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The main objective...

... of the MESSE project is reinforcing and improving the effectiveness of regional policies in supporting and promoting socially responsible economic development, through identification, analysis, benchmarking and dissemination of best practices in legal, tax and operational instruments adopted by public authorities for enhancing the Social Economy. Within the newly proposed Europe 2020, the European Parliament has identified a need to promote the development of this sector, via the strengthening of the cooperation between public institutions, social enterprises and for profit companies.

 

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A - DESCRIPTION OF THE GOOD PRACTICE

A1 - Title in original language
SoCo Music Project

A2 - Title in English
SoCo Music Project

A3 - Location of GP (national)
UK

SoCoMusicProjectlogoA4 - Location of GP (regional)
Hampshire

A5 - Economic field of activity
R Arts, entertainment and recreation

A6 - Ultimate purpose of GP
To improve social cohesion/inclusion
To provide amenities for local people
To provide educational opportunities

A7 - Spatial scale
Regional (small scale)

A8a - Start date
March 2009 (incorporated as company limited by guarantee)

A8b - Anticipated end date (if applicable)
Ongoing

A9 - Short description of the GP
A regional arts organisation, providing creative opportuinites for people of all ages.

A10 - Key words relating to the GP
Innovation
Social inclusion
Communication
Network creation
Training / mentoring

A11 - Objectives of the GP
To promote creativity and culture through music; enhancing the cultural offer in the region; encourage partnership working; improve confidence and communication through creative activity and practice.

A12 - Activities that have taken place
Creative music and arts workshops; networking and continued professional development for practitioners; music and cultural events; strategic development of arts and cultural offer within the region.

A13 - Achievements of the GP
Development of creative programmes for vulnerable adults; visible offer for young people; delivery of festivals and events; development of organisation from local to regional.