Pan-European Student Housing Cooperative Association (PESCHA) Conference: A Gathering of Innovation and Cooperation
On October 3rd and 4th, 2024, the Pan-European Student Housing Cooperative Association (PESCHA) held a two-day conference in Geneva, Switzerland. Hosted by urbaMonde and Cooperative Housing International, the event focused on the transformative potential of student housing cooperatives across Europe. Read More
Canadians Support Expansion of Cooperative Housing as a Solution to Rising Costs
A newly released report indicates widespread support among Canadians for expanding cooperative housing as a viable solution. The findings come from the latest survey conducted by Modalis Omnibus, which highlights the public’s concerns about housing affordability and their willingness to explore alternative housing models.Read More
3rd National Cooperatives Congress in Malaysia
During the closing ceremony of the ANGKASA 3rd National Cooperatives Congress in Kuala Lumpur on July 26, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that the government wants wider public participation in the cooperative movement. He also encouraged federal and state government agencies to set up cooperatives and urged the more than 15,000 cooperatives across the country to collaborate with the government in making Malaysia a more sustainable and productive nation.Read More
Coops Day in Zimbabwe
In Chivi District, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, over 5,000 attendees gathered to celebrate the 2024 International Day of Cooperatives. The two-day event showcased the diverse work of cooperatives in the region through workshops and exhibitions. Hon. Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Cooperative Development, and delegates from the ILO, various banks, Plan International, USAID-UK, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, and senior government officials attended the event. In her address, Minister Mutsvangwa pledged to facilitate dialogue between the cooperative movement and banks to unlock financing opportunities for cooperatives. She also committed to reviewing the outdated Cooperative Societies Act to create a more conducive environment for cooperative growth.Read More
CHI welcomes new member: FenacoHAB from Brazil
We are excited to announce a new CHI member: FenacoHAB from Brazil. FenacoHAB is the national federation of housing cooperatives in Brazil. FENACOHAB has 15 registered and regular housing cooperatives and more than 50 participating cooperatives. It is Brazil's only active National Federation of Housing Cooperatives, representing more than 50,000 cooperative members. FenacoHAB works to represent, guide, strengthen and promote housing cooperatives in Brazil.Read More
International Day of Cooperatives
This year’s theme is "Cooperatives Build a Better Future for All,” and the celebration will mark the 30th International Day of Cooperatives recognized by the United Nations and the 102nd International Cooperative Day.Read More
ICA Global Cooperative Conference – New Delhi, India
The theme is Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All, which celebrates cooperatives as people-centred, purpose-led and progress-driven enterprises. The event will include inspirational speakers and provocative panel debates. In addition, delegates will co-create cooperative visions and strategies during multiple break-out sessions.Read More
The Value of Housing Cooperatives in Australia
This report discusses the growing presence of housing cooperatives in Australia, serving a variety of household types across the income spectrum, particularly low- and moderate-income households.Read More
Cooperative Housing Development Program Launched in Canada
The Canadian federal government has launched a $1.5 billion Co-operative Housing Development Program. This program marks the first federal investment in cooperative housing construction in over 30 years. Delivered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the program will provide approximately $500 million in contributions and $1 billion in loans to build co-ops across Canada.Read More