The message of the commons goes beyond the domain of knowledge and the internet. The commons as an approach can be a unifying political vision bridging many struggles and movements. It can be political and empowering in many domains: from water and energy to science commons, medicines and the right to health, food and democracy.
As an emerging paradigm embracing co-creation, stewardship, and social and ecological sustainability, the commons approach holds the potential for a unified vision towards an alternative economy, which is ecological and from the bottom up. The idea jointly stewarding shared resources, community and a generative economy, can find resonance with a diverse range of citizens. It is not a movement that is solely reactionary, on the contrary, it is able to set the agenda showcasing developments on the ground. Recent experiences with the European Commons Assembly are a testimony to the power of the commons narrative.
