I'm very interested in Third Sector and Social Capital; indeed, still struggling to complete my dissertation on that :-(
Worked in the Sector for 35 years now, and currently in an 'Infrastructure Organisation' providing support, etc., services for other Third Sector organisations.
Concerned that over-professionalisation of Third Sector organisations can lead to detraction from core aims, but wouldn't deride 'professional' in terms of work or attitude or services.
Question: If the Public Sector wants the Third Sector to become more 'professional' and provide the same services, same standards, and so on, where does the Third Sector go?
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