On Thursday, November 7, a meeting focused on networking and the development of innovative European-level projects in the field of the social economy took place. This event was promoted by the European Projects HUB for the Social Economy, co-designed with Weco Social Enterprise and supported by the Turin Chamber of Commerce and the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation.

Organized in collaboration with the Didaxé Social Cooperative, the event provided a valuable opportunity to connect with various social enterprise entities from Lithuania and to expand European collaboration opportunities for local organizations.

The meeting was held at Impact HUB Torino, a coworking space that connects local professionals with organizations, investors, and the public sector. As a certified startup incubator and a community dedicated to social innovation, Impact HUB Torino was an ideal setting.

Twelve Lithuanian organizations presented their activities and innovative projects, including Katalista Ventures, an accelerator supporting startups and organizations focused on creating positive impacts for people, the environment, and the business world. The event also featured representatives from local third-sector and social economy organizations, including Liberitutti Social Cooperative, Vol.To, Mercato Itinerante, and Discentis.

An interactive workshop allowed participants to get to know each other, discuss the challenges they face in their respective fields, and share skills that their organizations could offer or seek for potential future collaborations.

The event continued with thematic discussion tables focusing on four main areas: integration, innovation, health, and craftsmanship.

This exchange between organizations from different contexts but with shared goals in social innovation and the social economy proved highly enriching. It offered a variety of perspectives, experiences, and visions, with the aim of building and strengthening collaborative relationships at the international and European levels.