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About Us

We truly believe that great things happen when people co-operate. As an educational charity which celebrated its centenary year in 2019, we're continuing to empower and inspire individuals and communities to build a fairer world.



Take a moment to browse our website, starting with the introduction to our various areas of work below. See how we are making a difference, and how you can benefit from, or support us, in our work.

Co-operative Values and Principles

Co-operative Values and Principles

The Values and Principles embraced by today’s worldwide co-operative movement have evolved from the ideals of the early co-operators of the 18th and 19th centuries. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2017

Updated: 16th November, 2020

Author: Greg Giddins

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Our Impact and the Co-operative Difference

Our Impact and the Co-operative Difference

Our impact report showcases the difference that our work is making both here in the UK and across the world Read more

Published: 6th September, 2017

Updated: 4th September, 2019

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Our Education and Training

Our Education and Training

From webinars and workshops to eLearning and future degree courses, see how we're empowering people with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference. Read more

Published: 7th September, 2017

Updated: 17th June, 2020

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Our Projects

Our Projects

Our projects take place all over the world and right here in the UK. Read more

Published: 7th September, 2017

Updated: 4th September, 2019

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Our Research

Our Research

Our research enables individuals and organisations to tackle some of society's biggest issues head on. Read more

Published: 7th September, 2017

Updated: 2nd January, 2021

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Our Events

Our Events

From annual conferences to monthly workshops, there's always something happening here at the College. Read more

Published: 26th September, 2017

Updated: 4th September, 2019

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Future Pioneers Fund

Future Pioneers Fund

Fundraising is vital in ensuring we can continue our life changing work. See how you can get involved Read more

Published: 28th September, 2017

Updated: 18th August, 2020

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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Our Membership

Our Membership

Members have a voice in shaping the priorities of the College, sharing views and electing the board of Trustees. Read more

Published: 11th October, 2017

Updated: 3rd February, 2018

Author: Nina Eastwood

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Bursaries

Bursaries

We welcome applications for support across all our courses and events. Read more

Published: 17th October, 2017

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Greg Giddins

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Annual reports

Annual reports

You'll find our annual reports here to read at your leisure Read more

Published: 8th May, 2018

Updated: 16th June, 2020

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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  • Young People and Co‑operatives: A Perfect Match?

    Young People and Co‑operatives: A Perfect Match?

    A new report highlights the changes the movement should look to make to inspire young people to engage with and adopt the co-operative model.

  • We're Hiring!

    We're Hiring!

    Be part of something special. We might be small, but we have big plans to make the world a more co-operative place. Come join us.

  • Stories to Inspire

    Stories to Inspire

    From our project work across the UK to running online conferences for national organisations, take a look at some of our case studies and the impact our work makes.

  • Co-operative Education fit for the Future

    Co-operative Education fit for the Future

    An update on the progress of our strategic review and the changes you're likely to see over the coming months.

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  • Careers

    Careers

    You'll find all the details of our latest vacancies right here.

  • Co-operative Values and Principles

    Co-operative Values and Principles

    The Values and Principles embraced by today’s worldwide co-operative movement have evolved from the ideals of the early co-operators of the 18th and 19th centuries.

  • Co-operative Education and Research Conference 2018 - Call for papers

    Co-operative Education and Research Conference 2018 - Call for papers

    We are now accepting papers for our conference this coming May.

  • Our Education and Training

    Our Education and Training

    From webinars and workshops to eLearning and future degree courses, see how we're empowering people with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference.

  • New PhD opportunity announced.

    New PhD opportunity announced.

    We've partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University to support their Co-operative PhD.

  • Learning and Development Team

    Learning and Development Team

    From training courses and workshops to our evolving higher education offer, here are the people who make it happen.

  • Projects Team

    Projects Team

    Everything you need to know about our Projects Team.

  • Co-operative Tours

    Co-operative Tours

    Interested in visiting the College and other co-ops to learn more about the UK Co-operative Movement? Find more information here.

  • Membership Team

    Membership Team

    Our Membership team ensures all our members have a voice!

  • Adult education revisited 100 years on

    Adult education revisited 100 years on

    1919 saw the release of a groundbreaking report on adult education - now as part of our centenary celebrations we need your help to revisit its findings

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The Co-operative College is a registered charity in England and Wales (1159105) and in Scotland (SC048848)

Registered office Holyoake House, Hanover Street, Manchester, M60 0AS