FOR ME Social Cooperative (EN)

Problem:

The organization supports the social integration of vulnerable women through employment and business. The problem is found in the weakness of vulnerable women, mainly abused, they do not have their own income and are financially independent.

Solution:

The organization supports the social integration of vulnerable women through employment and business. The problem is found in the weakness of vulnerable women, mainly abused, they do not have their own income and are financially independent.

Target:

Girls and women over 18 who belong to vulnerable groups and want to develop some handicraft skills, or already make some handicrafts and need a network to sell them.

Description of the policy / project

The main activities of the FOR ME Social Cooperative Enterprise include:

  • Fair trade and solidarity, based on communication, transparency and mutual respect for better equality in domestic and international trade. Sustainable development by offering fair trade terms ensuring the rights of marginalized producers and workers.

  • Creation of a collaborative network of women artisans promoting art and cultural heritage

  • Retail trade of craft products

  • Organization and implementation of education and professional training programs and seminars

  • Organization of public activities, awareness / promotion and social events that contribute to the promotion of the company's activities

 

  • Cooperation with local agencies, private and public organizations, unions and cooperatives in Greece and abroad

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