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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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The Confederation of Co-operative Housing…
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 r ...Read More
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Case Study: Community Land Trust…
The case study’s analysis of CLTFBC’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats provide valuable insights for other CLTs looking to adopt a supportive coop housing approach. As housing unaffordability has escalated to a crisis level, there is growing recognition of the value of coop housing and community land trusts (CLTs) in providing secure and affordable tenure to renters in Canada.Read More
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El Año Internacional de las Cooperativas comienza en 2025, y es una gran oportunidad para poner de relieve cómo las cooperativas de viviendas ofrecen soluciones sostenibles e impulsadas por la comunidad a los desafíos globales de la vivienda. ¡Celebremos y defendamos la vivienda cooperativa en todo el mundo! ![]()
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L'Année internationale des coopératives démarre en 2025, et c'est une excellente occasion de mettre en lumière la façon dont les coopératives d'habitation apportent des solutions durables et axées sur la communauté aux défis mondiaux en matière de logement. ![]()
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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
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Spring 2024
The Spring 2024 newsletter highlights the significant benefits of community gardens within housing cooperatives around the globe. They provide a wide array of advantages including fostering community bonding, promoting mental well-being, providing access to fresh produce, and supporting sustainable practices. We also provide updates on a few CHI Initiatives such as the CHI Board meeting in Berlin, the legal research initiative on housing cooperative law and more....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!