Analysis of the level of knowledge about local currencies in Poland and Slovakia as a tool of social economy and sustainable local development – research results

The topic of local currencies as tools and solutions falls within the realm of social economy and sustainable development in the local economy. The aim of this article was to assess the level of knowledge about social economy and sustainable development in the context of the growing role of complementary currencies in the local economy as a tool supporting its development. The main methods used in the article were a critical literature review, comparative analysis, and statistical methods. The research results showed that the level of knowledge about issues related to the principles of social economy and sustainable development is sufficient and promising, but linking the topic of local currencies to the principles of social economy and sustainable development poses significant challenges. The research led to the formulation of a main conclusion: local currencies in Poland and Slovakia require greater theoretical and praxeological attention, which could significantly translate into increased popularity and wider application in economic practice.