The Co-operative Alternative – How We Build a Better World

As part of our celebrations of the United Nations International Year of Co-operatives we invite you to find out more about co-operatives and how they offer an alternative, relevant business model for the 21st century. We are hosting a free workshop on Saturday 28th April from 10.30am to 3pm at Peacehaven Food Store, Sussex as an opportunity for you to find out more - booking is essential. The Co-operative Alternative – How We Build a Better World This interactive workshop will include short films, presentations and discussion. Light refreshments will also be provided courtesy of The Co-operative. The workshop will look at: • The background of Co-operation and the UN International Year of Co-operatives • Co-operative values and principles • Co-operative businesses and how the values are put into practice • Our campaigns to reduce poverty, inspire young people and tackle climate change • Co-operative democracy, committee structure and candidate requirements • How to vote at Co-operative committee elections This workshop is followed by an ethical tour of the store and ends at 3pm Booking is essential. For further information or to book your place please call 0800 015 1147 or email membership.southeast@co-operative.coop