Euclid Network

Euclid Network is a leading European umbrella organisation that brings together a diverse alliance of entities supporting social enterprises and social entrepreneurs across Europe and beyond. Founded in 2007, the network connects federations, national associations, research centres, universities, investors, training institutes, and support organisations with the goal of empowering social innovators to drive positive change and foster a more inclusive, sustainable, and innovative economy. With over 100,000 represented organisations, Euclid Network operates in more than 30 countries and is active in over 70, encompassing a wide spectrum of the European and neighbouring regions. Its members are frontrunners in building and strengthening the social enterprise ecosystem, working collectively to address systemic barriers, promote access to finance and markets, and enable skill development across the sector. Euclid Network focuses on six core areas: ecosystem development, partnership-building through joint projects and peer exchanges, research and thought leadership, building capacity and trust on impact-driven topics, policy advocacy at the European and global levels, and raising the profile of social enterprise through communications and campaigns. It is recognised as a strategic partner of the European Commission and participates as an observer in global forums such as the United Nations Task Force on Social and Solidarity Economy. The network operates as a non-profit entity registered in both the UK and the Netherlands, governed by its members and a board of directors. Through its robust governance, programme delivery, and international collaborations, Euclid Network plays a significant role in shaping the future of social entrepreneurship across Europe.