SEMAI SUMMIT KL – DAY 2 Plenary : Dialogue Debate Discourse – Corporate Participation in Social Entrepreneurship

Opening Plenary Session of Day 2 of SEMAI Summit

This dedicated session will begin with the key overarching topic of private sector involvement in social entrepreneurship and a recap & highlight of Day 1 of the SE SEMAI summit KL. This session opens the overarching theme on corporate and private sector involvements as well as discussions, debate, and discourse on private sector involvement in social entrepreneurship.

Keynote: Progressive Participation that Promotes Private Sector Engagement in Social Entrepreneurship

Elaboration of the role of government policies in facilitating or hindering private sector participation in social entrepreneurship.
Explore potential reforms or new policies that could strengthen the ecosystem, incentivize investments, and support the growth of social enterprises. Include perspectives from ecosystem players, business leaders, and social entrepreneurs.

Debate & Dialogue Discourse: Should Governments Mandate Corporate Participation in Social Entrepreneurship Initiatives?

This topic can ignite discussions and debate on the role of government in regulating private sector involvement in social entrepreneurship. Proponents argue that mandatory participation ensures widespread social impact and corporate accountability, while opponents could argue that voluntary participation fosters more genuine and innovative business contributions.