The complementary currency is an example of an economic experiment and a new kind of economic tool that supports the local economy and influences the creation of sustainable local development. However, this impact is not direct, as it is realised, for example, through a network of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises operating in the local economy, which, among other things, create jobs that are important for the economic well-being of the region and the life of the local community.
The primary goal of this special issue is to analyse the impact of complementary currencies on the economies of different countries. We invite contributions that explore complementary currencies, with particular interest on examples of these currencies and their importance for the economic, financial, social, environmental, technological etc. development of economies around the world.
Potential topics include, but are not limited to:
(1) The differences between domestic money and complementary money the functioning mechanism of complementary currencies
(2) The position of complementary currencies in a country's financial system
(3) The real impact of complementary currencies on various aspects of economic and social life
(4) Characteristics of selected contemporary complementary currencies in the world that are of significant economic and social importance to the economy
(5) Impact of complementary currencies on ecological, technological, environmental etc. Aspects of life
(6) Positive and negative aspects arising from the use of complementary currencies
(7) Opportunities and threats to the functioning of complementary currencies
(8) Model of an ideal complementary currency
(9) The future of complementary currencies
Types of articles welcomed: Original research articles, review articles, case studies, etc.
Through this special issue, we aim to structure knowledge on complementary currencies, including identifying examples of contemporary complementary currencies that are successfully operating worldwide. We welcome researchers from various disciplines to provide interdisciplinary perspectives on complementary currencies in complementary currencies and their impact on different aspects of economic functioning. Your contributions will play a crucial role in advancing knowledge in this field.
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