County Waterford is set to host a conference entitled "The Unique Contribution of Social Enterprises to Rural & Urban Regeneration" on Monday next at the Dunhill Multi Education Centre. It's aimed at bringing together international and local experts to discuss how social enterprises are driving significant positive change in communities. It will take place on Monday, August 11th, from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Organised by Comhar Comaraigh Social Enterprise Network, with the support of Waterford Local Enterprise Office and Waterford Area Partnership, the conference promises an insightful exploration of social enterprise's impact from global perspectives to tangible local initiatives. [caption id="attachment_1389955" align="alignnone" width="300"] Angela Mulcahy and Eoin Morrissey pictured at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bonmahon.[/caption]

"This conference is an exceptional opportunity to truly understand the transformative power of social enterprises in revitalising both our rural and urban communities," said Eoin Morrissey from Waterford City and County Council.

"We're bringing together global leaders and local practitioners to share best practices and inspire new solutions that foster sustainable community development and economic growth." Those interested can register for the conference here or by contacting Eoin on 087-2181709. WLR's Kieran Foley has been finding out more.  You can watch a video from the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre in Bonmahon below ⬇ To listen to the audio report, click on the main image above For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.