Resources

An opportunity for freelancers in any sector to discover how joining forces as a co-operative makes good business sense.

Discover how people are coming together to create spaces and organisations that enable the arts – and those who work in the arts – to flourish. 

Hear from our a panel of young people who have been involved in or founded a range of co‑ops. Discover how co‑ops can empower young people and provide opportunities to help them…

Discover co-ops – their purpose and benefits. And find out if your business idea suits the co-op model…

Hear from three speakers – all either existing freelancers or previously freelancers – who have used the co-op model to benefit their work and security.

This paper focuses on why and how the Community Ownership Fund can utilise the Community Shares financing model.

Co-ops are found in all sectors of the economy – from high street retailers to community-owned pubs and from fan-owned football clubs to farmer-controlled businesses.

Co-ops across the world are based on shared values and principles. These colourful posters are a great reminder.

Co-operative finance expert Andy Woodcock joined us for a FREE webinar cashflow and business re‑forecasting webinar on 20 April 2020. Download the resources here and watch again.

Co-operative finance expert Andy Woodcock joined us for a FREE webinar cashflow and business re‑forecasting webinar on 20 April 2020. Watch it again and download the accompanying…

"Not through competition but co-operation of each, the people's strength." Our Co-operate video is inspired by co-ops across the UK. 

A simple, one‑page diagram, quickly and easily explaining what to include in your narrative reporting to highlight your co‑op difference. 

So what exactly is a co-op?  Watch our short animation and share with your friends!