World Social Forum Cotonou 2026 — August 04 to 08
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🌍 FORUM SOCIAL MONDIAL 2026

Thematics

The 15 thematic axes of the World Social Forum 2026

📋 15 axes 🌐 5 languages
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1. Decolonization & Sovereignty

Rethinking postcolonial political models, fighting illegitimate debt and supporting people's sovereignty.

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2. Social Justice, Human Rights & Gender Equality

Human rights, gender equality, fight against discrimination and women's empowerment.

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3. Ecological Crises, Climate Justice & Just Transition

Defense of the commons, climate justice, agroecology and food sovereignty.

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4. Solidarity Economy & Economic Alternatives

Alternative economic models, fair trade, ending tax havens and fair taxation.

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5. Education & Access to Knowledge

Education for all, access to information and technologies, quality inclusive education.

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6. Health, Well-being & Social Protection

Public health, equitable access to care, fighting pandemics and promoting pharmacopoeia.

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7. Peace, Disarmament & Self-determination

Promotion of peace, refugee rights and alternatives to militarism.

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8. Democracy & Governance

Participatory democracy, transparency, fight against corruption and decentralization.

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9. Culture, Spirituality & Diversity

Promoting African cultures, dialogue between traditions and social movements.

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10. Technology, Innovation & Communication

New technologies, artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty and free media.

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11. Citizen Mobilization & Social Movements

Solidarity between struggles, Pan-Africanism and civic engagement.

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12. Migration, Transborder Governance & Universal Citizenship

Freedom of settlement, climate refugees, rights of African diasporas.

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13. Workers & Citizens vs Capitalist Globalization

Union struggles, decent work, fighting transnational corporations and tax havens.

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14. Future of the Forum

Collective reflection on social movements and future perspectives of the WSF.

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15. Cross-cutting Themes

Youth, gender & intersectionality, diasporas, rural and indigenous territories.

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