Who we are
Greek National Competence Center for Social Innovation
The Greek national competence center for social innovation (GNCCSI) is supported by the ESF+ Social Innovation + Initiative. Since the beginning, it adopted the ESF definition of Social Innovation stressing the importance of connecting stakeholders from different sectors around ideas that work and leave positive systemic change.
During the first phase of the project, a sample of social innovation activities in Greece revealed a fragmented but varied ecosystem with enormous potential to address social issues effectively. Challenges in employment, education and inclusion were addressed in various areas including climate change, circular economy and culture that the GNCCSI adopted to widen its scope. Its strategy focuses on supporting public administration with capacity building and pilot approaches, on strengthening its dynamic ecosystem by keeping close to the field while keeping alive its transnational knowledge exchange.
Our Goals
The Center's Goals Are To
- strengthen the Greek SI ecosystem with training programs
- support public administration with pilot and portfolio approaches
- deliver capacity building training for both public administration and civil society organisations
- connect stakeholders across sectors to collaborate fruitfully
- enable access to funding for social innovation initiatives
- collaborate with European and national institutions in shaping social innovation strategies and policies
About
About
services
The Center's Services
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Project development support
We provide guidance and expertise to help transform innovative ideas into impactful projects, from concept to implementation.
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Networking and matchmaking events
We connect changemakers, experts, and organizations to foster collaboration, partnerships, and knowledge exchange.
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Education and trainig
We deliver workshops and learning programs that build skills, promote innovation, and strengthen capacities for social and economic impact.
Explore the core
For more about the Seed2Scale project and the European Competence Center for Social Innovation, explore the initiatives below.
Seed2Scale supports the development of scalable innovation ecosystems across Europe, connecting partners and fostering new opportunities for growth.
The Center strengthens inclusive, impactful solutions that address societal challenges through collaboration.
Partners
The Greek Competence Center for Social Innovation was founded by Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), MSCF – Directorate of Social and Solidarity Economy / Ministry for Social Cohesion and Family, and AN.KA. S.A. – Development Agency of Karditsa. UnivSSE Coop, SED Consultants PC, Kollektiva – For Social Innovation and Culture, Electra Energy Social Coop, HIGGS – Higher Incubator Giving Growth & Sustainability, and the Association of Social and Solidarity Economy of South Aegean joined the organisation as first members, while P2P Lab – Research Organisation for the Commons & Peer2Peer Practices participates as an associate partner.
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FAQ
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“What’s in it for me”?
a) I am a representative of a public body
b) I am a representative of a Managing Authority
c) I am a researcher from academia
d) I am a member of a civil society organization
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