Fundación Espriu: A leader in health cooperativism and social economy

The climate crisis

The social economy and the environment: a necessary union

The social economy and care for the environment are closely linked, as cooperatives, mutual societies and social companies must look after the needs of the community.

Sede de las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York

United Nations

The social economy is being heard in the UN: a resolution promoted by Spain

In 2023, the General Assembly of the UN adopted the first resolution in its history for Social Economy, in which it recognises its importance in order to be able to reach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Ruleta de colores símbolo de los 17 objetivos de desarrollo sostenible (ODS)

Cooperativism and sustainable growth

Cooperativism and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): the role of cooperativism regarding the global agenda

Cooperatives are one of the main drivers to reach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) set by the UN as part of the 2030 Agenda.

Jeroen Douglas, director general de l'ACI

Jeroen Douglas, general manager of the ICA

“The cooperative movement is possibly the best partner for the UN to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”

The general manager of the International Cooperative Alliance speaks with Fundació Espriu from Delhi, where the cooperative movement summit will take place in a few days, marking the kickoff for the International Year of Cooperatives scheduled for 2025.

2025, the year of cooperatives

International Year of Cooperatives: successes, challenges and future

Cooperativism is getting ready to experience one of its most important years. In 2025, the International Year of Cooperatives will be held to emphasise the global impact of cooperatives.

In depth

What is cooperativism? Everything you need to know about cooperatives

We explain what a cooperative is; what makes cooperativism into a movement and what its principles and values are. We also indicate its ownership model and the next challenges to be faced.

Finding out more

What is the social economy? Principles, benefits and examples

In recent years, the term ‘social economy’ has become popular, consolidating itself as an alternative to the current market economy and a response to contemporary challenges, such as the environmental crisis.

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