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Honouring the incredible achievements and impact of the Social Enterprise sector in NI!
#SocEntNIAwards23
A night of celebrating Social Enterprise success in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s most impactful ​​​social enterprises were celebrated at the 2023 NI Social Enterprise Awards, in partnership with AtkinsRéalis held on Friday 27th October.
Winners were announced at the prestigious black tie event in Belfast’s Crowne Plaza, hosted by radio presenter and Social Enterprise sector ambassador Cate Conway.
It was an evening of celebration for the nearly 600 individuals who attended from the private, public, and social enterprise sector.
#SocEntNIAwards23 Photos
What a memorable night! We captured lots of great moments during the night all thanks to our amazing photographer, Ricky Parker Photography.
Take a look, download and share your favourites on social media! Tag us in your photos using #SocEntNIAwards23
Congratulations to our 2023 Award Winners!
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Best New Start Up sponsored by NI Support Service
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Winner: Active Youth NI
Community Wealth Building Award sponsored by Dept for Communities
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Joint Winner: Derry Credit Union
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Joint Winner: The Workspace Group
Rural Social Enterprise Award sponsored by Firmus
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Winner: Clanrye Group
Credit Union Award - 10-25m Turnover sponsored by Community Finance Ireland
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Winner: Ardboe Credit Union
Credit Union Award - Over 25m Turnover sponsored by Community Finance Ireland
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Winner: Derry Credit Union
Co-Operative Award sponsored by VIable Corporate Services
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Winner: Belfast Cleaning Cooperative
Best Use of Social Media sponsored by Housing Executive
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Winner: High Rise
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Highly Commended: Harp and Crown Credit Union Limited
Consumer Facing Award (via public vote) sponsored by Ulster Bank
· Winner: Naturally North Coast & Glens
Social Impact Award sponsored by Irish League of Credit Unions
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Winner: Via Wings
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Highly Commended: Habitat for Humanity Northern Ireland
Young Person of the Year sponsored by CEF
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Winner: Claire Mooney, Moneydarragh Community Hub Ltd
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Highly Commended: Robert Campbell, Aspire Media CIC
Emerging Leader of the Year sponsored by Social Enterprise Academy
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Winner: Gareth Little, Harry's Place CIC
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Highly Commended: Rachel McIlgorm, Storybox NI CIC
Leader of the Year sponsored by Lockton
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Winner: Janet Schofield, Compass Advocacy Network (CAN)
Council of the Year sponsored by Hays
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Winner: Belfast City Council
Best Cross Sector Collaboration of the Year sponsored by AtkinsRealis
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Winner: CTS Projects Ltd, Womenstec & Bolster Community
Outstanding Voluntary Team sponsored by Rapid Agency
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Winner: Carrick Greengrocers
Outstanding Staff Team sponsored by Edwards & Co Solicitors
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Winner: Bolster Community
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Highly Commended: Compass Advocacy Network (CAN) & Oasis Caring in Action
Outstanding Joint Volunteer & Staff Team sponsored by ProAptivity
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Winner: Harry's Place CIC
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Highly Commended: Centred Soul CIC
Social Enterprise of the Year sponsored by Dept for the Economy
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Winner: Radius Housing
Find out more about sponsors & all shortlisted organisations
Watch our NI Social Enterprise NI Awards Video above
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