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3rd Annual Cooperative Issues Forum 2013: “The Power of Collaboration: Cooperatives as Catalysts in the Community”

May 6, 2013
Debbie Trocha, Executive Director, Indiana Cooperative Development Center

The 2013 Forum will profile how cooperative business enterprises are engaging in local and regional collaborations that are providing innovative options for economic and community development. Collaboration is in the co-op DNA, as the principles around which all cooperatives are founded include public engagement, co-ops helping co-ops and concern for community. This program will illustrate how cooperatives, and networks of cooperatives, are engaging and achieving collective impacts. The panel discussion will address challenges and opportunities for cooperatives to play an even larger role in the new sharing and collaborative economy.

Who: The Cooperative Development Foundation
Where: Ballroom, National Press Club, 529 14th St, NW (13th floor)
When: 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Wednesday, May 8th

For more information go to  www.cdf.coop.

Topics: Cooperation Among Co-ops Tags: cooperative, forum, economic and community development Comments: Add a Comment

REI - the outdoor enthusiast's cooperative

May 3, 2013
Debbie Trocha, Executive Director, Indiana Cooperative Development Center

REI - What began as a group of 23 mountain climbing buddies is now the nation's largest consumer cooperative. By staying true to their roots, they''ve earned a place on FORTUNE magazine's list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" every year since the rankings began in 1998. They work hard to earn their reputation for quality and integrity every day. Their core purpose guides everything they do: they all work to inspire, educate and outfit for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship.

To learn more about REI go to www.rei.com.

Topics: Networking Tags: REI, mountain climbing, consumer cooperative, reputation Comments: Add a Comment

Shop Co-ops for Mother's Day

May 2, 2013
Debbie Trocha, Executive Director, Indiana Cooperative Development Center

Mother's Day is May 12 and many of us struggle with what to give mom on her special day.  Why not shop your favorite co-op?  Try tasty cheese from Cabot, delicious chocolates, tea or coffee from Equal Exchange.  Maybe your mom is the do-it-yourself type and would appreciate a gift card from Do-it-Best or Ace.  Shop REI if your mom is the outdoors type.  No matter what type of gift you're looking for for mom on her special day, try shopping at a co-op!

Topics: Cooperation Among Co-ops, Networking Tags: co-op, mother's day, gift, Cabot, REI, Equal Exchange Comments: Add a Comment

Cooperative Health Care in Nepal

May 1, 2013
Debbie Trocha, Executive Director, Indiana Cooperative Development Center

The Nepal Health Care Co-operative Ltd. (NEHCO) was founded in March 2006 in an attempt to improve the public health of a country where 1 in every 21 children dies before their first birthday, and 1 in 16 dies before the age of 5. Health services are inaccessible to the poor and even many middle class Nepalese.

For more information go to:  http://stories.coop/stories/written/hospitals-and-health-training-nepal.

Topics: Networking Tags: health care, cooperative, public health, health services Comments: Add a Comment

The Co+op Kitchen

April 30, 2013
Debbie Trocha, Executive Director, Indiana Cooperative Development Center

When it comes to cooking at home, choosing the right ingredients and understanding basic kitchen skills can make the difference between a good meal and an amazing one. In the new video series sponsored by NCGA (National Cooperative Grocers Association), Co+op Kitchen, you’ll find handy hints from chefs and food enthusiasts who love sharing their passion for great food, plus easy recipes for delicious homemade meals.

Be sure to check out the the free Co+op Kitchen iPad app at http://strongertogether.coop/collections/coop-kitchen/ .

Topics: Cooperation Among Co-ops Tags: co-ops, NCGA, food, kitchen Comments: Add a Comment

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