The Rural Social Enterprise Gathering 2025 - Connecting rural voices for our global future

31 October - 4 November

Join the Rural Social Enterprise Gathering

The Rural Social Enterprise Gathering is an immersive experience bringing together the rural social enterprise community from around the world to connect, collaborate and exchange best practices.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with rural social enterprises through a Learning Visit set in Sabah’s tropical rainforest. The gathering will also feature a Rural Forum in Kota Kinabalu, where participants can take part in dynamic discussions and knowledge sharing sessions, shaping the future of rural social enterprise. 

Why attend the Rural Gathering?

Connect and build partnerships

with hundreds of like-minded changemakers from rural communities around the world.

Shape the future of rural social enterprise

and make positive impact on people and planet.

Discover the vibrant social enterprise scene of Sabah, Malaysia

travel through Sabah’s tropical rainforest and learn about the inspiring social enterprises that are making a difference in their community.

Programme:

31 October
In person
1 November
In person
2 November
In person
3 November
In person

Who is the Rural Gathering for?

For anyone active or interested in the work of rural communities around the world including:

  • Social entrepreneurs and social enterprise practitioners
  • Innovators and changemakers
  • Ecosystem supporters e.g. government, funders, investors, corporate partners
  • Students and young people
  • Members of the local community with an interest in social enterprise
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— Make the most of the Early Bird rate (expired 21 June 2025) —

Forum only
Forum only
Starting from
100 RM
+ booking fee
Features include:
  • Access to all Rural Forum sessions, including keynote speeches, plenary panels and discussions

  • Meals and refreshments throughout the Forum

  • Marketplace and exhibition access to connect with social enterprises, NGOs and businesses

  • Networking opportunities with rural social enterprise leaders, policymakers and industry experts

  • Interactive sessions on rural development, sustainability and entrepreneurship

  • Access to speaker materials and post-event resources

  • Cultural and community engagement activities within Kota Kinabalu

Learning Visit + Forum (sold out)
Learning Visit + Forum (sold out)
Starting from
SOLD OUT
+ booking fee
  • The Learning Visit is now fully booked

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