On 1 May, DG GROW will dismantle its Social Economy Unit — a decision that puts at risk a crucial driver of Europe’s competitiveness, industrial autonomy, prosperity and resilience.
Social Economy organisations employ over 11 million people, generate €1 trillion in turnover, and are essential to local development, the green transition and democratic values. Our democratic, people-first model is exactly what Europe needs in times of crisis.
Removing dedicated support at DG GROW weakens the EU’s ability to build a sustainable, inclusive, and competitive economy. Now more than ever, we need policies that integrate economic, social and environmental goals.
When fundamental pillars fall, communities bear the weight. Let’s stand together for a strong Social Economy in Europe. Let’s stand for an economy that works for people and the planet.
Read here our plea, signed by 236 organizations in less than 48h, to bring back SE in the EU strategy
https://lnkd.in/gfUnRYyc
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