The result includes a detailed description of the Virtual Incubator of Social Economy model, i.e. the model of a small advisory institution supporting the establishment of new business entities (mainly social cooperatives) in the third sector. A coherent system has been developed to support the complete process of establishing a social cooperative, helping replicate model business entities.
moreThe result, to be implemented by local social services, will contribute to the growing effectiveness of assistance activities and change of their profile. Implementation of the method requires active social work, psychological support and assisting families in their attempts to solve problems of various types. Thanks to the initiative the beneficiaries, so far using only passive forms of social assistance (allowances, assistance in kind) will be motivated to undertake more intensive social activities, supplement their qualifications and take paid employment.
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