Measuring the Scale and Impact of Social and Solidarity Economy

Based on a systematic review of the literature, this brief considers the relative advantages and limitations of different existing methodologies to measure the scale and impact of SSE at the macro, meso and micro levels.

UNRISD Issue Briefs aim to improve the quality of dialogue around social development issues. They interrogate a particular topic, drawing on UNRISD research, and contribute to wider social development debates. As with other UNRISD briefs, they provide this information in a concise format that should be of use to policy makers, scholars, activists, journalists and others.