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What is Cooperative Housing and…
Discover how cooperative housing is offering an affordable and sustainable solution to Catalonia's housing crisis. This episode of "Filling the Sink", Catalan news reporter Coralie Moreau explores the origins, models, and benefits of housing cooperatives, featuring stories from La Borda, La Morada, and more. Watch now!Read More
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Report on Transforming Management of…
New Report: Rethinking Housing Development Through Community-Led Place Stewardship Developed with the Community Land Trust Network (England & Wales) and Dark Matter Labs, this research explores community-led place stewardship as a transformative alternative to private management companies in large housing developments. Key insights: 87% of large UK housing developments rely on private management companies, often criticized for poor value and accountability. Community-led stewardship via community land trusts offers a proven, not-for-profit alternative that reduces opposition to large-scale house building. Includes 5 UK case studies, practical scenarios for councils and developers, and lessons from Europe. Read More
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Confederation of Co-operative Housing Celebrates…
The anniversary publication, The Confederation of Co-operative Housing: 30 Years of Hope, Inspiration and Belief, reflects on CCH’s journey from its inception in the early 1990s in response to shifting government policies. The report highlights CCH’s resilience and evolution, adapting to both support its members and advocate for cooperative housing models as a credible alternative to traditional housing frameworks.Read More
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#Pritamnagar, located in Paldi, Gujarat, #India celebrated their 100th anniversary on December 19th. It is considered one of modern India's first cooperative housing societies to reach this milestone. Congrats! 🎉
In this Coop Conversations podcast episode, we talk to Tsukasa Ono and Marina Takahashi, who live in Sumu Yakushima, a housing cooperative on #Yakushima, a small Japanese island. Tsukasa, an architect, designed the cooperative, which is owned equally by eight members through a joint-stock company. The building combines modern and traditional Japanese design while fitting harmoniously with nature. Discover how the cooperative began, the neighbors' orange orchard, the guesthouse, and more! #coops
Sumu Yakushima Housing Cooperative Coop Conversations Podcast
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In this episode, we’re joined by Tsukasa Ono and Marina Takahasi, who live in a housing cooperative in Japan on a small island called Yakushima. The coop is ...E-bulletins
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December 2024
Discover Cooperative Housing International's latest initiatives for the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives, including global knowledge sharing, youth engagement, and policy advocacy. Learn about innovative housing projects in Australia, Canada, Croatia, and New York, plus updates from CHI’s board meeting in New Delhi.Read More
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November 2024 Newsletter
Explore global cooperative housing highlights: PESCHA's student housing conference in Geneva, Catalonia's €31M housing expansion, Sweden's resilient housing program, and Australia’s cooperative policy insights. Plus, the launch of the UN’s International Year of Cooperatives 2025 in India.Read More
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Autumn 2024 Newsletter
Explore Cooperative Housing International's global initiatives, from legal research on housing laws to sustainability innovations in Sweden, milestone anniversaries, and the upcoming Global Cooperative Conference in India launching the UN International Year of Cooperatives 2025.Read More
What is a Housing Cooperative?
What is Cooperative Housing?
Housing cooperatives are jointly-owned, democratically-controlled enterprises designed to meet the common economic, social, and cultural needs of their members.
Why Become a Member of Cooperative Housing International?
CHI is a mutually supportive community of cooperative housing federations and associations in over 70 countries. Join Cooperative Housing International (CHI) and become part of the international cooperative movement.
How Housing Co-ops are Mitigating Climate Change
Environmental protection and good business practices go hand in hand. Housing cooperatives around the world are leading the way with sustainability initiatives.
Housing Co-ops for Sustainability
Co-op housing communities worldwide are building a more sustainable future by working towards meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This blueprint sets out targets for achieving a more equitable and sustainable future.
What's the Legal Framework of Cooperative Housing?
A cooperative is a legal entity owned and democratically controlled by its members.
How Do Housing Co-ops Keep Rent Affordable?
Cooperative housing is designed to keep housing affordable and operates on a non-profit basis.
How Does Cooperative Housing Compare with Other Models?
When you join a housing co-op, you become part of a democratic community. You join a housing co-op by purchasing shares of the co-op that owns the property. As a member of a co-op, you’re an indirect owner.
Benefits of Cooperative Housing
Housing co-ops welcome many different people, including those of different cultural backgrounds, diversities, and income levels. Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting their policies and making decisions.
Who is Cooperative Housing for?
Cooperative housing is great for people who want to take an active role in their community. Everyone is welcome in cooperative housing. Some co-ops are focused on providing housing for lower-income individuals, some are family-oriented, others are focused on seniors.
How Do I Start a Housing Co-op?
So, you want to start a housing cooperative? Where do you begin? First, gather your core group of members and define your goals. Then decide which co-op model is best for you. Different models are available depending on the country you are in.
Advantages of Being Part of the Wider Global Movement
Tap into a worldwide support network, accessing news, research, global best practices, education, expertise, and advice. Not to mention being part of a community of over 3 million cooperatives representing over 1 billion members!