Cieszyn Federation of NGOs and Social Economy Entities (CFOP) has strong and well-established role as a regional umbrella organization integrating non-profit entities and social enterprises in the Cieszyn Silesia region.
CFOP has a unique position in the cross-border ecosystem, connecting civil society, social economy actors, and local businesses, which makes it highly relevant for this project on entrepreneurship, innovation, and capacity building.
CFOP has expertise in developing and supporting social entrepreneurship and community-based economic initiatives. It operates as a strategic hub that brings together organizations working across different sectors, including social services, inclusion, digital skills, and social innovation.
CFOP facilitate knowledge transfer and practical cooperation between diverse stakeholders, which is essential for developing entrepreneurial competences in both formal and non-formal settings.
CFOP has experience in cross-sector collaboration and regional development. By linking NGOs with social enterprises and business actors, CFOP actively contributes to building sustainable local ecosystems that support entrepreneurship with social impact. Its network structure allows it to mobilise relevant stakeholders, pilot innovative approaches, and scale good practices across the region.
CFOP’s cross-border positioning in the Polish-Czech support international cooperation, exchange of entrepreneurial practices, and development of joint initiatives within the Euroregion framework. This makes it an ideal partner for strengthening entrepreneurship education, fostering social innovation, and ensuring long-term impact beyond the project duration.