We define social cohesion as the capacity of society to ensure well being for alland avoid exclusion and disparities, by the joint responsibility of its actors.
The responsible territory for social cohesion and sustainable development is where a process of dialogue is set up to build this joint responsibility.
The development of responsible territories implies several stages of action:
- the definition of "well being for all";
- identification of existing responsible economy initiatives expressing synergies with public authorities and other NGOs;
- Increasing citizens' possibility for solidarity with those more vulnerable;
-Identification of potential responsible economy activities to encourage the spreading of successful projects and improve weaker initiatives;
- the permanent follow-up, evaluation and promotion of the concept.
