Social Enterprises in Europe: Trends and Challenges

These flashcards cover key concepts and facts about social enterprises in Europe as discussed in the lecture, helping students prepare for their exam.

What are the two main types of dynamics in the development of social enterprises?

Bottom-up (community-led) and Top-down (externally-led) dynamics.

What is the primary objective of a social enterprise?

The social aim.

Which factors shape country patterns of social enterprise development?

Degree of coverage of general interest services and importance of civic commitment.

What is a key aspect of governance in social enterprises?

Inclusive governance and limits on distribution of profits.

What are some fields of activity that social enterprises engage in?

Health and social services, work integration of disadvantaged persons, and tackling societal challenges.

What has been a significant development in recognizing the social economy at the EU level?

The Social Economy Action Plan (SEAP) of 2021.

What is the primary purpose of the Social Economy Action Plan (SEAP)?

To define and recognize the perimeter of the social economy in the EU.

Name one driver of social enterprise development in countries with poor supply of welfare services.

Bottom-up experimentation by groups of citizens.

Which European country has a National Strategy for Social Enterprise established in 2014?

Denmark.

What legislative framework supports social enterprises in the United Kingdom?

Community interest companies (CIC) under the Companies Act (2004).

How many social economy entities are estimated to exist in Europe?

More than 4.3 million.

What percentage of the employed population do social economy entities account for?

6.3%.

What challenge does the social enterprise face regarding public perception in some countries?

Negative perception of cooperatives.

What type of support is crucial for the growth of social enterprises?

Political, legal, and private recognition.