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June 28th 2011 was celebrated as Social Business Day,acknowledging Professor Muhammad Yunus's humongous contribution in bringing social businesses into the lime light.
Various events were held around the world, to commemorate the day and Yunus Centre at Dhaka, Bangladesh, had organised events that included workshops, competitions and interactive sessions with like-minded people apart from a message from Prof. Yunus and his vision for the future.
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June 28th 2011 was celebrated as Social Business Day,acknowledging Professor Muhammad Yunus's humongous contribution in bringing social businesses into the lime light.
Various events were held around the world, to commemorate the day and Yunus Centre at Dhaka, Bangladesh, had organised events that included workshops, competitions and interactive sessions with like-minded people apart from a message from Prof. Yunus and his vision for the future.
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The term "social business" baffles many as the two words seem an antithesis of each one individually. However it cannot be more appropriate, as the term itself clearly defines what it is- a business with a social objective.
If a social cause is its driving force and it operates on a not-for-profit model, then why call it a business at all? That is because it must be self-sustainable, and not depend on charity alone. The profits made by the company will stay with the company to further business and will not be paid as dividends and never lose sight of its social objective.
Rang De is a social business that sticks to these principles and Smita'sblog explains our business model and our commitment to the cause. So let's work together in spreading the word about Rang De – infact you could send your friends this newsletter as a conversation- starter. Close
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| Going Viral!
Sahana Suresh who lives in the U.S.A. believes in the quote by John. F Kennedy- "A man may die, nations may rise and fall, but an idea lives on. Ideas have endurance without death."
She writes about how youth can play an important role in bringing about social change and help the idea spread in her blog Going-viral.
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Rang De Box Office
Are the rains and the gloomy weather getting you down? Then it is time to get catch up on some films - meaningful films that bring you close to the many issues that plague society. Rang De Box Office will screen these, often not heard of films in various cities to create awareness of the very real plight of our fellow citizens.
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Rang De Box Office
Are the rains and the gloomy weather getting you down? Then it is time to get catch up on some films - meaningful films that bring you close to the many issues that plague society. Rang De Box Office will screen these, often not heard of films in various cities to create awareness of the very real plight of our fellow citizens.
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It was kick started at our capital with Nero's Guests and was soon followed by In Search Of Gandhi at Bangalore.
If you are in Hyderabad on 30th July, then you can catch Children of the Pyre at Lamakaan at seven in the evening.
In the pipeline is Mumbai with another great film that is sure to set you on the road to self-discovery. Read how the concept and idea unfolded and evolved. Close
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Featured Borrower Of The Month.
Mohammed Nasim from Jharkand
Activity: Mattress and Pillow making.
Although most urban dwellers now prefer the foam and spring mattresses, many still prefer mattresses and pillows made from cotton, especially in rural India. Mohammed Nasim makes these for a living to support his large family. Give him a helping hand to expand his business by investing now.
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Mohammed Nasim from Jharkand
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Milestones |
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| Borrowers Impacted : 9,347
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| Social Investors : 2,762
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| Investments Raised : Rs. 4,89,39,800
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| Investments Repaid : Rs. 2,96,09,814
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| Outstanding Portfolio : Rs. 1,93,29,986
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| Repayment Rate : 98.36%
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Chapter Chatter
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A new chapter has been set up at Ahmedabad and we invite volunteers to join the group. The western region now has one more chapter that will participate in field trips, campaigns and events.
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Evaluations
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Looking for a part time job that is fulfilling? Our Bangalore office is looking for people fluent in one or more of the following languages: Bengali, Oriya, Hindi and Malayalam to audio evaluate our borrowers. Write to us at info@rangde.org with your details.
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Technology Tales
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If you have been to our website recently, then you must have noticed the changes that have taken place. Our April newsletter listed some of the improved features. Arvind from our technology team gives you the details and what to expect in the future, in his blog.
So if you would like keep Arvind and his team on their toes write and tell us what you would like to see changed.
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