On April 7-8, the first Transnational Workshop of the DO Impact project will take place in Turin. The initiative is dedicated to exploring the transformative potential of digital technologies and data-driven approaches within the Social Economy (SE) sector.

The DO Impact project aims to raise awareness among Social Economy SMEs about the digitalization opportunities to enhance their operations and foster innovation. It also seeks to engage European stakeholders in recognizing the crucial role of digitalization in advancing social innovation and sustainability, while providing upskilling and reskilling opportunities for Social Economy Enabling Organizations and SMEs.

This workshop is the first of eight planned events within the framework of the DO Impact Strategy, a program designed to equip Social Economy organizations with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive in an evolving market. The focus is on strengthening digital skills, improving data management, and promoting sustainable practices.

Hosted by the Cottino Social Impact Campus, the two-day event will address the needs of organizations that support SMEs within the Social Economy ecosystem, with content specifically tailored to local SMEs from across Europe.

The first day will focus on the benefits and strategies of digitalization for Social Economy support organizations, presenting best practices from the Piemonte region. These practices will be shared by practitioners who have successfully implemented them. On the second day, the workshop will examine “data for good” initiatives, exploring effective data-sharing strategies, their objectives, and the challenges involved. The event will also include two practical sessions: one on an open-source platform for project management and another on tools for data analysis and visualization to support informed decision-making.

This workshop represents a significant opportunity for participants to gain essential knowledge and practical insights, empowering them to navigate the digital transformation within the Social Economy sector.