ORCHIS has joined Groupe SOS to enhance its employment reintegration efforts and drive sustainable community development in Indre-et-Loire.

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ORCHIS is a non-profit organization that has been actively involved in employment reintegration for individuals temporarily distanced from the labor market for the past 20 years. The association now joins Groupe SOS, the leading social enterprise in Europe, with the aim of enhancing its developmental capacity while maintaining its core activities. This collaboration emphasizes a shared commitment to preserving ORCHIS's mission in the Indre-et-Loire region.

The organization focuses on providing insertion solutions to those alienated from the workforce, aimed at facilitating their gradual return to sustainable employment or access to vocational training. ORCHIS primarily partners with local authorities, businesses, and other associations, employing over 50 individuals across three main operational areas: restoration of historical buildings, maintenance of green spaces and natural environments, and public archive classification.

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In France, the social economy sector plays a crucial role in addressing social issues and providing solutions for vulnerable populations. Organizations like ORCHIS are integral in bridging the gap between employment opportunities an