Co-op College invites entries for Love to Learn competition

The winner of the top prize will receive a £100 Waterstone’s voucher

Southern Co-op takes steps to reduce carbon footprint

The initiative is part of a pilot scheme and more stores could follow in 2020

Credit union project aims to extend digital financial inclusion in Asia

An open source platform will be initially rolled out in Indonesia and in Philippines

Morocco conference explores co-ops’ contribution to the SDGs

The event aimed to define a common vision and strategy for the development of co-operatives in…

Bristol Wood Recycling Project reaches fundraising target

The bond offer was launched on 28 January via Triodos Bank’s crowdfunding platform

The future of retail: New initiatives from co-ops in Italy and Switzerland

We take a look at Coop Italia’s new app, ShoppY, and Livique, the rebranded furniture store…

Date confirmed for ICA Global Conference in Rwanda

ICA president Ariel Guarco confirmed the date, 14-17 October, in a letter to members

Puerto Rican credit unions receive federal government funding

The scheme enables traditional banks to invest in community development credit unions

Bright Ideas Fund to help 150 community business start-ups

The funding is allocated through the £3.2m Community Business Bright Ideas Fund

Colombian co-ops give funds to university to develop virtual learning programme

Co-ops are required by law to give 20% of profits to projects developed by local universities

MPs call for reform of Credit Unions Act and capital requirements

Tory MP Bim Afolami made the plea in a recent debate on ways to develop the…

Southern Co-op receives national award for induction programme

Southern Co-op won the top prize in the Onboarding Programme of the Year category