International Cooperative Day

International Cooperative Day, celebrated annually on the first Saturday of July, highlights the vital role of cooperatives—organizations owned and operated by their members—around the world. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration, sustainable development, and community empowerment. The day aims to raise awareness of how cooperatives contribute to economic stability, social inclusion, and local development by fostering democratic participation and shared benefits. It also encourages individuals and communities to support cooperative models as a means to achieve a more equitable and resilient society.