Planning Solidarity Economy Districts
for Social, Economic, and Environmental Sustainability
THE PROJECT
Planning Seeds aims to create a shared European methodological framework and a Handbook for the creation and management of Solidarity Economy Districts. Extending from a local experimentation level to a common shared methodology, Solidarity Economy Districts can increase resilience by promoting diverse rural-urban linkages, reducing dependence on external factors and supporting participatory governance to produce proactive and integrated policies.
Target groups
- Young vulnerable adults (18-35)
- Seniors (65+)
- Stakeholders working on social economy field.
General objectives
- Improve the recognition of the social economy and its potential by raising awareness and visibility through local social experiments of short food supply chain.
Specific Objectives
- Creation of SFSCs and Solidarity Economy Districts (SEEDs) connecting citizens and key territorial stakeholders;
- Building a community of practice at European level to connect citizens ;
- Respond to the issues of the social economy sector.
Projects Outputs
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Report at EU and national level, based on desk and field research
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Multidisciplinary framework at the European level
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Development of policy recommendations and guidelines for local governments and policymakers to support the social economy
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Development of an online ecosystem to coordinate SEEDs, animate a community of practice and train other local communities not participating in the project
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Establish a support structure for SEEDs.
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RESOURCES
Framework and training needs
Planning SEEDs WP2 aims to document the social economy institutional framework and the social economy practices implemented at the local, national and European levels. Mapping strategic frameworks and key stakeholders is intended to identify intersections, gaps, potential trade-offs and synergies between existing policies and realities to find clear support and eliminate institutional barriers to change.
Course design and delivery
Planning SEEDs WP3 aims to design a modular course based on learning outcomes aligned with the EntreComp and GreenComp frameworks. The course will have three levels: a European MOOC, national deep learning labs and project-based learning. Participants will work together to produce voluntary local reviews and policy recommendations, increasing local impact and promoting social, economic and environmental sustainability. These efforts will support the principles set out in the European Green Deal and Farm to Fork strategies.
Call for participants
We are looking for participants, both seniors (65+) and young people (18-30), to join our training on social entrepreneurship and short food supply chains. This programme aims to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to develop sustainable food systems and high-impact social enterprises. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, we welcome you to be part of this unique learning experience. Interested in making a difference? Join us and help build a better future for our communities!
Call for ambassadors
We are looking for two ambassadors from Greece, Cyprus, Belgium, Italy and Romania to take part in our training on fundraising, crowdfunding and social media targeting. As an Ambassador, you will gain valuable skills to support and promote social impact initiatives in your community. This is a unique opportunity to learn, connect and make a difference. If you’re passionate about creating change and want to develop your expertise, we’d love to hear from you!
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