As AI removes entry-level jobs, many people are left willing to work but locked out of paid employment. This article explores how contribution still happens and why new systems are needed to recognise it properly.
The world feels uncertain, with rising unemployment, growing anxiety and work that often lacks meaning. But it isn’t all over yet. This piece explores why community, purpose and new ways of valuing contribution matter now more than ever.
Social Value used to be something businesses talked about. In 2026, it’s something they’re measured on. Whether you’re bidding for work, trying to stand out in your sector, or simply doing your best to support your community, Social Value is now firmly part of how businesses grow, compete and differentiate themselves. But for SMEs, the…