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As the NYDES project comes to an end, we are proud to introduce one of our most meaningful final outputs: the  NYDES Guidebook —a practical, user-friendly resource designed to support  NEET youth (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)  in their pathways toward employment, entrepreneurship, leadership, and active participation in society. Built on international cooperation and real field experience, the guidebook is intended not only for young people, but also for youth w

by  Vasilis Taktikos, Institute for Studies of Social Economy Executive Summary The development of mountain tourism requires coordinated knowledge generation, skills enhancement, and participatory governance. This report explores the role of learning communities  and electronic learning communities  as strategic tools for fostering lifelong learning, decentralizing knowledge, and supporting sustainable regional development. By leveraging digital platforms and social networks,

by  Vasilis Taktikos, Institute for Studies of Social Economy Abstract The organizational innovation that promotes qualitative local self-sufficiency within the agri-food sector is Socially Supported Agriculture (SSA) . This model constitutes a partnership between producers and consumers, established for their mutual benefit and for the advancement of community-oriented agricultural practices. 1. Introduction Socially Supported Agriculture entails a direct collaboration bet

Across rural areas, countless young people between the ages of 18 and 29 face significant economic, geographical, and social challenges....

In this thought-provoking article, Professor Andreas N. Lytras outlines an ambitious and pragmatic proposal that links sustainable...

Cooperatives represent a strong alternative to traditional business models. Based on democratic principles, these organizations...

In rural towns scattered across Greece, Spain, and Turkey, thousands of young people find themselves caught in a difficult position. They...

Mr. Vassilis Taktikos (Social Economy Expert) speaks to us, analyzes a series of factors that the institutions must follow in order for...

In rural areas of Spain, Turkey, and Greece, a project called Rural Entrepreneurship Empowered by Motivation: NEET Youth Developing...

When considering the challenges that NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training) youth face in rural areas, it is evident that...

Entrepreneurial skills are a crucial asset for young individuals, especially those who may find themselves disengaged from traditional...