Authors: Dr. Mohini Thattey, Sangita Rudra Atwe, Dr. Archana Pandey and Ms. Meenal Bhandari

ISBN: 978-81-987720-1-5

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/pse/366

Date of Publication: May 28, 2025

About the Book:

In an age defined by pressing social challenges and environmental concerns, the role of entrepreneurship has expanded beyond profit-making to include a greater purpose—creating lasting, positive impact. Sustainable Impact: Principles of Social Entrepreneurship is born from the recognition that business can be a powerful tool for social change, and that innovation, when guided by ethical values and sustainable practices, can uplift communities and transform lives.

This textbook is designed to introduce students, aspiring changemakers, and early-stage entrepreneurs to the evolving field of social entrepreneurship. It blends theoretical frameworks with real-world examples to explore how social enterprises are founded, scaled, and sustained. Key concepts such as impact measurement, ethical leadership, sustainable business models, and stakeholder engagement are explored with clarity and depth, making the text both accessible and actionable.

Whether you are a student, educator, practitioner, or policy advocate, this book aims to equip you with the mindset, tools, and insights needed to build ventures that are not only financially viable but also socially and environmentally responsible.

Throughout the writing of this book, we have been inspired by the stories of everyday innovators who saw a problem and dared to pursue a solution—often with limited resources but unlimited resolve. Their work serves as a reminder that sustainable change is possible when vision is matched with commitment.

We are deeply grateful to the mentors, scholars, and social entrepreneurs whose knowledge and experiences have informed this work. Any errors or omissions remain my own.

May this book inspire you to act boldly, lead with purpose, and leave a sustainable impact on the world.