Our group discussed the need for a shared cooperative marketplace — a common digital space where cooperatives can showcase their products, services, and potential exchanges, not limited to monetary transactions but possibly including other value forms such as tokens or mutual credits.
Several participants noted that regional or national marketplaces already exist (for example, in Brazil), but the main challenge is connecting them into a unified, global network that can operate across languages, sectors, and countries.
At the same time, the group highlighted the importance of preserving each cooperative’s unique identity and values within this shared space. The goal is to strengthen collaboration without losing diversity — a marketplace that connects without homogenising.