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Movimientos Cooperativos

Movimientos Cooperativos are organized efforts by groups of people who come together to meet common economic, social, or cultural needs through shared ownership and democratic decision-making. Instead of seeking profit individually, members pool their resources to create businesses or services—like credit unions, cooperative stores, or agriculture groups—that benefit everyone equally. These movements promote principles of self-help, solidarity, and equality, empowering communities to control their own economic destinies while fostering cooperation and mutual support. They are essential for promoting sustainable development and social justice by emphasizing collective well-being over individual profit.