Ipse relies on a network of more than 1,000 regular contacts throughout 30 countries. More than 500 correspondents and social stakeholders participate in the institute’s life. Among them are management organizations, social partners, individual men and women acting within European institutions, NGOs, and think tanks.

With 36 Ipse Meetings organized in member states holding the EU Presidency and study visits in third countries associated with the European Union, Ipse has a significant European experience. Studies and research actions for the European institutions, social organizations and enterprises were also conducted.

Furthermore, Ipse participates in its field of competence in consultations of the European Commission (“Green Book”) and is a permanent guest at the Section for Employment, Social Affairs and Citizenship of the European Economic and Social Committee.