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News
July 1, 2026
Diesis Network

Strengthening Social Economy Networks: Diesis Joins European Commission Kick-Off Meeting

On 16 June 2026, we participated in the European Commission’s kick-off meeting for EU networks funded under the ESF-2025-AG-MF-SE call for proposals. The event brought together European networks active in the fields of social economy, social enterprise finance and microfinance, alongside representatives of the European Commission, to discuss policy priorities, share planned activities and explore opportunities for stronger collaboration across Europe.

Blog
June 5, 2026
Diesis Network

Why Social Purpose Entities Need Better Impact Infrastructure

Social Purpose Entities increasingly recognise impact measurement as a strategic necessity, yet most still lack accessible and proportionate tools to do it effectively. Based on findings from the ADALTIM Market Needs Assessment, this article explores the structural barriers organisations face, the growing disconnect between investors and impact-driven organisations, and why building better impact infrastructure is essential for the future of the social economy.

Blog
May 22, 2026
Diesis Network

Making Impact Visible: Julia Hoffmann on DO Impact, Data Governance and Social Impact Assessment

Within the DO Impact pathway, focused on the relationship between the social economy, data, digitalisation and artificial intelligence, Julia Hoffmann took part in the broader project journey as an external consultant involved in the KönCeRT experience, while also bringing the perspective of her professional work through RUDI | Risorse Umane Dirette e Indirette.

Agenda

07 Jul 2026

to 09 Jul 2026

The Future of the Social Economy

The future of the social economy depends on organisations that can harness digital technologies and data, and on people equipped with the skills to turn these opportunities into impact. From 7 to 9 July, two flagship EU initiatives (DO Impact and baSE) will come together for their final events, bringing practitioners, policymakers, educators and ecosystem builders to Brussels to reflect on achievements, exchange experiences, and explore what comes next for a more resilient, competitive and sustainable social economy.

Brussels

Featured projects

YOUTH4DEVELOPMENT

Youth for social and environmental development in Europe

The project empowers young people to engage in community action and advocacy aligned with New European Bauhaus (NEB) values.

WE GREEN

WE GREEN- Rural Women’s Empowerment through GREen Social ENtrepreneurship

The WE GREEN project combines the European Green Deal and the EU Gender Equality Strategy to empower women in rural areas through green social entrepreneurship. It addresses the transformation of the EU economy into a green one and develops skills for green jobs and entrepreneurship using digitalisation and social economy models.

TTRASE

Twin Transition for Social Entrepreneurs in Arts & Crafts

The project addresses the skills gap in a meaningful way and promote sustainable socio-economic development in the arts and crafts sector in the Western Balkans, with a particular focus on social economy enterprises.

RISE

RISE: Engaged Research in the Social Economy

RISE strengthens the capacity of social economy organisations to collaborate with research institutes and develop impactful research partnerships.

RURAL RISE

Empowering Rural Communities for a Sustainable Future

RURAL RiSE revitalises rural areas by promoting social entrepreneurship, green skills, and job creation for youth and women through capacity building and transnational cooperation.