
<p>Two key advantages of social entrepreneurship is that efforts are both sustainable and scalable. DESIGN: JAHANZAIB HAQUE</p><p>KARACHI: There is no dispute today that Pakistan needs a disproportional focus on developing its social sector. Unfortunately very little support is being provided by the government for miscellaneous reasons. As a consequence, conscientious members of our civil society feel the urge to step in and help make a difference. Individuals who take the initiative to address, fund and fix a social problem are known either as 'philanthropists' or 'social entrepreneurs'.</p><p>Philanthropists versus social entrepreneurs</p><p>Both of these individuals are focused on bringing a social impact, but with a key fundamental difference. Philanthropists have an innate passion to help using their personal wealth and funds. They help the poor and needy by donating to NGO's and foundations, but they personally do not get involved in its operation.</p><p><a href="http://tribune.com.pk/story/474126/social-business-entrepreneurship-the-only-sustainable-solution/">Keep reading...</a></p>