News list
- D-WISE Network Second Bi-Annual Member’s Meeting 202217 Feb 2023
On Wednesday 14 December 2022, the D-WISE network met online for its second bi-annual meeting for 2022. The purpose of the meeting was to update members on the Network’s workplan for 2023, exchange on the national state of play of legislation affecting WISEs in Europe, and to update members on European initiatives that they can contribute to. The network also welcomed ADV Romania in its membership.
- The D-WISE Network meets in Brussels and hosts a High-Level discussion21 Oct 2022
On Tuesday, 27 of September 2022, the D-WISE Network met in Brussels for its bi-annual members’ meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to welcome new Members in the D-WISE network, present the new Social Impact Report, as well as exchange with high-level guests on the latest Disability Employment Package.
- The D-WISE Network presents its Social Impact Report07 Oct 2022
The D-WISE Network is proud to present its 2022 Social Impact Report.
- The D-WISE Network travels across Europe to visit a number of Work Inclusion Social Enterprises14 Jul 2022
Earlier this year, following virtual introductions, a D-WISE network delegation visited different Work Inclusion Social Enterprises (WISEs) based in countries beyond those represented within its membership, namely Bulgaria, Croatia, Finland and Romania. These visits aimed at further introducing the network to them, while better understanding their employment models.
- The European Commission shows its support to the social economy and the WISE models17 Dec 2021
The Commission’s Communication Building an economy that works for people: an action plan for the social economy, presented by Commissioner Schmitt on 9 December 2021, lays solid foundations to develop policies and regulations in support of the social economy sector across the EU.
- Recording of the Joint D-WISE Network and EPR webinar on Work Inclusion Social Enterprises03 Nov 2021
On 22 October 2021, the D-WISE network and EPR organised an interactive webinar regarding labour and social inclusion of people with disabilities in the field of Work Inclusion Social Enterprises.
In Europe
- D-WISE Recommendations for the review of the General Block Exemption Regulation08 Oct 2025
The D-WISE Network welcomes the European Commission’s review of the General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER), recognising it as a cornerstone for enabling inclusive employment across the EU. As a key instrument for supporting the employment of persons with disabilities, the GBER has provided legal certainty and financial tools that empower employers to invest in accessibility, reasonable accommodation, and long-term support.
- A major milestone for the recognition of D-WISEs as alternative employment models for persons with disabilities09 May 2025
On 16 April 2025, the European Commission published its long-awaited Study on Alternative Employment Models for Persons with Disabilities.
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