National Observatory of Social and Solidarity Economy Projects, Pronaces, Research Networks and 2030 Agenda

Abstract

The National Observatory of Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) Projects is a strategic instrument designed to articulate applied research, public policy, and sustainable territorial development in Mexico. Its structure integrates the principles of the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE), the National Strategic Programs (PRONACES), and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, through the Systemic Quintuple Helix (QHS) methodology, widely documented in recent studies (Martínez Gutiérrez, 2025; Martínez‑Gutierrez et al., 2024). This methodology brings together government, academia, enterprises, associations, and consultants to strengthen social innovation ecosystems and generate evidence for decision‑making. This article describes the conceptual, methodological, and operational structure of the Observatory, as well as the results derived from its implementation across the Northern, Central, and Southern regions of the country through the Social and Solidarity Economy Research Network (RIESS), recognized for its national reach (Martínez Gutiérrez et al., 2025). Experiences related to the consolidation of SSE Development Nodes (NODESS), the preparation of Voluntary Local Reviews (VLRs), capacity‑building programs, and the systematization of community projects are analyzed. Findings show significant progress in multilevel governance, community participation, institutional strengthening, and the generation of systemic indicators, aligned with international literature on SDG traceability (Martínez Gutiérrez & Jiménez Bernardino, 2026). The article concludes that the Observatory is a replicable and scalable model for strengthening territorial capacities, with the potential to consolidate a national ecosystem of 100 VLRs and contribute to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda.

Keywords: Social And Solidarity Economy, QHS Mhetodology, PRONACES, 2030 Agenda, National Observatory.

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1007947