Great night for Co-operatives at the Social Enterprise Award Ceremony 2023. Congratulations to winners Belfast Cleaning Co-op and Carrick Greengrocers! Great meeting Jubilee Farm, also shortlisted, and Northern Ireland Community… Read more
The Young Co-operators Conference was held on the 11th October with the newest co-operatives in Northern Ireland to inspire a new generation of co-operators. Participants and speakers who attended the… Read more
In times of economic uncertainty marked by the challenges of the gig economy, pandemic-induced layoffs, coupled with broader financial constraints impacting the arts and culture sector, artists seek more robust… Read more
The Young Co-operators Conference is a free event that celebrates the newest co-operatives in Northern Ireland and inspires a new generation of co-operators. This year’s conference will be held… Read more
The Co-operative Alternatives programme of support for existing and emerging co-operatives in Northern Ireland includes a series of virtual/in-person training sessions on co-operative skills for co-operatives. These sessions and events… Read more
Co-operatives UK recently published the Co-operative and Mutual Economy 2023 report. The report provides valuable insights into the democratic economy and its impact on society. Key Findings: The report highlights… Read more
Belfast Co-housing is a group of local people working together to create a sustainable and permanently affordable cohousing community in Belfast. They are actively seeking out sites across the Belfast… Read more
Co-operative Alternatives is celebrating its 10th birthday with the Young Co-operators Conference. Helping future-proof new start-ups by engaging with younger generations, who will initiate the co-operatives of the future, is… Read more