This series brings together five real experiences featuring women from the agri-food sector in the Galicia–North of Portugal cross-border region who, through their testimonies, show the value of the social economy as a driver of development, innovation, and sustainability in rural areas.

Each story reflects a good practice in social economy, highlighting the fundamental role of women as agents of innovation, entrepreneurship, and transformation in their communities. From different areas of the agri-food sector, the protagonists share their career paths, the challenges faced, and the impact of their work on the environment. Click on the images to watch each video:

Mulleres Emprendedoras do Rural Sacrapastas
Esencia Viva Unspicanoutrosnon
Granxa Seoane Embutidos Suarna

The videos were produced within the framework of the 0297_AGROSOCIAL_6_E project, co-funded by the Interreg VI-A Spain–Portugal Program (POCTEP) 2021–2027. Its objective is to raise awareness among citizens and local stakeholders about the value of the social economy as a tool to strengthen the productive fabric, promote equal opportunities, and contribute to the future of rural areas.

We invite you to discover these stories of commitment, effort, and innovation that demonstrate how the social economy can become a driver of development for rural territories.

Last modified: Friday, 17 July 2026, 10:42 AM