Co-op Memberships

Co-operatives are guided by seven internationally recognized principles, very similar to those adopted by a small group of progressive thinkers who formed one of the world's first Co-operatives in Rochdale, England in 1844.

1. Voluntary and Open Membership
2. Democratic Member Control
3. Members Economic Participation
4. Autonomy and Independence
5. Education, Training and Information
6. Co-operation Among Co-operatives
7. Concerns for Community

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