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SEN#37February 2025
Strengthening and Promoting the Social Economy from Universities
By Adoración Mozas, professor at the University of Jaén and President of CIRIEC-Spain
"CIRIEC-Spain, the association I have had the honor of chairing for the past eight years, carries out extensive research and dissemination activities on cooperativism and the social economy. This work is reflected in detailed reports, scientific journals, conferences, statistical portals, and national and international newsletters, such as this Social Economy News (SEN), which we produce in collaboration with CIRIEC-International."
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The European Economic and Social Committee hosted the presentation of the CIRIEC and Euricse Statistical Report on the Social Economy in the EU
On February 7 in Brussels, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) hosted the presentation of the CIRIEC and Euricse Statistical Report on the Social Economy in the EU, an initiative supported by the European Commission within the framework of the Social Economy Action Plan.
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Focus on the 11th Mont Blanc Meetings, for better financing of the SEE, and improving links with conventional companies and public institutions
The 11th Mont Blanc Meetings organized by SSE International Forum took place on January 16, 2025, at the ILO headquarters on the theme of “SSE facing the role of finance and economic pluralism, supporting the SDGs and social development”.
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ICA creates the Circle of Cooperative and Mutual Leaders (CM50) to promote the global growth of cooperativism for economic democracy, peace, and social inclusion
The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) launched the Circle of Cooperative and Mutual Leaders (CM50) on January 22, bringing together 50 leaders from the world’s largest cooperatives and mutuals, many of which are listed in the World Cooperative Monitor. As part of the International Year of Cooperatives, the CM50’s primary goal is to present a Charter and a Commitment Plan at the second World Summit on Social Development (CMDS2), scheduled for November 4–6 in Doha, Qatar.
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Last call for Submission of Activities for the 6th University Week of Social Economy, 2025
Following the success of previous editions, with the participation of 40 universities and more than 5,000 people in 150 activities during the last edition, the ENUIES Network of CIRIEC-Spain once again calls on Centers, Institutes, Chairs, and other research structures in Social Economy to celebrate the 6th University Week of Social Economy. This event will take place from March 24 to April 2, 2025, inclusive.
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New Statistical Portal on the Social Economy in Italy
Euricse has published a new page on its website dedicated to statistics on the social economy in Italy. Through interactive charts and official data, users can explore in detail the number of organizations, employment figures, and their contribution to the Italian national economy. The website includes two specific sections focusing on social enterprises and cooperatives.
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Pope Francis Received Representatives of European and Italian Ethical and Cooperative Banking
This is the first time that the Pope has received a representative group of the European social economy. More than a hundred representatives from Banca Etica, FEBEA, and the Italian Banca di Credito Cooperativo attended the meeting. Jorge Mario Bergoglio acknowledged the work of these institutions, which promote finance as a tool for social and environmental transformation for the common good.
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11 EU entities commit to protect welfare states ‘at any costs’ in joint statement
A total of 11 EU entities issued a statement on 28 January pledging to ‘protect welfare states at all costs’, following statements by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte calling on member states to increase national spending on military defence and readjust spending on pensions, health and social security.
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Philea publishes a report on the state of democracy in Europe and the role of foundations
The European foundation association Philea has published the report "2025 Democracy Briefer for Funders: What's Happening to European Democracy and What Funders Can Do About It". This document analyzes democratic backsliding and its causes and offers, from a philanthropic perspective, possible solutions and strategies to address the multidimensional challenges posed by this regression.
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CIRIEC-Spain will hold its XX International Congress of Researchers in Social Economy from April 2 to 4, 2025, in Jaén
CIRIEC-Spain calls for participation in the 20th International Congress of Social Economy Researchers, which will take place in Jaén on 2, 3 and 4 April 2025, under the direction of Adoración Mozas, Professor at the University of Jaén, President of CIRIEC-Spain and Vice-president of CIRIEC International. The 20th Congress of CIRIEC-Spain marks the consolidation of a tradition of almost four decades, an achievement that reflects the continuity and relevance of CIRIEC’s research work in social economy, as well as the commitment of the academic and professional community to promote and strengthen this field in Spain and internationally. All the information about the Congress on the official website: https://www.ciriec-congresos.es/
+infoConference 'Fostering Europe’s prosperity and industrial transformation: Cooperatives as drivers of change'
On 18 March 2025, the European Commission will hold a conference on cooperatives as key actors in boosting economic resilience and social cohesion in the European Union. The event will feature several plenary sessions and workshops designed to foster dialogue among cooperatives' representatives, academics, and policymakers. These discussions will focus on how the cooperative model can contribute to a more prosperous and sustainable economy in the European Union. The event will take place on 18 March in La Vallée, Rue Adolphe Lavallée 39, in Brussels.
+infoConference on public service cooperatives, 28 March 2025 - Sciences Po Bordeaux, France
The Edgard Milhaud Foundation, CIRIEC-International, CIRIEC-France and Sciences Po Bordeaux are organising a conference on public service cooperatives on 28 March. These cooperatives combine independence from public authorities, financial responsibility and reinvestment of profits in the general interest, thus avoiding the excesses associated with monopolies. They are distinguished by their democratic and egalitarian model, which gives users an active role, especially in capital, unlike traditional public or commercial structures. The day will explore the role of public service cooperatives from a historical perspective, and will analyse their current situation in France and in the EU.
+infoICA CCR Europe Research Conference 2025 - Helsinki, 12 and 13 June 2025
The International Cooperative Alliance Committee on Cooperative Research Europe (ICA CCR Europe) conference will be organised in Helsinki, Finland on the 12th to 13th of June 2025. With cooperation from renowned experts and academics dedicated to cooperative research, this is a must-attend event for all in the field. Prior to the conference in Helsinki, a Young Scholars day will be held in Joensuu on June 10th. Designed for master’s, PhD and post-doctoral students, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic, in-depth discussions, receive feedback on their work and establish life-long networks. With 2025 marking the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives, the theme of the conference will be 'Cooperative Identity – Who we are as a movement, a form of organization and as cooperators?'. Extended abstract deadline until February 28.
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