Business Support for Co-operatives

Are you planning to start a co-op? Or convert to one? Or need help with the preparation of a ‘community share offer’? This programme can offer up to six days… Read more

The Future’s Already Here – Conference 15th Nov 2024

“The future is already here, it’s just not evenly distributed” – American speculative fiction author William Gibson. Things can be different. We know it, because The Future Is Already Here – in… Read more

Social Economy Incentive Fund 2024

Social Economy Incentive Fund 2024 The Social Economy Incentive Fund is open to online applications from Belfast-based social enterprises and co-operatives. The fund is for new and growing social enterprises that need support… Read more

Happy New 2024!

To all co-operators and co-operatives on this island, Co-operative Alternatives wishes you a new year full of unity, harmony and solidarity. Tony, Robert and Tiziana

Upcoming FREE Co-operative Training 2024 – January

New year, new beginnings and new webinars. Co-operative Alternatives will give the opportunity to new and experienced business advisors and any intermediary agencies an introduction to the co-operative business model:… Read more

Upcoming FREE Co-operative Training 2024 – February

Business Planning for Co-ops: What is Different? A business plan is a crucial element for any co-operative regardless of size and type. This session will explore why business planning is… Read more

Support for Belfast Co-ops

The Support programme for co-operatives and social enterprises in Belfast supported by the Belfast City Council is still open for applications! Do not miss the opportunity to avail of the… Read more

Start your co-op

Co-operative Alternatives is delighted to announce that the Business Support for Co-operatives from Co-operatives UK is still available to any new and existing co-operative in Northern Ireland. The programme, delivered… Read more