Category:Co-Production

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Co-production empowers citizens by collaborating in the development, design and delivery of a specific public policy, together with public authorities. Co-production generates more resilient and sustainable societies, as participation enables citizens to include their concerns and and social inclusion as it increases their sense of belonging, improves social cohesion and builds social capital.

Policy co-production refers to a collaborative process in which different actors, including citizens, community groups, civil society organizations, and government agencies, work together to design, implement, and evaluate public policies. The goal of policy co-production is to increase the participation of stakeholders in the policy-making process and to ensure that policies reflect the needs and perspectives of those they are meant to serve.

In the context of social policy, the involvement of Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) actors in policy co-production has the potential to greatly improve the impact and effectiveness of social policies. SSE enterprises and organizations are often rooted in local communities and have direct experience of the social challenges faced by communities. By involving SSE actors in the policy-making process, policy-makers can gain a deeper understanding of these challenges and design policies that are better suited to meet the needs of communities.

Additionally, the principles of cooperation, mutual support, and social responsibility that are inherent to SSE can contribute to the development of more equitable and sustainable social policies. SSE actors are often motivated by a desire to address social and environmental challenges, and their participation in policy co-production can help to ensure that social policies reflect these values.

In the Mediterranean region, policy co-production has the potential to play a significant role in addressing the challenges of social protection, human rights, and the advancement of democracy. The region is characterized by high levels of poverty and inequality, and many communities lack access to basic social protections such as healthcare, education, and adequate housing. By involving SSE actors in policy co-production, policy-makers can gain a better understanding of the needs and perspectives of these communities and design policies that better meet their needs.

In addition, the Mediterranean region is facing a range of human rights challenges, including the infringement of civil and political rights, discrimination against marginalized groups, and limited access to justice. Policy co-production has the potential to empower marginalized communities and to ensure that their voices are heard in the policy-making process, which can contribute to the advancement of human rights in the region.

Finally, the Mediterranean region is also characterized by limited political freedoms and the absence of democratic governance in some countries. Policy co-production has the potential to increase the participation of citizens in the policy-making process and to promote transparency and accountability in government. This can help to advance the cause of democracy and to increase the legitimacy of government actions in the eyes of citizens.


You can learn more about what co-production is and what are its challenges and opportunities in the following document:

File:Co-production model, challenges and opportunities.pdf


Theories and principles underlying policy coproduction

The theories and principles underlying policy co-production in the field of social policy are rooted in the idea that policy-making should be a collaborative process that involves multiple actors and perspectives. The following are some of the key theories and principles that inform the practice of policy co-production:

  • Participatory democracy: Policy co-production is based on the principle of participatory democracy, which asserts that citizens should have a voice in the policy-making process and that their perspectives and needs should inform policy decisions.
  • Collaboration: Policy co-production emphasizes the importance of collaboration and co-creation among policy-makers, civil society organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders. This helps to ensure that diverse perspectives and needs are taken into account in the policy-making process.
  • Empowerment: Policy co-production seeks to empower marginalized communities and other actors who are traditionally excluded from the policy-making process. This helps to ensure that policies reflect the needs and perspectives of these communities, and that they are able to participate fully in the policy-making process.
  • Evidence-based decision-making: Policy co-production emphasizes the importance of using evidence-based decision-making to inform policy decisions. This helps to ensure that policies are based on the best available information and evidence, and that they are effective and sustainable in achieving their intended outcomes.
  • Systemic approach: Policy co-production recognizes the interconnected nature of social, economic, and environmental challenges, and seeks to address these challenges through a systemic approach. This helps to ensure that policies are comprehensive and that they address the root causes of social, economic, and environmental problems.

In conclusion, policy co-production in the field of social policy is informed by the principles of participatory democracy, collaboration, empowerment, evidence-based decision-making, and a systemic approach. These principles help to ensure that policy-making is a collaborative and inclusive process that reflects the needs and perspectives of diverse actors, and that it is based on the best available information and evidence

Benefits of policy coproduction

The promotion of social policy co-production with SSE and social innovation in the Mediterranean region could bring a number of benefits, including:

  • Inclusivity: Social policy co-production involving SSE actors and social innovation can increase the inclusivity of the policy-making process by ensuring that the perspectives and needs of marginalized communities and other actors are taken into account.
  • Evidence-based decision-making: By involving SSE actors and promoting social innovation in the policy-making process, policymakers can access the latest evidence and innovations related to social, economic, and environmental challenges in the Mediterranean region.
  • Collaboration: By fostering collaboration and co-creation among policy-makers, SSE actors, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders, social policy co-production can help to break down traditional silos and promote cross-sectoral collaboration.
  • Empowerment: By empowering marginalized communities and other actors, social policy co-production can help to ensure that policies reflect the needs and perspectives of these communities, and that they are able to participate fully in the policy-making process.
  • Sustainability: By incorporating the principles of social and solidarity economy and social innovation, social policy co-production can help to ensure that policies are more equitable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly, and that they are better equipped to tackle social injustice and mitigate the impact of climate change.
  • Scalability: By promoting best practices in social policy co-production and social innovation, the Mediterranean region could serve as a model for other regions to follow, contributing to the scaling of these approaches globally.

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