The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has called for reforms to EU State aid rules to better support social economy entities, emphasising the need...
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Working conditions and governanceProximity and social economyBoosting digital skills by - and in the social economy+9 plus
The URBACT Cities@Heart Action Planning Network is an EU-funded initiative that brings together ten European cities to revitalise their city centres through a shared, data-driven...
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Urban and Rural WellbeingProximity and social economy15-minute city+2 plus
The EUI’s City-to-City Exchanges programme offers EU cities the opportunity to collaborate on urban challenges through short-term visits. With a high approval rate and flexible...
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Regenerative Green TransitionUrban and Rural WellbeingProximity and social economy+17 plus
The OECD has released a report exploring how innovation ecosystems in Portugal, Spain, and the Netherlands use emerging technologies to enhance citizen participation. It shows...
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Transformative Digital TransitionProximity and social economyDigital+10 plus
Barcelona’s recent sustainable tourism partnership meeting addressed the integration of social economy principles in urban tourism. Emphasising stakeholder engagement and the preservation of local identity...
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Urban and Rural WellbeingProximity and social economyTourism+9 plus
Urban regeneration revitalises underused urban areas to improve economic, social, and environmental conditions. Key strategies include densification, community engagement, and integrating green infrastructure. The European...
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Regenerative Green TransitionUrban and Rural WellbeingProximity and social economy+6 plus
Romania Takes Steps Toward Socially Responsible Public Procurement ADV Romania, in partnership with RISE and the Social Finance Association, has launched a major legislative initiative...
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Financing the ecosystemPartnershipsProximity and social economy+9 plus
The JobDirect for NEET Youth within the ALMA Initiative project aimed to support the social and professional integration of disadvantaged NEET youth from Romania through...
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PartnershipsSkillsProximity and social economy+4 plus
The OECD Global Action report on “Promoting Social and Solidarity Economy Ecosystems” offers valuable insights into the growing role of social procurement in both public...
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Financing the ecosystemPartnershipsRegenerative Green Transition+13 plus