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Show filtersSME co-operatives use inter-co-operation tools to remain strong and transform society
With small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) making up an overwhelming part of the co-operative movement, a session…
Co-ops urged to play their part in meeting Sustainable Development Goals
Experts from UN bodies and sectoral organisations met at the International Summit of Cooperatives to explore…
How can co-op banks deal with the tough regulations that followed the global crash?
Representatives from the world’s co-operative banks held a session at the International Summit of Cooperatives to analyse the impact…
Community laundry co-operative helps vulnerable communities in Ottawa
A laundry co-operative is helping vulnerable communities in Canada access services at affordable prices. Founded in…
Can co-operatives empower women?
Gender equality is a key factor in socioeconomic and geopolitical growth, delegates at the International Summit of Cooperatives…
Editorial: Rediscovering the common purpose of co-ops
Is our lack of co-operation stymieing the growth of our movement? Do we need to rediscover…
Jeremy Rifkin: Co-ops will be the idea venue to scale the digital revolution
Economist Jeremy Rifkin presented a stark picture of life over the next eight decades, but he…
Co-ops can help us through crisis of capitalism, says Robert Reich
Economist Robert Reich thinks that many Western countries are witnessing a crisis of capitalism, which can…
Co-ops commit to Sustainable Development Goals
Co-operators around the world have made a commitment to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…
What is the role of co-ops in building a frugal society?
Co-ops help people live better with less, according to innovation adviser, Navi Radjou, who joined delegates…
How much control of your co-op would you give up for capital?
One of the biggest challenges for co-operatives and mutuals is gaining access to capital for growth,…
