C3 is a UAE-based social enterprise helping entrepreneurs in the Middle East unlock their potential and maximize their positive impact on the community. C3 programs accelerated the growth and impact of 500+ social entrepreneurs with the support of 2000+ experienced professionals willing to put their skills to good use. For example, the C3 Social Impact Accelerator - powered by HSBC - supports social entrepreneurs across the MENAT region with one-on-one expert sessions, group training and connections with impact investors.
C3 is the 1st international organization to be awarded the Social Enterprise Mark, issued by Social Enterprise Mark CIC, the only global independent certification authority for social enterprises. C3 has been recognized as a ‘Changes’ Driver’ in the 2012 UNESCO’s report on ‘Youth Innovation and Social Inclusion’. In 2017, C3 has been recognized as the UN Social Development Goals (SDGs) Pioneer for outstanding contribution to 'Partnerships for the Goals'.
Location: United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Employees: 11-50
Founded date: 2012
Investors 1
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| 03.07.2018 | C3 And HSBC Partner For A Social Impact Accelerator Program | July 3, 2018 3 min read You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entr... | entreprene... |