International Development

International Co-operative Development has been a key part of our work for over 100 years. We've welcomed students from right around the world and delivered projects across a number of different continents.

With a strong focus on research and practice, we've led the way on developing an understanding of how co-operatives can improve people's lives, creating sustainable, fair and equitable communities. Here are details of some of the initiatives we've been involved in over the years.

Malawi Partnership

The Malawi Partnership is a unique initiative created by Central England Co-op and supported by the College. It aims to improve the livelihoods of co-operative small-holder farmers in Malawi. Read more

Making Agriculture a Business: Co-op Development in Zambia

Working with the poorest communities in Zambia, we've partnered with Christian Aid to support 4,000 farmers improve their lives and run profitable co-operatives. Read more

Improving livelihoods for Rwandan Women

In partnership with Tearfund and the Scottish Government, this project will train 30,000 people (75% women) to increase household food security. Read more

Boosting high-value crops in Malawi

With the help of Unicorn Co-operative we have enabled 300 members of grassroots tea, coffee and macadamia co-operatives to make a decent income. Read more

Co-operative Development in Rural Malawi

Our work in Malawi continues to transform the lives of smallholder farmers and young people. Read more

Rebuilding Co‑operatives in Sri Lanka

We work with co-operatives in northern Sri Lanka, supporting those most affected by both the Civil War which ended in 2009, and the 2004 tsunami. Read more

Latest

Global Innovation Co-op Summit 2023

The Global Innovation Co-op Summit brings together co-operative and mutual leaders and partners from around the world - and this year the Co-operative College is proud to be an institutional partner.
AGM 2023 Trustee statements

We received three nominations for our 2023 Trustee elections. Here are the nominee names and their candidate statements.
2023 AGM

The Co-operative College's 2023 AGM will be held on Thursday 22 June.
Malawi Partnership April 2023 update

We spoke to the Project Manager of the 'Our Malawi Partnership' to find out how the initiative is progressing since its launch in July 2022.

Careers

We're currently recruiting for a Director of Operations and Business Development.
Meet the Team

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Online Anytime Courses

Utilising the latest interactive online technology, we've developed brand new short courses that can be completed on the go using your phone or tablet, all at a time that suits you.
Tackling Climate Change Together

Big changes in society can only be made by working together. That’s why during Cop26 we’re highlighting the ways individuals and communities can tackle climate change together.
Prospect | Bectu Member Courses
Our Education and Training

We provide learning for co-operative enterprises, individuals and likeminded organisations in the UK and internationally.
Co-operative Education and Research Conference 2018 - Call for papers

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

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Resources

Here you'll find links to resources from our previous events, including webinars, podcasts and session recaps.
Co-operative Tours

As part of our in-person learning offering to study groups, we can offer co-operative tours to help provide a truly immersive experience into the UK co-operative movement.