European Cooperative Society (SCE)

A European Cooperative Society (SCE) is a legal form designed to facilitate cooperative businesses across multiple European countries. It allows cooperatives—organizations owned and operated by members for mutual benefit—to operate seamlessly across borders, combining local members’ efforts with shared goals. The SCE provides a standardized legal framework, making it easier to establish, manage, and expand cooperative activities within the European Union, fostering economic integration and collaboration among small and medium-sized businesses while preserving the cooperative principles of mutual aid and democratic control.