What is The Platform? : The Platform [Previously known as Care Co-operatives] is a social enterprise with the aim of creating a thriving social economy in Brighton and Hove. Social enterprises are businesses that trade to tackle social problems, strengthen communities or improve the environment. They aim to generate most of their income through selling goods and services, reinvesting the majority of their profits to further their mission.

We are achieving our aim through:

-Enabling people to achieve their potential through innovative learning and skills opportunities

-Supporting the social economy to thrive through the Brighton and Hove Social Enterprise Network

-Delivering customer focused social businesses in catering, venue hire and serviced offices

Background: Established in 1988, The Platform (previously known as Care Co-operatives Ltd), is a social enterprise passionate about improving the lives of local people and reducing social exclusion. We do this through a range of support services, social businesses and European Projects.