The social enterprise movement in Lima is gathering momentum. An increasing number of people are taking an interest in this field of activity, in events that help spread the word about its significance, and in a range of initiatives aimed at promoting the phenomenon. In Peru, in general, and in Lima, in particular, there has been a growing interest in promoting the social enterprise movement in recent years, with good results. Young people in particular are more aware of social and environmental issues and look upon enterprises as organisations with the legitimacy and the potential to address these problems.The interest in social enterprises has not, however, been accompanied by the creation of a knowledge base that may help us understand better the peculiarities and complexities of this promising sector. Our article proposes to bridge this gap in knowledge. It is is divided into two sections: (i) definitions; and (ii) operating models for social enterprises. The first section sets out various definitions and interpretations of the term 'social enterprise', while the second part provides an empirical account of six different operating models for social enterprises that are active in Lima. Specifically, this part explains the relationship between social enterprises, the market and the intended beneficiaries. We contend that understanding this three-dimensional relationship is essential for developing a credible knowledge base for social enterprises and their value to the wider economy and society.We use qualitative methodology to support our empirical observations. Our extensive review of the literature enables us to draw down three conceptual and practical propositons which we explore through 39 in-depth interviews were held with government officials, social entrepreneurs, academics and representatives of non-governmental, multilateral aid and private-sector organisations related in some way to social enterprises.

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Las prácticas de conciliación vida personal-vida laboral y su relación con el avance de la mujer en la jerarquía organizacional -El caso de las empresas grandes limeñas Resumen 86Las mujeres forman parte activa de nuestra economía. Sin embargo, los cargos que ocupan y las responsabilidades del hogar, entre otros factores, dan cuenta de que no existe igualdad de oportunidades laborales para hombres y mujeres. El ofrecimiento, por parte de las empresas, de prácticas de conciliación vida personal-vida laboral puede contribuir a que las mujeres desarrollen una línea de carrera. En este estudio se presenta un modelo que estima el porcentaje de mujeres que ocupa posiciones de nivel medio, en empresas grandes que operan en Lima, a través del número de prácticas de conciliación que ofrecen sus empresas. Palabras claveFlexibilidad laboral, equilibrio trabajo-vida, prácticas de conciliación.

PurposeThe study aims to determine how the relationship among links, fit and sacrifice (dimensions of job embeddedness) influence employees' intention to quit in the case of professionals belonging to Generation Y.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative correlational study was conducted with a cross-sectional dimension of time. The survey technique was applied through a certified online panel. The sample consisted of 211 members of Generation Y.FindingsIt has been verified that the only significant dimension for Generation Y is sacrifice.Research limitations/implicationsIt is necessary to extend the study of the dimensions of job embeddedness and their influence on employees' intention to quit in different demographic groups. It would be advisable to conduct longitudinal studies to observe the dynamics of job embeddedness throughout the years.Practical implicationsOrganizations concerned with retaining the talent of young professionals can focus on the development of policies and benefits that encourage sacrifice.Social implicationsThe finding that the sacrifice dimension is the one that would reduce the intention to leave for Generation Y will help to ensure that organizations retain the workforce that they value.Originality/valueThe study is important to gain a better understanding of Generation Y behavior. In addition, in response to the demand from the literature, the sample considered only Generation Y with work experience.