Sebastian Rocca

Sebastian Rocca

I am a social entrepreneur, innovator, coach, and LGBTQI activist, dedicated to driving sustainable and scalable social change. I founded Micro Rainbow and the Micro Rainbow International Foundation, both of which work to promote equality for LGBTQI people through housing, employment, and entrepreneurship—both in the UK and internationally. As a pioneer in social investment within the LGBTQI human rights sector, I am passionate about developing innovative, sustainable, and replicable models for social change.

Tip #15 – Don’t underestimate cumulative trauma

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How cumulative trauma leads to burnout Social entrepreneurs and changemakers are exposed to cumulative trauma more often than they realise. Every story of injustice, every crisis, and every responsibility adds weight. Over time, this accumulation can lead to burnout, affecting…

12 Radical Ideas For 2026

12 radical ideas for 2026

In February I started writing the Build a Social Enterprise blog. In April, I began sharing some of its content through a LinkedIn newsletter. In just eight months, more than 650 people have signed up. I can’t quite put into…

Tip #13 – Five ways to be yourself as a changemaker

How to be yourself as a changemaker

I have just completed a ten-month leadership fellowship with Acumen Academy. The UK Fellowship is “a reflective programme that brings together a cohort of extraordinary individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to solving problems of poverty across the…

Tip #9 – Give Back

Celebrating 100 Pro-Bono Coaching Hours I’ve just crossed a milestone: 100 hours of pro-bono coaching with incredible purpose leaders from Brazil, New Zealand, the U.S., Kyrgyzstan, the U.K., and beyond. What do they all have in common? What is your…

Tip#5 – Embrace Your Identities

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Dear aspiring change-maker, future and current social entrepreneurs Tip no5: Embrace Your Identities Until recently, I hadn’t truly paused to reflect on my identities. One of the most powerful aspects of my fellowship with Acumen Academy has been exploring the…

Tip #3 – Stretch Your Leadership Boundaries

Five Ways the Acumen Academy Fellowship Stretched My Leadership Dear aspiring change-maker, future and current social entrepreneurs Tip no3: Stretch your leadership boundaries Running or founding a social enterprise can be a whirlwind. There’s always something demanding your attention—a funding…

TIP #1 – Think Like a Coach

I often speak with social entrepreneurs, and the same questions come up time and again: This article is the first in a series where I’ll share insights, lessons learned, and practical advice to help you navigate the journey of building…