Events and training

From flagship conferences to informal networking and full day training courses, Co‑operatives UK unites co‑ops to connect and learn. Our members can get free or heavily discounted access to all of our events and training.

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Search for conferences, training and networking events hosted by Co-operatives UK and other co-ops.

Co-op Congress, 17-18 June

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Our flagship annual event Co-op Congress, sponsored by The Co-operative Bank, is back as an in-person event with an online element. Join us at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham or online on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 June 2022.

Networking events

Our Co-op Connection networking events are an opportunity for co-ops to connect locally, as well as to find out what support is available in your city or region. Due to Covid they are all taking online via Zoom from 3:30pm on the dates below.

Training events

We provide training in key areas from governance and finance to HR and membership. All sessions are delivered by specialist co‑op trainers.

HR training

We offer a range of training courses to suit absolute HR beginners, seasoned professionals and everyone in between.

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Governance training

We offer a range of training courses to suit those new to governance, seasoned professionals and everyone in between.

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