The Seven Co-operative Principles

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This type of co-op is owned and run by its members and exists to serve the wider community, including customers, workers, suppliers, and local residents. 

Every member has an equal voice in decisions about how it’s run and how profits are used. 

Members contribute financially in various ways, whether by buying products, working within the co-op, investing in it, or helping decide how to use its profits. 

As an independent, member-owned organisation, we are driven by community priorities, not outside interests. 

We provide training and learning opportunities for all members, empowering our community to grow and promote the benefits of cooperation. 

We support and work with other co-ops, sharing resources and ideas to build a network of strong, community-centered initiatives. 

Above all, we’re committed to giving back. Our projects and profits go directly into supporting the communities we serve, strengthening local resilience and sustainability.