
ICA Blueprint for a Cooperative Decade
The ICA Blueprint for a Cooperative Decade is a strategic framework developed by the International Co-operative Alliance to promote the growth and impact of cooperatives worldwide. It emphasizes principles like member ownership, democratic governance, and social responsibility. The blueprint aims to enhance the visibility of cooperatives, foster collaboration among them, and encourage their development as a sustainable business model that prioritizes people over profit. It outlines goals and strategies for the next decade, focusing on empowerment, innovation, and sustainability to ensure cooperatives can effectively address current and future societal challenges.