Social and Solidarity Economy in Cuba

Social and Solidarity Economy in Cuba: Foundations and Practices for Socialist Development is a broad and rich collection of essays which argues, both theoretically and with concrete examples, that contrary to being 'anti-socialist, ' many of the participatory mechanisms and procedures of the social and solidarity economy are exactly what Cuba needs to use more extensively today to achieve its 63-year declared goal of building a socialism as it was understood in the 18th century--not only for all of society, but also by all of society. This book demonstrates a solid theoretical and practical understanding of socialism based on solidarity and cooperation between actors at multiple social levels. Making a strong argument for the creation of sustainable, participative socioeconomic organizations, this valuable collection is sure to stimulate good practice and generate productive debate within and far beyond Cuba. This book is an important contribution to the global project to humanize the economy. The Cuban socialist context gives a new opportunity to market socialist ideals established through economic democracy. Importantly, it also enriches conversations contributing to the radical imagination required for transformation into a sustainable society. This exciting collection of articles examines aspects of Cuban development through the lens of a social and solidarity economy, demonstrating its transversality and potential for transformation toward a more egalitarian, sustainable, and environmentally conscious society. Social and Solidarity Economy in Cuba is an obligatory reference point for Cubans and non-Cubans alike to reflect on the past, present, and future of Cuba in a geo-global perspective.