Bath Spa University and 3SG have set up the Bath Social Impact Network (BSIN) to fill a gap identified for businesses and individuals working in social, community and environmental impact areas in Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES).
Whether you’re a social enterprise, B Corp, CIC, co-op, or interested in the work of these types of organisations, we’re here to support you on your journey.
If you want to meet and connect with like-minded and purpose-driven individuals and businesses then this network is for you. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend sessions specially tailored to help grow and develop the social economy. We aim to bring together those working for good in the BaNES region, making us stronger together.
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We run events specially tailored for businesses and individuals working in social, community and environmental impact areas in BaNES. Whether you already work in these areas, are looking to grow or set up a new impact organisation or looking for one to partner with, you’re more than welcome to join us at one of our events.
Attendees submitted real business challenges, which were explored live by three experienced AI specialists, Tim Robinson (AI Innovation Consultant), Steve Allen (WearelevelAi) and Kirill Koniayev (Bath Spa University), offering practical insight into improving efficiency, strengthening decision‑making and freeing up capacity. This hands‑on session gave organisations a clear and grounded introduction to where AI can genuinely add value.
The focus was firmly on realistic next steps, with clear examples, step‑by‑step guidance and honest discussion about organisational readiness. Participants left with a more confident, informed sense of how and when AI can support their work.
Our Christmas Company Showcase wrapped up the year with a lively, festive get‑together for the Network. With mince pies, Christmas jumpers and a relaxed end‑of‑year atmosphere, members shared short “ask and give” pitches that sparked practical ideas, offers of support and new conversations.
Designed as much to celebrate the people behind the work as the work itself, the evening combined light‑hearted networking with meaningful connection. A warm, generous close to the year that reinforced the strength and diversity of the BSIN community.
This session brought cultural organisations together to move from conversation to coordination. Alongside an update from BaNES Council on the Cultural Development Plan, members worked collaboratively to map the year ahead, share plans, flag opportunities for collaboration and reduce diary clashes across the region.
The practical focus helped build a clearer, shared picture of 2026 and strengthened relationships between organisations shaping Bath and North East Somerset’s cultural life. A constructive, action‑orientated session that responded directly to what the network had been asking for.
This session gave members a clear, accessible introduction to AI, cutting through the hype to focus on what it actually is and how it can be used in everyday organisational settings. Through plain‑English explanations and real‑world examples, attendees explored where AI can genuinely save time, support decision‑making, and add value, without needing technical expertise.
The relaxed, discussion‑led format encouraged questions and honest conversation, helping people leave feeling more confident, better informed, and clearer about whether and how AI might be relevant to their work.
This joint event brought Bath Social Impact Network and University of Bath Connect! together to explore how organisations can better understand and evidence their social impact. Attendees gained early access to the University of Bath’s new, free Evaluating and Measuring Social Impact online course, with practical insight from Octopus Impact into how the learning could be applied in real settings.
The evening also opened up valuable conversations between community organisations, practitioners and universities about what future learning opportunities should look like. A relaxed, collaborative session that supported skills‑building while strengthening connections across the local social impact ecosystem.
Members joined us for a focused morning conversation that cut through the jargon around funding. Local funders, bid writers and social value specialists shared clear, practical examples that helped attendees understand where income opportunities really are and how to access them.
The intimate setting encouraged open questions and supportive discussion, with many people saying the real‑world examples made the session especially useful. A genuinely encouraging space to rethink what’s possible for your organisation.
Our summer gathering brought the Network together for an evening of quickfire sharing and practical connection. Eight organisations: : Share and Repair, Insight Space, Bath Artists Studios, Cool Ventures, Digital Detox Club, Theatre Royal, Frank Conversations Collective and Not Impossible, presented their “ask and give”, sparking more than 75 meaningful follow‑up conversations.
A simple format, a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of useful introductions made it a productive evening of connection for everyone involved.
By joining the network you’ll belong to a group of like-minded members who are keen to work together to grow and learn from each other.
Opportunities will include:
We’re interested to know what you’d like from the network and how we can make it work best for our members.
Bath Spa University and 3SG have set up the Bath Social Impact Network in partnership. Bath Spa University is a certified member of Social Enterprise UK and brings to the network its expertise in social enterprise, social value and entrepreneurship. BSU will be running the in-person events.
3SG is an independent membership network supporting the charity, social enterprise, faith and voluntary sector operating in Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES). To the network, they bring their expertise in managing other networks in the region and will be running the online events.
