The International Cooperative Alliance advocates for the interests and success of cooperatives.
2025 UN International Year of Cooperatives
The official launch of the IYC2025 will take place in New Delhi, India, during the ICA Global Cooperative Conference and General Assembly, scheduled for 25-30 November 2024 in the presence of global leaders and UN representatives seeking to inspire cooperators worldwide.
Policy and advocacy
ICA works with policymakers to create a more conducive environment for cooperatives. The ICA has a permanent seat and a consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and is a founding member of the Committee for the Promotion and Advancement of Cooperatives (COPAC).
International Cooperative Development
Cooperatives are a tried-and-tested model in international development, enabling people around the world to take control over their livelihoods. Discover a wide range of digital tools and resources on international cooperative development.
International Cooperative Entrepreneurship Think Tank (ICETT)
ICETT serves as a strategic hub that provides members with valuable information to strengthen cooperatives' competitive advantage.
World Cooperative Monitor
The ICA and Euricse partner in this annual report analysing the socio-economic value and impact of the top 300 biggest cooperatives in the world.
G20 Engagements Group
The ICA has been participating in G20 Engagement Groups since 2014, having representatives in taskforces and contributing actively to the discussions and reporting.
Cooperative Identity Consultation
The 33rd World Cooperative Congress kicked off a consultative process aimed at finding out how well the Statement on the Cooperative Identity has stood the test of time. We want to hear from cooperators by the end of this calendar year.
