Statement on the International Year of Cooperatives – Social and Solidarity Economy: A Call for Systemic Change
During the launch of the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives at the ICA Global Conference, the statement titled "Social and Solidarity Economy: A Call for Systemic Change" was presented. This document emphasizes the pivotal role of Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) entities—such as cooperatives and associations—in addressing major global challenges like economic inequality, precarious work, and climate crises. It further highlights the potential of the SSE to promote transitions from informality to formal employment, ensuring decent work and social justice for the 61% of the global workforce engaged in informal employment. The event also served as a preparatory step for the 2025 International Labour Conference, focusing on innovative approaches to informality and formality transitions.
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