International Co-operative Day

July 5, Saturday

International Day of Cooperatives is an annual holiday celebrated on the first Saturday of July. It was established by the UN and the International Co-operative Alliance to draw attention to the importance of the cooperative movement in sustainable development.

Goals of the holiday
The International Day of Cooperatives aims to:

* Raise awareness of the economic and social contribution of cooperatives
* Support cooperative values and principles
* Recognize the role of cooperatives in combating poverty and social exclusion

History of the holiday

* The holiday was first celebrated in 1923 by the International Co-operative Alliance
* In 1992, the UN officially recognized this day
* Since 1995, it has been celebrated internationally under the auspices of the UN

Themes and annual slogans
Each year, a specific theme is chosen for the International Day of Cooperatives. Themes typically focus on:

* sustainable development
* climate change mitigation
* women's empowerment
* food security
* social justice

Cooperatives in the modern world
Today, cooperatives operate in a wide range of sectors:

* agriculture
* finance (credit unions)
* housing
* healthcare
* education

They are owned and democratically managed by their members, making the cooperative model a unique alternative to traditional forms of business.

Conclusion
The International Day of Cooperatives highlights the importance of collective efforts in building a fairer and more sustainable world. It is a celebration of solidarity, mutual assistance, and equitable resource sharing.

International Co-operative Day Official website

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International Co-operative Day in other years

2023 July 1, Saturday
2024 July 6, Saturday
2026 July 4, Saturday

International Co-operative Day in other countries