How have social enterprises dealt with recent crises? Findings from Slovakia and the Czech Republic

By combining desk research and qualitative interviews, we examine how social enterprises in the Czech Republic and Slovakia responded to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukrainian refugee crisis. Our findings reveal a predominance of cost-cutting measures, with limited evidence of innovative, collaborative strategies. To enhance resilience, social enterprises should prioritise strategic partnerships, innovation and capacity building. Policy makers are encouraged to foster cross-sector collaboration and create supportive environments for social enterprises.