MOOC on the Social and Solidarity Economy
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Free
MOOC on the Social and Solidarity Economy
Self-guided
The social and solidarity economy (SSE) contributes to decent work, inclusive and sustainable economies, social justice and sustainable development
Key features
SELF-GUIDED COURSE
Learn interactively and plan your individual learning pace.
You can take a break and revert from where you last stopped.
RELEVANCE
Explore examples, case studies and video testimonials as part of practice-oriented learning.
RESOURCES
Access the resources offered by each module to find out more about the subjects of your interest.
CERTIFICATE
Obtain and download your digital certificate at the end of the course.
Introduction to the course
In an increasingly globalised world, which is still based on a large-scale production model, but can no longer ignore its effects on climate change and the most vulnerable populations, the social and solidarity economy represents an effective and positive alternative for the future.
The organisations practising the social and solidarity economy, such as associations, cooperatives, social enterprises, self-help groups and social movements, aim for long-term viability and sustainability and for the transition from informal to formal economy. Operating in all sectors of the economy, they put into practice a set of values intrinsic to their functioning, with respect for people and the planet, and for principles such as equality, equity, interdependence, self-management, transparency and accountability, promoting decent work and dignified living conditions.
This training course, divided into 4 modules, will enable you, through real case studies, to explore in detail the many forms of this phenomenon, which is so varied and diverse from one country to another, but increasingly visible because of its role in creating and maintaining jobs, as well as providing services to local communities.
What will you learn?
- Understand the definitions and characteristics of the SSE, its different organisational forms, as well as its main values, principles, and legal frameworks.
- Recognise the reciprocal relationship between the SSE and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Analyse how SSE can be a good model for promoting decent work and how it can contribute to meeting the challenges related to the future of work.
- Discover ILO's strategy and action plan on decent work and SSE, following the conclusions adopted by the International Labour Conference at its 110th session (June 2022).
Who is this course for?
- Political decision-makers in various government institutions;
- Social partners (workers' and employers' organisations);
- Practitioners and stakeholders in the social economy;
- Academics and researchers working on the subject.
How is the course organised?
The course is divided into four modules:
- Module 1 - The SSE as a game changer: understanding the concept and its building blocks.
- Module 2 - The pivotal role of the SSE in the pursuit of inclusive and sustainable development.
- Module 3 - The social and solidarity economy as a tool for decent work and inclusion.
- Module 4 - Follow-up to the resolution on decent work and the social and solidarity economy.
Certificate
Participants will have to take two short knowledge assessment tests, one before and one after completing the four modules. The certificate of attendance will be automatically released once the knowledge assessment tests (before and after the course) and the four modules have been completed.
Would you like to register?
This free course is available on eCampus, the ITCILO e-learning platform.
