On 29 January 2024 we held the conference “From Blueprint to Reality: Educating the Next Generation of Social Entrepreneurs”, at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels and which invited over 80 participants! In the framework of SE4Ces, we continued the ongoing conversation about the future of social economy education and the vast policy opportunities it presents.
“From Blueprint to Reality: Educating the Next Generation of Social Entrepreneurs”
This event was set against the backdrop of the European Year of Skills and contributes to the broader context of the European Education Area. We ignited a proactive discussion involving students, educators, practitioners, and decision-makers in the social economy sector to tackle questions such as: What does the future hold for social economy education? How do we educate a new generation of entrepreneurs? How do we tackle the skills mismatch?
In this spirit, the event:
- Opened the discussion on the evolving needs and future directions of social economy education, inviting insights from a spectrum of stakeholders, including policymakers and youth representatives, to shape the policy framework and educational strategies.
- Featured interactive roundtable discussions with key policymakers, educators, social economy stakeholders, and youth, to reflect on the lessons learned and explore collaborative opportunities for future initiatives.
- Presented the results of the SE4Ces project, showcasing the innovative educational materials and pilot actions carried out in university classes across Europe, which pave the way for the future of social economy education.
This conference was a convergence point for ideas, experiences, and visions that will shape the educational landscape of social economy.
This event was free.
Find the final event materials here.
Find all workshop presentations here.
Learn more about SE4Ces in this short video: