Building Inclusive Community Economies

This chapter explores the activist-minded network that prioritizes practitioner experiences to create an open academic environment while emphasizing ethical negotiation and collaboration. It discusses the intersection of various theoretical frameworks like Marxism and ecological thinking, focusing on inclusivity and the impacts of colonialism within community economies. Additionally, the chapter highlights the significance of the Handbook of Diverse Economies and the aspirations of the Community Economies Research Network in addressing contemporary challenges such as COVID-19 and the need for organizational structure and funding.