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Number of credit unions drops by 10% as consolidation trend continues

As of 31 December, 2024, there were 67,137 credit unions worldwide, down from 74,634 the previous…

IYC closing ceremony will be held at Doha summit

The ICA will hold the ceremony as a side event to the Second World Summit for…

ILO develops new tools to boost co-op statistics around the world

The documents follow pilot studies in Costa Rica, Italy, the Republic of Korea, Türkiye, and Tanzania

Co-ops talk culture at Unesco’s Mondiacult conference

The discussion follows recognition of organising as a co-op as an intangible cultural heritage

Fairtrade Foundation CEO Eleanor Harrison on hope, fairness and co-ops

'There’s never been a more important time to be purchasing on fair trading terms and fair…

Co-ops set sights on Doha to call for more sector support

Sector leaders will use the World Summit for Social Development to highlight the work co-ops do…

Co-ops mentioned in draft World Social Summit declaration ahead of Doha

The statement recognises the role co-ops can play in driving progress on sustainable development

Stronger support for co-ops is needed, says UN secretary general

The Cooperatives in Social Development report calls for urgent action to help the sector put the…

Montreal welcomes global co-op research event for IYC2025

Stéphanie McDuff , an editor and head of digital production for Le Cooperateur, writes from the…

What to expect from the Global Innovation Coop Summit?

In its third in-person edition, GICS will explore how co-ops can provide solutions to some of…

Julie LaPalme steps down from helm of Cooperative Housing International

Andreea Nacu from Housing Europe will now lead the day-to-day running of the apex's secretariat

Woccu confirms Paul Treinen as permanent president and CEO

The World Council of Credit Unions (Woccu) has named Paul Treinen as permanent president and CEO.…