With GDP growth rates hovering around 6.9%-7%, the Philippines is one of the top performers in Asia. Strong civil society sector and the presence of many international social investors are catalysts for the country to achieve sustainable development.
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Social Investment Landscape in The Philippines
The Philippines has one of the most vibrant social investment markets in Southeast Asia with many social enterprises operating at scale. Local foundations and capacity builders play an active role in building the pipeline. Download the report to access the Philippines' social investment landscape.
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Alexie Ferreria-Mercado
Fiscal Sponsorship Manager and Field Advisor for the PhilippinesGive2Asia
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Adesh Tripathee
Lead Staff - Disaster Risk Reduction and Response APACHabitat for Humanity International
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Susan Bautista-Afan
Managing DirectorABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation, Inc.
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Gisela Tiongson
Executive DirectorJollibee Group Foundation
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Joanne Pacho
Senior Social Impact Account ExecutiveOracle NetSuite Philippines Corporation
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Rico Gonzalez
Managing DirectorBrixton xchange Inc.,
As part of ADB’s analytical and advisory partnership with the Philippines, this study informs the next phase of PPP reforms in the country supported through ADB’s technical assistance on strengthening PPPs in the Philippines (second phase) and the Expanding Private Participation in Infrastructure Program.
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The study provides an assessment of the current social enterprise landscape in the Philippines based on a sample of stakeholder interviews and online evidence, to identify the specific skills needed by social enterprises, the main barriers to social enterprise growth, and recommendations on how to grow the social enterprise space.
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November 15, 2019
6 Hotspots for Social Impact in Asia: Key Trends and Players
By Sangeetha Watson
4 min read
Inclusive Business (IB) is a novel concept in Asia, but highly relevant. Aiming to catalyse social impact in a financially viable way, it provides opportunities for private and public sector players to work alongside communities at the bottom of the pyramid (BoP) to enable sustainable livelihoods for all.
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By Sangeetha Watson
5 min read
Impact investing is growing in Asia, but identifying investable opportunities that align with your mission as an investor can be trying. The Inclusive Business (IB) sector presents a unique opportunity to address this challenge.
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