... this previous research by practically applying the said theory to the development of stakeholder and institutional networks across Europe. Design/methodology/approach Data from in-depth semi-structured interviews and focus groups were analysed using Constant Comparison Method. Data were generated from...

...Bob Doherty; Benjamin Huybrechts; Eleanor Fisher; Sergi Corbalán Purpose – The article aims to examine principles of fair trade in public procurement in Europe, focusing on legal dimensions related to the European Public Procurement Directives. Design/methodology/approach – The article situates...

...Jacques Defourny; Marthe Nyssens Purpose Twelve years ago, the concept of social enterprise was rarely discussed in Europe, however it is now making significant breakthroughs in European Union (EU) countries. Within this context, the purpose of this paper is to synthesize major evolutions...

... Organizational structures Fair trade Social policy Governance Europe The fair trade (FT) “movement” or “sector” is evolving rapidly, both in terms of sales and of public awareness. FT has become increasingly institutionalized and has appeared as one of the major initiatives using (and adapting) market...