Social economy: Mapping and Interpreting Alternative Economic Experiences in Ecuador
Synopsis
This analysis examines the solidarity economy in Ecuador as a viable alternative to the capitalist system. The research focuses on the ability of various collective initiatives to generate surpluses that go beyond mere subsistence and ensure broader social reproduction. It highlights the role of self-employment and associationalism in contexts of job insecurity, arguing that community-based resource management can foster more equitable and autonomous economic structures.
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Pages
303-329
Published
April 13, 2026
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How to Cite
Tituaña, Sandra, Ana Tulia Ospina, Martha Cabezas, and David Mármol. 2026. “Social Economy: Mapping and Interpreting Alternative Economic Experiences in Ecuador”. In Whispers from Below: Community-Based Tourism and (other) Ecuadorian Initiatives for Alternative Economies: A Closer Look, edited by Rickard Lalander and Pablo Ospina Peralta, 303-29. Publications Office. https://doi.org/10.32719/9789942566522.10.
