A selection committee from IKEA, Instellar, and externals reviews applications. Shortlisted applicants will undergo due diligence then be invited to interviews. Ten businesses will then be selected and sign an MoU before joining the programme.
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Application
Applications are submitted for initial consideration in the programme.
Support to integrate social impact into your business
For businesses looking to transition to more socially responsible practices, you’ll get expert guidance to align impact with your business plan and integrate it across your value chain. By taking this approach, you can strengthen your brand, improve operations, and create long-term value.
Impact strategy & measurement support
For social enterprises, we’ll support you in strengthening your impact model and preparing a professional Impact Report to showcase the positive change you’re making. For businesses on the path to sustainability, we’ll guide you in identifying areas within your operations where you can begin integrating socially responsible practices.
Access to network
Besides connections to IKEA, you’ll gain access to a broader network of social enterprises, corporates, and ecosystem players. Through curated networking sessions, business matchmaking, and collaboration opportunities, we help open doors to meaningful partnerships that can accelerate your business and amplify your social impact.
Tailored workshops and expert-led mentorship
You’ll receive practical and strategic guidance from experts at Instellar, IKEA co-workers around the world, and other professionals who understand your business challenges. Our tailored workshops and consultations are designed to meet your specific needs and support your growth with purpose.
Ajeesh Ashraf
In the span of his 17 years career, Ajeesh Ashraf has been using his specialties of business strategy and management to lead Johnson & Johnson thriving in various regional markets, such as Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Mohamad Bijaksana Junerosano
Instellar is one of the consultants that strengthens Waste4Change. We were helped to prepare financial plans, business strategies, and even pitch decks; thus making our business ready to obtain investment. Instellar also helps train thinking patterns and how to discuss with investors. We were able to reach this point because of Instellar.
ASEAN SEDP 4.0
Win up to USD 7,000 in seed grants and receive tailored training, expert mentorship, and networking opportunities with investors and ASEAN leaders for social enterprises based in ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste.
Our First-Ever Impact Report is Out!
Since 2017, over 328 social enterprises have been impacted by our effort to grow impactful business. Through our 2023 impact report, we highlight the journey of our business and showcase the positive changes we made in 2023.