Read all Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS) research reports featuring social enterprises.
As more Asian economies enter super-aged status, there is heightened interest in the role of private capital and resources to support the region through this transition. The Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society’s latest report, “Building Age-Friendly Societies in Asia,” examines how philanthropy and other forms of private social investment are complementing public systems and […]
Government procurement of goods and services from the social sector is mutually beneficial. It helps the government leverage the social sector’s subject expertise and community links to deliver more efficient and cost-effective social services while also providing legitimacy and a sustainable source of income to social delivery organizations. However, the potential benefits are contingent on
Procurement for Good: Government Procurement from the Social Sector in Asia Read More »
Early childhood education (ECE) is foundational for lifelong learning and development, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for growth in Thailand. Amid the dynamic interplay of advancing educational goals within emerging Asian economies, the need for targeted, effective ECE interventions is increasingly evident. In Thailand, where 85% of children aged 2 to 5 already benefit from
Nurturing Minds: Early Childhood Education in Thailand Read More »
The rise of social enterprises in Asia Social enterprises and impact investment are emerging trends in Asia. There are an estimated 1.2 million social enterprises in the six Asian economies we studied in depth, plus an additional 3.5 million in the two we spotlighted, China and India. Governments in just six economies are spending US$1
Business for Good: Maximizing the Value of Social Enterprises in Asia Read More »
