Diverse initiatives from the field of Social Solidarity Economy with regard to their economic activity and geographical area present the consequences of the pandemic on their present and future. How did they react? Did they receive any type of support from public measures? What do they expect from the future?

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Social Solidarity Economy (SSE)

Social Solidarity Economy, defined as the set of different economic practices addressing social needs based on free collaboration and mutual support, is one of the main intervention fields of Heinrich Böll Stiftung in Greece. We want to contribute to the development of SSE practices in Greece on solid ground and proper principles, considering SSE a decisive force for the democratic and ecological transformation of economy and society.

Social Solidarity Economy in Greece: A priority agenda

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Participatory Municipal Budget

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A collective study that includes basic concepts on the subject, presentation of international and Greek experience, information on the institutional framework, tips etc.
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The Greek cooperative law. From fragmentation to unification

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This publication analyses and compares the provisions of each law for the different categories of cooperatives and presents certain proposals for a new legal framework aimed at unifying Greek cooperative law, as urgently recommended by international and European Organisations and Cooperative Associations.

The legal framework of Social Solidarity Economy in Greece

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What processes led to the formation of the new institutional framework for the Social Solidarity Economy (SSE) in Greece? What did stakeholders and collectives say during the public consultation process? What is finally in place today? What failures can be identified in the law? Is there room for the co-design of public policies for SSE in Greece?

Which are the main trends and developments with regard to Social and Solidarity Economy in Greece in the field and at the institutional level? What is the contribution of Heinrich Böll Foundation Greece. This article answers these questions and many more... By Sofia Adam

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Documentaries

Αναπτύσσοντας την Κοινωνική Οικονομία στην Καρδίτσα: Ένα Κοινωνικό Οικοσύστημα - Heinrich Boell Foundation - Office Thessaloniki

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The documentary "Developing the social economy in the karditsa: A Social Ecosystem" explores the historical context of the development of cooperatives in the region, the gradual depreciation and the recent development of an ecosystem of cooperatives and social enterprises today. It combines material from interviews with members of the social economy and members of the wider academic community and support structures.

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