability or autism to develop their confidence, independence, and employability skills. Joan is passionate about creating an inclusive society where equal opportunities for all citizens.
When not working, Joan enjoys walking, travelling and a glass of well chilled sauvignon blanc!
To find out how we can support your new social enterprise or cooperative venture call Stephen or Helen on 028 90610826.
Client Testimonial
At Work West Enterprise Agency, we are proud to have been a part of the journey of many local organisations. Social enterprise OutsideIn (Oi) is one example. Starting out as a streetwear brand to meet the immediate short-term needs of those on our streets, OutsideIn (Oi) has the long-term goal of ending homelessness in our lifetime and are constantly evolving and collaborating with other people and organisations to make that happen.
"Thanks for having us at Work West. The Support and help you have given us has no doubt played a big part in the growth and achievements of late. You have an incredible team who evidently look out for each other and for those at the units here. Couldn't be a better place, so thank you."
David and the Oi Team
We pride ourselves on being able to maximise the support available to our clients. We connect with partner organisations and deliver a range of complementary projects ensuring that you can access the right support at the right time.
Social Entrepreneur, Samantha Porciello, started A Place to Wonder providing immersive storytelling and theatre for children and their grownups, to lower anxiety and increase wellbeing and connection.
Our team supported Samantha to develop her idea and make it reality through the Go Social programme then continued to support the growth and development of these wonderful services through additional services.
"Thanks so much for all your support. It was honestly life changing for myself and the business."
Samantha Porciello, A Place to Wonder
Work West are delighted to be home to not one but two FourSight certified trainers. Working to support third sector, public sector and private businesses to develop their creativity & innovation.
"I just wanted to say a massive thanks from all of our team for such an enthusiastic and insightful day at the ThincLAB. I’ve had brilliant feedback from the entire team.
It really was excellent."
MD of engineering company after FourSight Mindset session for their team