The 25th of April 1974 was a historic milestone in Portugal, representing the end of decades of dictatorship and the beginning of a period of transition to democracy. This event had a significant impact on women's rights in Portugal. (Photo credit: doble-d)
Today, the word “resilience” is very popular, yet many do not fully understand what it truly means or involves. Resilience has emerged as a buzzword across various contexts, reflecting its growing importance in both personal and professional realms.
The European Social Innovation Prize is organised by the European Commission, with the support of the European Innovation Council. Each year, the competition tackles a different social issue, with this year's challenge focussing on Digital Democracy. The competition will directly support the three solutions that best meet the challenge, with prizes of €75,000, €50,000 and €25,000 for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.
As a consultancy company focused on generating positive impact, Stone Soup Consulting does not operate in a void. Context is key. It gives us the key on to how to speak, which gestures to use, how to address people, which tools to apply, and how to contribute to generating that impact. Doing it with or without freedom is something completely different. And how privileged and empowered we are when we have that freedom.
She knew she wanted to work with dogs, she just didn't know how. So she went from Engineering to Social Entrepreneurship, to the Dog School that wants to change the lives of Dogs and People.
In the pursuit of impactful leadership, the Nova SBE Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center is on a mission to scale proven successes and catalyze positive change worldwide.
The #BeActive Awards competition is designed to support projects and individuals who have successfully promoted sport and physical activity across Europe. Each of the 4 categories will award one winner with €10,000 and 2 finalists (2nd and 3rd place) with €2,500 each. Applications until 24-05-2024.
In the second IRIS podcast, Carlos Azevedo, Professor at Católica Lisbon and President of IES - Social Business School, shares his career in the social field and his perspective on the area today.
This award is intended to recognise the work carried out by individuals, institutions, NGOs and other entities that promote the education of young girls and women. The award winners must make a contribution towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals 4 (Quality Education) and 5 (Gender Equality). Applications until 24-05-2024.
While recognising that the increase in life expectancy has not been accompanied by an improvement in well-being, the Active and Healthy Ageing Action Plan is based on a vision of ageing that will not change the existing paradigm.