Networks of solidarity economy: descriptions of experiences in Brazil/Redes de economia solidaria: descricoes de experiencias no Brasil

This article aimed to describe characteristics of some Solidarity Economy networks in Brazil. Aspects relating to the motivation for its constitution are presented; members that compose them; marketed products; forms of marketing and production. The research consists of a bibliographic review, with a qualitative approach. The collection of articles was carried out during the months of January 2021 and March 2021 on the platform https://scholar.google.com.br. The research results show that the Networks analyzed are created from the mobilization of social groups, non-governmental organizations and in some cases, consumers with subsidized activities in family farming and agroecology. The products are mostly sold locally, through fairs, however, there is also a mobilization of sales for international trade, as well as the institutional market through the National Food Program (PNAE). Given the elements presented, it is concluded that the Networks act strongly in the consolidation of the Solidarity Economy, subsidizing the production and marketing of products.