Social and Solidarity Economy | Freire Institute

This course examines the key concepts, organizational forms and impact of the social and solidarity economy, and explores alternative economic models that promote social justice, economic inclusivity, and sustainable development.

Status: paid
Price: GBP 250.00

Paulo Freire and Critical Pedagogy

Education for Social Change

Discover the principles and practicies of a more just and environmentally responsible economic system

This course gives a thorough exploration of the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) through a critical lens, offering participants an insight into how SSE both contrasts with and challenges traditional economic systems.

Participants will engage with a variety of economic theories that support or critique the principles of SSE, including Marxist, feminist, and ecological economics. By integrating these perspectives, the course aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how SSE can be a transformative force in the global economy.

Topics

Key concepts of SSE, including its emphasis on cooperation, democracy, and social justice
Theoretical foundations, including Marxist perspectives on labour and capital, feminist critiques of economic inequality, and ecological discussions on sustainability
How SSE functions within different economic systems, its response to neoliberal economic policies, and its role in globalized markets
Organizational forms within SSE, such as cooperatives, nonprofits, and social enterprises
Alternative finance models that are pivotal to SSE, including microfinance, social banking, and community currencies
The impact of SSE on community development and labour markets, including empowerment, participation, and rights
How SSE contributes to environmental sustainability, including practices such as the circular economy and resource management
The role of policy and advocacy in promoting and sustaining SSE practices at local, national, and international levels
The potential future developments of SSE and its impact on global economies
Can there be a ‘postcapitalist’ society?

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Duration

You will be registered for 12 months from the start of the course. The minimum time necessary to complete the course is 3 months.

Course Delivery

Course materials such as videos, readings and tasks will be released over the period of your enrollment. Live online seminars are not part of the course content but may be made available as a bonus.

Course Certificate

You will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

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