Ministry Continues Promotion of Social Economy Through the YOUSEED Project – Social Entrepreneurship Fair Held in Nikšić

After the event held in Cetinje, activities within the YOUSEED project – Youth Explore Rural Development Through the Lens of Social Economy – continued in Nikšić, where the Social Entrepreneurship Fair 2026 was held, dedicated to promoting social economy, networking stakeholders, and exchanging good practices. On behalf of the Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Dialogue, Snežana Ivanović, head of the Directorate for Social Economy, Volunteering, and Civil Sector Cooperation, participated in the event and was one of the panelists in the discussion "Social Economy – Ideas That Change the Community." Speaking about the importance of the first Law on Social Economy, Ivanović emphasized that its adoption will enable the establishment of a clear legal and institutional framework for the development of social economy in Montenegro. Through the first Law on Social Economy, conditions are being created for socially responsible business to be recognized, supported, and sustainable, with a special focus on employment of vulnerable groups, development of local communities, and social innovations," Ivanović said. The fair brought together representatives of government institutions, local governments, civil society organizations, social enterprises, and international partners, who exchanged experiences and presented initiatives contributing to sustainable development and improving the quality of life in local communities. The Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Dialogue will continue to actively support the development of social economy through strategic and legislative solutions, as well as cooperation with local and international partners, aiming to create a more inclusive and sustainable society.