Helping Social Entrepreneurs - Friends International

Alvin Hall explores the work of Friend's International, a social enterprise founded by Sebastian Naho, which helps street children in Cambodia through vocational training and family support. The organization has expanded its impact globally, with initiatives like restaurants that provide training and generate income. Despite challenges, Friend's International has made significant progress, improving the lives of many children and their families.

What is the primary focus of social entrepreneurs like Sebastian Naho?

• Maximizing profits

• Doing good and helping communities

• Investing in technology

• Expanding global businesses

What was the initial mistake made by Friends International regarding education?

• Not offering any education

• Providing only emotional support

• Ignoring vocational training

• Focusing on traditional schooling

How does Friends International aim to improve a child's life?

• By focusing solely on the child

• By working with the entire family

• By providing only financial aid

• By relocating them to other countries

What is a significant source of revenue for Friends International?

• Donations from international organizations

• Sales from their shops and restaurants

• Online crowdfunding

• Government funding

What was one of the business recommendations given to Friends International?

• To focus on expanding globally

• To set annual targets for their businesses

• To reduce the number of staff

• To close underperforming shops

What was the outcome of implementing the business recommendations at Friends International?

• Decrease in customer satisfaction

• No significant changes

• Increased revenue and new product lines

• Closure of several shops

What was the impact of the new exhibition space at the restaurant Ram Dang?

• It became a major attraction

• It failed to attract visitors

• It was closed due to lack of interest

• It was used for storage

How did the young chef's situation change after returning to Friends International?

• He became a successful team member

• He started his own restaurant

• He left the program permanently

• He continued to struggle with behavior

What was the reaction of the young chef's family to his progress?

• They were indifferent

• They were proud and supportive

• They were unaware of his progress

• They were disappointed

What is the significance of using children's artwork in Friends International's products?

• It has no impact on sales

• It enhances product appeal and supports creativity

• It is a temporary marketing strategy

• It is only used for promotional events