World Cooperative Movement

The World Cooperative Movement is a global network of cooperatives—businesses owned and operated by their members, such as consumers, workers, or producers. It aims to promote economic participation, social equity, and sustainable development by encouraging cooperation rather than competition. The movement advocates for democratic decision-making, fair distribution of profits, and community well-being. Through organizations like the International Co-operative Alliance, it unites diverse cooperatives worldwide, fostering shared values and policies that support local empowerment and global economic resilience.