European Research Institute on Cooperative and Social Enterprises (EURICSE)

EURICSE (European Research Institute on Cooperative and Social Enterprises) is a foundation promoting the understanding and development of cooperatives, social enterprises, non-profit organizations, and commons.

Euricse focuses on organizations and enterprises that are characterized by participatory management models, development approaches that blend social and economic well-being, and the pursuit of purposes other than profit.

Euricse combines multidisciplinary research, training, and consulting services not only to develop knowledge but also to create and promote ownership, governance, and management models that will assist such organizations to operate effectively.

Euricse encourages study and reflection that foster dialogue between researchers and practitioners and is  committed to practical applications of the knowledge developed through its research. Moreover, Euricse aims to reduce the fragmentation in research on cooperative and social enterprises and to enhance the visibility of this sector in scientific and political debates.

Euricse was founded in 2008 by Cooperatives Europe, Federazione Trentina della Cooperazione, the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Trento e Rovereto, the Province of Trento, and the University of Trento. While Euricse is rooted in the Italian Province of Trento and has strong links with local organizations, its activities address issues of regional and global interest, and its approach favours openness and collaboration with other research centres.