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Colombia
Colombia
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AgricultureFairtrade and retail: How farmers benefit from your purchases
As producers struggle with input cost inflation and climate change, Fairtrade is more vital than ever
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EnvironmentA co-op solution to securing better livelihoods for waste pickers
Of the 20 million waste pickers around the world, only four million are in formal employment: Colombia's Cooperative Planeta Verde offers a solution
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PoliticsColombian government takes steps to include co-ops in public procurement
National sector apex Confecoop welcomed a decree which says public contracts should be tailored to participation from co-ops and other SMEs
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Banking and InsuranceColombia’s financial co-ops to receive expert support with digitisation
The digital acceleration programme will run for 13 weeks
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EconomyLiving our co-operative identity to make a sustainable future for all
'Co-operatives focus on long-term sustainability rather than profit for shareholders and wealth creation alone'
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HealthHealth co-ops continue to battle against Covid-19
'Our co-op identity commits us to a humanised healthcare approach ... that places people at the centre'
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Credit UnionsWoccu helps Venezuelan refugees in Colombia access financial services
Woccu says the pilot has led to greater financial inclusion and education, as well as social cohesion among Venezuelans and Colombians
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AgricultureCo-ops mentioned as key actors in Colombia’s national development plan
The law adds that public institutions need to support the sector so it can grow further
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DevelopmentThe International Co-operative Alliance is looking for youth ambassadors
The scheme is open to people aged 18-35 in one of eight participating countries
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Banking and InsuranceWoccu project provides financial services to rural Colombian communities
The project has passed its original goal of delivering financial services to 210,000 rural, low-income Colombians
