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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 21d

Not able to attend in person? Follow the conference live stream: youtube.com/live/XY9_KBW...

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 21d

We're also delighted to welcome representatives from 7 EU member states 🇫🇷 🇷🇴 🇸🇮 🇧🇬 🇨🇾 🇵🇱 🇪🇸 sharing their experiences developing national strategies based on the EU Council recommendation on #SocialEconomy framework conditions.

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 21d

The Conference starts at 10am CET. Follow along for live updates throughout the day.

Panel discussions will delve into the progress to date of the SEAP, as well as the critical topic of investing in the social economy and services of general interest.

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 21d

Our #EUSummitSE continues today with our high-level conference, ‘Implementing the SEAP,’ bringing together key ecosystem actors from across Europe to review and assess the implementation of the EU's action plan for the #SocialEconomy.

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 22d

Stay tuned for recaps and updates on our website in the coming days.

For now, discover the full programme: www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-econo... and follow along throughout the week on SEE's X page where we will be live posting from several of the events: twitter.com/SocialEcoEU #EUSummitSE

European Social Economy Week 2025 - Social Economy Europe

Murcia to host Social Economy European Summit The most important European event of the social economy ecosystem of the year, Social Economy Week, takes

www.socialeconomy.eu.org

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · 22d

🌟 SEE's Social Economy European Summit starts today! 🌟

From 16–18 September, we’ll be in Murcia, the 2025 🇪🇸 Spanish Capital of the #SocialEconomy, for an inspiring programme of events that brings together changemakers, institutions, and networks from across Europe and beyond! 🌍💬

European Social Economy Week 2025 - Social Economy Europe

Murcia to host Social Economy European Summit The most important European event of the social economy ecosystem of the year, Social Economy Week, takes

www.socialeconomy.eu.org

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 8

📲 Can’t attend in person?

Follow SEE on X for live updates throughout the session: x.com/SocialEcoEU

🔗 Want to explore the full programme?
Visit: www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-economy-week

European Social Economy Week 2025 - Social Economy Europe

Murcia to Host Social Economy Week: 16–18 September 2025The most important European event of the social economy ecosystem of the year, Social Economy

www.socialeconomy.eu.org

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 8

🗣️ The first roundtable will assess the midterm review of the Social Economy Action Plan with input from:

➡️ @ec.europa.eu Executive VP for Social Rights, Skills, Quality Jobs & Preparedness Francesco Corti
➡️ Intergroup Co-Chair Maravillas Abadía Jover
➡️ SEE President Juan Antonio Pedreño

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 8

📍 Tuesday 16 September marks the start of our #SocialEconomyEUSummit with an open meeting of the @europarl.europa.eu Intergroup on #SocialEconomy & Services of General Interest.

A pivotal moment for policy, collaboration, and progress.

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 8

🗓️ 1 WEEK TO GO: Social Economy Week kicks off in Murcia! 🇪🇸

Join key actors from across Europe for a week of dialogue, strategy, and celebration of the #SocialEconomy.

Here's what to expect 👇🧵

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

💡 The summit is a unique chance to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of a more inclusive, sustainable and democratic Europe.

🎯 Don’t miss out!

👉 Learn more: www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-econo...
📝 Register now: bit.ly/45Picom

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

🗓️ Highlights include:

🔹 Public meeting of the European Parliament Social Economy Intergroup
🔹 Flagship conference: Implementing the SEAP
🔹 3rd edition of our Social Economy Awards 🏆

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

Expect a high-level programme bringing together key actors from across the European social economy ecosystem 🌍

👥 Over 500 participants
🎤 Top EU officials
💬 Strategy, funding & innovation panels

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

🚨 Just a few spots left! This is your last chance to register for SEE’s 2025 Social Economy European Summit 🇪🇺

📍 Join us in Murcia from 16–18 Sept for Europe’s biggest #SocialEconomy event of the year! 📝 Register by 8 Sept 👉 bit.ly/45Picom

Murcia 2025 Social Economy European Summit

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

More than infrastructure, brupower is a movement. With 60+ events & inclusive outreach, it ensures everyone can benefit from clean energy. 🌍

Good luck to all finalists! 🏆 📅 Winners announced 17 Sept in Murcia
🔗 www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-econo...

European Social Economy Week 2025 - Social Economy Europe

Murcia to Host Social Economy Week: 16–18 September 2025The most important European event of the social economy ecosystem of the year, Social Economy

www.socialeconomy.eu.org

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

brupower's model:

🔆 Solar production
🔁 Energy sharing
🧑🤝🧑 Citizen inclusion

Recognised as a Citizen Energy Community, Brupower empowers 500+ members through participatory governance & community ownership. #CooperativePower #Brussels

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

brupower tackles climate goals & energy poverty (27.4% of households affected) by making solar energy accessible - even for renters.

It’s raised €700K in citizen equity & installed 300+ kWp of solar capacity on public rooftops. 🌞 #EnergyTransition

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 5

🇧🇪 Meet Brupower, a finalist in SEE’s 2025 Social Economy Awards (Clean Energy category)!

As Brussels’ first citizen energy cooperative, brupower is driving a fair, local energy transition powered by people. #SocialEconomyAwards #CleanEnergy

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 4

Taller Àuria proves that industrial excellence and social impact can go hand in hand.

📅 Winners announced 17 Sept at SEE’s European Summit in Murcia: www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-econo...

Best of luck to all finalists! 🎉

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 4

One proud moment: Francisca Guerrero, a long-time cooperative member, became the first person with an intellectual disability to receive the President Macià Medal. 🏅

Her story embodies dignity, inclusion & collective progress. #SocialEconomy

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 4

Key achievements of this #SocialEnterprise include:

✨ Inclusive fragrance R&D
📚 Tailored training & holistic support
🌱 Eco-friendly practices
🤝 EU-wide partnerships
💄 Expansion into cosmetics & packaging

A true benchmark for inclusive industry.

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 4

Founded in 2008 by the Àuria Group, Taller Àuria creates sustainable jobs for people with intellectual disabilities and other vulnerable groups.

Over 70% of its 500+ employees face barriers to employment - and help produce up to 15M perfume units/year! 💪🌸

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 4

🌟 Finalist spotlight: Taller Àuria from Catalonia 🇪🇸 is nominated in the 2025 #SocialEconomyAwards for innovation by Work Integration Social Enterprises.

This inclusive perfume initiative is transforming the perfume industry through social impact.

Social Economy Awards category innovation in WISEs finalist - Taller Auria, Spain

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Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 3

The model created by the Region of Murcia is designed to be replicable across Europe - setting a benchmark for cooperative, forward-thinking local policy.

📅 Winners announced 17 Sept at SEE’s European Summit:
🔗 www.socialeconomy.eu.org/social-econo...

Best of luck to all finalists! 🎉

European Social Economy Week 2025 - Social Economy Europe

Murcia to Host Social Economy Week: 16–18 September 2025The most important European event of the social economy ecosystem of the year, Social Economy

www.socialeconomy.eu.org

Social Economy Europe @socialeconomyeu.bsky.social · Sep 3

Murcia's #SocialEconomy Pact includes 102 measures across 3 strategic axes:

1️⃣ Visibility and Growth
2️⃣ Competitiveness and Innovation
3️⃣ Environmental, Social and Territorial Sustainability

All aimed at boosting jobs, inclusion, and resilience. 🌍

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