How can new monetary infrastructures strengthen territorial resilience and foster public innovation? This is the central question at the Monetary Diversity Gathering II (MDG II), taking place in Brussels from 23–25 October 2026.
This three-day professional gathering will bring together municipal and regional representatives, institutional actors, digital infrastructure providers, researchers, and monetary innovators from across Europe to exchange ideas, share practical experiences, and explore innovative approaches to strengthening local and regional economies.
Thousands of complementary currency initiatives already exist worldwide. They help keep value circulating locally, promote regional economic resilience, and create new opportunities for municipalities, public institutions, and communities. Yet many of these proven approaches remain largely unknown to policymakers and decision-makers. MDG II provides a unique platform where practitioners, researchers, public authorities, and innovators can connect to accelerate the development and implementation of monetary diversity across Europe.
The event is designed for professionals working in public finance, monetary policy, territorial development, complementary currencies, financial technology, academia, and public administration.
The programme will include:
- European keynote sessions
- Interactive workshops and implementation-focused discussions
- High-level institutional roundtables
- Structured networking opportunities
Key topics include:
- Municipal and public currencies
- Complementary and local currencies
- Bioregional finance
- Policy and regulatory frameworks for monetary diversity
Hosted in the heart of Europe’s political landscape, Brussels provides the ideal setting to strengthen dialogue between innovative monetary initiatives and European institutions. The gathering aims to help move monetary diversity from successful local experimentation towards broader institutional recognition and practical implementation.
For the full programme, speaker updates, and registration, please visit the official event website:
https://www.monetarydiversity.org/modi-ii
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