Social and Solidarity Economy
Social and Solidarity Economy
Economic justice and sustainability
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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