PURPOSE: The International Day of Cooperatives is observed every year on the first saturday of July. The aim of #CoopsDay is to increase awareness of cooperatives and promote the movement’s ideas of international solidarity, economic efficiency, equality, and world peace.Cooperatives represent at least 12% of people on earth who are members of any of the 3 million cooperatives worldwide. They play an important role in addressing the needs of their members and communities and in the process, they contribute towards the implementation of the SDGs. Through #CoopsDay, local, national and global policymakers, civil-society organisations and the public in general can learn about the contribution of cooperatives to a just future for all.
FORUM: "Cooperatives Building a Better Future for All." International Day of Cooperatives 2024. Cooperatives generate decent work, practice gender equality and provide strong opportunities for youth. We innovate and connect users, producers and consumers, in a responsible, supportive and inclusive manner. We manage resources in a transparent and democratic way, putting communities in control of their capital We take care of ecosystems, because the environment and people, They are at the center of our socio-business model We promote positive peace, because the cooperative economy is synonymous with harmonious relations between peoples. For all this and much more, cooperatives build a world better for all people. This July 6th let's take advantage of our Day to boost this global recognition in different countries on all continents. For the journey to 2025, proposed by the United Nations as the International Year of Cooperatives, let us take the call of the UN to the states to support our model, as we continue to build a sustainable world in social, economic and environmental matters. Together with the more than one billion members of three million cooperatives on all continents, let's show how we are transforming the societies we live in, day by day. On July 6th, the cooperative movement will celebrate the Day. The worldwide cooperatives will have the opportunity to showcase their current and historical contributions to building a sustainable future, accelerating efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) by 2030. Learn more on how Cooperatives help to move forward the United Nations 2030 Agenda and make SDGs a reality. Follow the conversation with the hashtags: #coops4sdgs, #CoopsDay, #6july, #Sustainability, #Cooperatives.
EVENTS: This year’s, we will mark the 30th International Day of Cooperatives recognized by the United Nations and the ICA event celebration will celebrate the 102nd International Cooperative Day. Through the Day, local, national, and international policymakers, civil society organisations and the public in general can learn about the contribution of cooperatives to a just and sustainable future for all. The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) invites cooperators everywhere to spread the word about the Agenda 2030. For this year observance, cooperatives can showcase their high standards for inclusive and sustainable growth, and service as stewards for protecting the environment and fighting climate change. Through democratic governance and shared ownership, cooperatives set an example for peace and stability, bringing people from diverse backgrounds together on equal terms, and fostering understanding and respect. Hundreds of cooperative events occur annually around the world. Check the worlwide map of the events and Register to participate!
In New York; On 9 July, the UN Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives will host a soft-launch hybrid event of the UN International Year of Cooperatives 2025 at the UN Headquarters. Get more infos on the Soft-Launch Event for the IYC2025 to celebrate 2024 CoosDay!
In India, New Delhi, The organizers will host “cooperators from around the world” to kick-off the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives. The conference theme, Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All, celebrates cooperatives as people-centred, purpose-led and progress-driven enterprises. Register to participate!
PODCASTS: Cooperatives help to move forward the United Nations 2030 Agenda and make SDGs a reality. In a world convulsed by unacceptable war conflicts, experiencing growing inequalities, and threatened by climate change, we must deepen the cooperative paradigm, not only inside our organizations but also externally, to increase our impact on a global scale. Listen to the audio-podcasts!
CAMPAIGN MATERIALS: .The ICA invites cooperators across the globe to celebrate the International Day of Cooperatives and show the world what can be achieved through the power of cooperation. The 2024 CoopsDay action pack including the poster, logos, key messages and other digital resources. Join the #coops4sdgs campaign!
WHY WE CELEBRATE THE DAY?
The United Nations recognizes and reaffirms the role of cooperatives in economic, social and cultural development and in the achievement of social policy objectives as shown in various resolutions specific to cooperatives and the biennial publication of the Secretary-General’s report on the role of cooperatives in social development.
In resolution 47/90 of 16 December 1992, the General Assembly proclaims “the first Saturday of July 1995 to be International Day of Cooperatives, marking the centenary of the establishment of the International Cooperative Alliance, and decides to consider the possibility of observing an international day of cooperatives in future years …”.
ACTIONS
Co-operatives around the world celebrate the Day in many different ways. Below are examples of some of the activities organised by co-operatives around the world:
The messages of the ICA and United Nations are translated into local languages and widely disseminated to co-operators, media, government officials at all level.
Co-operatives use newspapers and radio programmes to create awareness on their movements and contributions.
Co-operative Fairs, exhibits, contests, and campaigns are held.
Meetings with government officials, United Nations agencies and other partner organisations are held.
Co-operatives partner with community agencies to champion economic, environmental, social and health challenges (blood drives, tree planting, etc.)
Cultural events are sponsored – theatre, concerts, etc.
PARTNERSHIPS
The International Day of Cooperatives is hosted by the The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA); The United Nations Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA); The Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives (COPAC); The International Labour Organization (ILO); The World Bank; The European Confederation for Industries and Services (CECOP) The World Organisation for Cooperatives in Industry and services (CICOPA) and The Global Cooperative Network.
The ICA’s members are international and national cooperative organisations from all sectors of the economy, including agriculture, banking, consumer, fisheries, health, housing, insurance, and industry & services.