As the leading impact consulting firm in Indonesia that works closely with social enterprises, we have seen firsthand how quickly global changes, like the United States’ recent tariff decisions, can affect local businesses. Here’s our perspective on what’s happening and what social entrepreneurs can do next. The recent tariff policies introduced by the US areContinue reading “Responding to US Tariffs: A Guide for Social Enterprises”
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Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator
Are you building a business that uplifts vulnerable communities – or transforming your traditional business into a socially responsible one? Scale your business and impact with tailored support, expert mentorship, and connections with IKEA co-workers worldwide.
Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives
Bernard Budiman Impact-Driven Enterprise Advisory (IDEA) Lead of Instellar Do you find yourself juggling numerous and diverse stakeholders, struggling to keep them all aligned? I’ve been through it myself, and the lessons I’ve learned could help you navigate some of the challenges along the way.. Early in my career, I worked on a project withContinue reading “Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives”
#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia
In Indonesia, the entrepreneurial landscape is rich with businesses that are not only seeking profit but also aiming to create positive social and environmental change. These impact-driven businesses, particularly Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs), are making a real difference in their communities, yet many struggle to access the capital they need to scale. SGBs typicallyContinue reading “#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia”
Owning Instellar Shares: Reflection of 1 Year Asterik Cooperative
Bima: Hey Pop, what got you interested in cooperative? Where did you first hear about it? Poppy: Hey Bim! I just like the idea of cooperatives that prioritize democracy, openness, and mutual aid. When you and Mas Romy introduced the idea of an employee cooperative during our company outing, I got really excited. What madeContinue reading “Owning Instellar Shares: Reflection of 1 Year Asterik Cooperative”
Front-Day Sustainability: Sustainable Farming Exploration with IKEA Co-workers and Agridesa
On October 4th, IKEA Co-workers were buzzing with excitement at Agridesa’s sustainable farm in Bali for the Front-Day Sustainability program. It was a hands-on experience where IKEA Co-workers got to discover the world of social enterprises and witness Agridesa’s game-changing approach to agriculture. From digital closed-loop systems to sustainable farming techniques, they discovered how Agridesa is transformingContinue reading “Front-Day Sustainability: Sustainable Farming Exploration with IKEA Co-workers and Agridesa”
#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding
The nonprofit sector in Indonesia is rapidly evolving in its approach to securing funding, with 80-85% of financial support coming from donors. As the funding landscape has shifted in recent years, donors increasingly favor projects that align with their priorities. To stay ahead, it’s crucial for your nonprofit to adapt to these changes. Diversifying your fundingContinue reading “#INSCope: 3 Reasons Your Nonprofit Needs to Diversify Its Funding”
Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact
“Time flies when you are having fun.”— Albert Einstein It’s hard to believe that the second cohort of the I-SEA program has already been running for more than six months. In this short period, the I-SEA Changemakers have gone through extensive mentoring to develop their businesses and amplify their impact. With guidance, mentorship, funding, and tailored ecosystemContinue reading “Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact”
Five Green Startups in Bali Embark Transformative Journey with HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme
The HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme for Bali has officially kicked off with the Onboarding Programme which was held on August 15-16, 2024. This event marked the beginning of a transformative journey for five innovative green startups: Daurulang.id, Umah Pupa, Electric Wheel, Biojel, and Patala. Over the course of two days, our new Bali cohort of 5Continue reading “Five Green Startups in Bali Embark Transformative Journey with HATCH x PEDE Incubation Programme”
The Importance of Hands-on Support in the I-SEA Programme
For most social entrepreneurs, challenges often beset them with respect to limited resources and access to mentorship, putting pressure to scale for more societal benefit. In these battles, supportive programmes like the Instellar & IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator (I-SEA) become indispensable. It is because of this strong framework of support and guidance that I-SEA shall not onlyContinue reading “The Importance of Hands-on Support in the I-SEA Programme”