Events
You are invited to join Co-operatives East Midlands & Co-operatives West Midlands at a meeting on Wednesday 29 November 2023 at 10am at the Coalville C.A.N., Ground Floor, Memorial Square, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 3TU on our ICA Co-operative Identity Consultation.
Zoom link to register in advance if unable to attend in person: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83206250003?pwd=RGFCWWNZUldrQ2RYRTlGemgrT2FVdz09
AGENDA
Views to feed in to the International Co-operative Alliance (ICA) worldwide consultation on our
co-operative identity, values and principles. The aim of the consultation is to strengthen our
co-operative identity. https://coopidentity.ica.coop #Coopidentity
Please read attachment for background preparation.
10.00 am – Welcome – Jane Powell, Chair & Co-ops UK Board Member
Facilitators: Tanya Noon, Board Member of Co-ops UK and Central Co-op and John Boyle, Principle 6 Officer at the Co-op Party, Board Member of Co-ops UK.
10.05am Discussion/Views on Principle 6 – Co-operation among Co-operatives and Principle 7 – Concern for Community.
11.45am – Any Other Business – February 2024 meeting date (planning meeting) to be decided.
12 noon – Networking & Lunch - Please advise if you are attending in person to assist catering requirements. jdevilliers@btinternet.com by 24 November 2023.
Many thanks and look forward to getting together in Coalville.
Jenny de Villiers – Secretary/Treasurer to Co-operatives East Midlands& Board Member of Co-ops UK
Tel: 07773705552
Brief in the International Co-operatives Alliance Co-operative Consultation
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Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkd-qvpj4jGtUmdQYq1vz60icLS9ArSmHK
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Theme: Our International Impact through Co-operatives
Programme:
1 Welcome and Introductions – Jane Powell, Chair
2 Apologies
3 Minutes of meeting held on 30 June 2022
4 Matters Arising
5 Annual Accounts to 31 December 2022
6 Activity/Annual Report to 31 December 2022
7 Appointment of Officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary & Treasurer)
8 Any other Business
The AGM will be followed by presentations vr rolex day date unisex 36mm m128238 0051 automatic stainless steel on the work of:
10.10am Ian Wilson – Overview Coalville C.A.N
10.20am Stephen Gill – Founder CEO at VME (from Malta) – www.vme.coop
10.40am Charlotte Castille, Head of Digital Marketing & PR at Central Co-op
Dr Sarah Alldred, Head of International Partnerships at the Co-operative College
11.00am Paul Birch – CEO at Revolver Coffee Co-operative – enquiries@revolver.coop
A short update on the work of the International Co-operative Alliance
Discussion
11.15am Networking with sandwich/coffee
Close by noon
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Followed by “A Walk Through Zoom” – short training session from David Green of
Green Pepper
30 June 2021 10am – by Zoom
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtcemprzgiGdBIKjJL4wBbNlmNbB3Sg0Ry
(After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting).
Numbers may be limited depending on demand.
Further information: Jenny de Villiers, Secretary
Co-operatives East Midlands on jdevilliers@btinternet.com
What's coming up on Online
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Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday 22 June 2020 at 10.00am by virtual Zoom.
AGM
Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday 22 June 2020 at 10.00am by virtual Zoom. The intended training event to coincide with this has been postponed.
For further details, contact, Jenny, Secretary on 07773705552.
“CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PAST AND FUTURE” Monday 1 July 2019 at 10 am.
“CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PAST AND FUTURE”
Monday 1 July 2019 at 10 am.
Leicester South Salvation Army, Ladysmith Road, off Saffron Road, South Wigston, Leicester LE18 4UZ (0116 277 4114)
Co-operatives Fortnight takes place between 24 June and 7 July and this event is a celebration of what co-operative education has achieved. The Co-operative College began in 1919 and is celebrating its centenary this year. It has supported members, employees of co-operatives to develop their knowledge and skills and also has worked to be inclusive in providing education to adult learners from diverse backgrounds. This event will explore how we move forward and progress this unique way of learning. Each speaker will have 15 minutes to talk and then conclude with an open forum for general discussion.
We will also be launching our “Co-operative Poem” following on from the campaign to write a collective poem for Co-operatives Fortnight.
Programme
10.00 am Coffee and Registration
10.30 am Welcome by Jane Powell, Chair of Co-operatives East Midlands
Speakers:
10.35am Co-operative College – Simon Parkinson, CEO
11.50 am Vaughan College – Malcolm Noble, Tutor
11.05 am Deborah Bacon BA, MSc, Chief Operations Officer, Central Co-operative Learning Trust
11.20 am WEA – Nusrat Hathiari, Area Education Manager – Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland
11.35 am Central England Co-operative Society – Tanya Noon
11.50 am Open Forum & Discussion: Prospects & Challenges
12.45 pm Networking Lunch & Close 1.30 pm
To book your place (numbers are limited) please email as detail below:
Name:
Organisation & Contact Email & Telephone plus any dietary or mobility requirements:
To: Jenny, CEM Secretary at jdevilliers@btinternet.com T: 07773705552
Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its AGM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
To be held at the Central England Co-operative Society Ambient Distribution Centre, Scudamore Road, Leicester LE3 1UJ at 10.00 am.
All welcome. If attending, please advise Jenny on contact@cooperatives-em.coop
LINCOLN / 19th March 2019 : FREE 1/2 day workshop
LINCOLN / 19th March: FREE 1/2 day workshop for any individual or group considering a co-op for their business or organisation, how to start one and the support available: http://bit.ly/2AATpaK
Co-operative Groups Summit Meeting | September 2018
A joint meeting of Co-op groups working in the West Midlands, East Midlands and East of England was held on 5 September 2018 attended by stakeholders including the Co-operative College, Co-operatives UK, Co-op Party, Co-op Foundation, retail co-ops across the region including Lincolnshire Co-op, CASE business development and Clockwise Credit Union and members and employees of different co-ops regionally. The event was hosted by Co-ops East Midlands at the Central England Co-op Society in Leicester.
If you would like to learn more about co-ops, how they play an important role economically and socially today for individuals and communities, contact us. There is a wealth of information available. Some of life issues being faced today, and campaigned for, are ethical money management, housing, youth employment, food poverty, modern slavery and loneliness. Co-ops are pro-active in raising awareness of these issues and seeking co-op solutions. Co-ops are based on a set of values and principles, set out by the International Co-op Alliance, and members democratically work together to ensure these are converted into practical working through their involvement. For details, contact Jenny at jdevilliers@btinternet.com
Next CEM Meeting
A joint Regional Co-op Council meeting will take place on Wednesday 5 September 2018 with Co-operatives East and Co-operatives West Midlands hosted by Co-operatives East Midlands at 10am at the Central England Co-operative Society Ambient Distribution Centre, Scuadamore Road, Leicester LE3 1UJ. For details, contact Jenny at jdevilliers@btinternet.com
THREE exciting ways to INSPIRE during Co‑operatives Fortnight, 23 June-7 July
We're offering co‑ops the chance to host a screening of a powerful new documentary film showcasing how co‑ops change lives and communities.
'A Silent Transformation' focuses on an inspiring group of co-ops in the Province of Ontario, Canada.
“As the modern economy increasingly denies vast sectors of the population basic amenities for decent life, the co‑operative spirit is as critical as ever. A Silent Transformation sets out to explore the innovative self-help efforts of different communities across Ontario. By addressing their needs collectively these people help to regain the vision of co-operation. Communities are the seeds of economic democracy, global solidarity, and a new popular movement to transform society!”
Watch the trailer • Opportunities are limited, so we recommend registering your interest in hosting a screening ASAP. Contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
Seeing is believing, so what better way to help people understand the difference that co-ops make than inviting people to an open day where they can see how your co-op works and how it does things differently.
If you are planning an event, then register the details and we'll be sure to promote on the Co-operatives Fortnight section of our website. Make sure to tag @CooperativesUK on Twitter and Facebook, and use #coopdifference and we'll share!
Order a toolkit with posters and stickers so you're ready for Co‑operatives Fortnight!
Make sure you have everything you need to celebrate Co‑operatives Fortnight!
• Request a digital toolkit to be sent graphics, logos and messaging for social media, as well as an events checklist. Simply reply to this email or contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
• Order a physical toolkit with posters, postcards, stickers and what is a co‑op leaflets. We will deliver bundles late May/early June in time for Co‑operatives Fortnight, which takes place from 23 June-7 July. Order your Co-operatives Fortnight toolkit >
Once you've ordered your toolkit, get planning with others ways your co-op or organisation can join in this Co‑operatives Fortnight:
• Share our case studies celebrating the difference co‑ops are making to people across the UK and the world!
• Share your story. Tell your customers what sets your co‑op apart. Want to be a featured case study? Contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
• Put a spotlight on other co‑ops. Use Co‑operatives Fortnight as a way to tell the story of local co‑ops or others you work with, and showcase the diversity of the co‑op sector.
• Put on an offer. Encourage people to use your co‑op by putting on a special Co‑operatives Fortnight discount? You can drive awareness of co‑ops and benefit your co‑op at the same time.
Read the 6 ways your can get involved with Co‑operatives Fortnight 2018 #coopdifference
Co-operatives East Midlands Events
Co-operatives East Midlands invites you to:
- An Educational Day Out to the Rochdale Pioneers Museum at Toad Lane, Rochdale Wednesday 18 April 2018
Download the Visit Flyer VisittoToadLaneApril2018flyer
Download the Booking Form for Lincoln BookingFormRochdaleVisitLincoln
Download the Booking Form for Nottingham/Derby BookingFormRochdaleVisitDerbyNottingham
What's coming up on Online
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Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday 22 June 2020 at 10.00am by virtual Zoom.
AGM
Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday 22 June 2020 at 10.00am by virtual Zoom. The intended training event to coincide with this has been postponed.
For further details, contact, Jenny, Secretary on 07773705552.
“CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PAST AND FUTURE” Monday 1 July 2019 at 10 am.
“CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PAST AND FUTURE”
Monday 1 July 2019 at 10 am.
Leicester South Salvation Army, Ladysmith Road, off Saffron Road, South Wigston, Leicester LE18 4UZ (0116 277 4114)
Co-operatives Fortnight takes place between 24 June and 7 July and this event is a celebration of what co-operative education has achieved. The Co-operative College began in 1919 and is celebrating its centenary this year. It has supported members, employees of co-operatives to develop their knowledge and skills and also has worked to be inclusive in providing education to adult learners from diverse backgrounds. This event will explore how we move forward and progress this unique way of learning. Each speaker will have 15 minutes to talk and then conclude with an open forum for general discussion.
We will also be launching our “Co-operative Poem” following on from the campaign to write a collective poem for Co-operatives Fortnight.
Programme
10.00 am Coffee and Registration
10.30 am Welcome by Jane Powell, Chair of Co-operatives East Midlands
Speakers:
10.35am Co-operative College – Simon Parkinson, CEO
11.50 am Vaughan College – Malcolm Noble, Tutor
11.05 am Deborah Bacon BA, MSc, Chief Operations Officer, Central Co-operative Learning Trust
11.20 am WEA – Nusrat Hathiari, Area Education Manager – Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland
11.35 am Central England Co-operative Society – Tanya Noon
11.50 am Open Forum & Discussion: Prospects & Challenges
12.45 pm Networking Lunch & Close 1.30 pm
To book your place (numbers are limited) please email as detail below:
Name:
Organisation & Contact Email & Telephone plus any dietary or mobility requirements:
To: Jenny, CEM Secretary at jdevilliers@btinternet.com T: 07773705552
Co-operatives East Midlands is holding its AGM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
To be held at the Central England Co-operative Society Ambient Distribution Centre, Scudamore Road, Leicester LE3 1UJ at 10.00 am.
All welcome. If attending, please advise Jenny on contact@cooperatives-em.coop
LINCOLN / 19th March 2019 : FREE 1/2 day workshop
LINCOLN / 19th March: FREE 1/2 day workshop for any individual or group considering a co-op for their business or organisation, how to start one and the support available: http://bit.ly/2AATpaK
Co-operative Groups Summit Meeting | September 2018
A joint meeting of Co-op groups working in the West Midlands, East Midlands and East of England was held on 5 September 2018 attended by stakeholders including the Co-operative College, Co-operatives UK, Co-op Party, Co-op Foundation, retail co-ops across the region including Lincolnshire Co-op, CASE business development and Clockwise Credit Union and members and employees of different co-ops regionally. The event was hosted by Co-ops East Midlands at the Central England Co-op Society in Leicester.
If you would like to learn more about co-ops, how they play an important role economically and socially today for individuals and communities, contact us. There is a wealth of information available. Some of life issues being faced today, and campaigned for, are ethical money management, housing, youth employment, food poverty, modern slavery and loneliness. Co-ops are pro-active in raising awareness of these issues and seeking co-op solutions. Co-ops are based on a set of values and principles, set out by the International Co-op Alliance, and members democratically work together to ensure these are converted into practical working through their involvement. For details, contact Jenny at jdevilliers@btinternet.com
Next CEM Meeting
A joint Regional Co-op Council meeting will take place on Wednesday 5 September 2018 with Co-operatives East and Co-operatives West Midlands hosted by Co-operatives East Midlands at 10am at the Central England Co-operative Society Ambient Distribution Centre, Scuadamore Road, Leicester LE3 1UJ. For details, contact Jenny at jdevilliers@btinternet.com
THREE exciting ways to INSPIRE during Co‑operatives Fortnight, 23 June-7 July
We're offering co‑ops the chance to host a screening of a powerful new documentary film showcasing how co‑ops change lives and communities.
'A Silent Transformation' focuses on an inspiring group of co-ops in the Province of Ontario, Canada.
“As the modern economy increasingly denies vast sectors of the population basic amenities for decent life, the co‑operative spirit is as critical as ever. A Silent Transformation sets out to explore the innovative self-help efforts of different communities across Ontario. By addressing their needs collectively these people help to regain the vision of co-operation. Communities are the seeds of economic democracy, global solidarity, and a new popular movement to transform society!”
Watch the trailer • Opportunities are limited, so we recommend registering your interest in hosting a screening ASAP. Contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
Seeing is believing, so what better way to help people understand the difference that co-ops make than inviting people to an open day where they can see how your co-op works and how it does things differently.
If you are planning an event, then register the details and we'll be sure to promote on the Co-operatives Fortnight section of our website. Make sure to tag @CooperativesUK on Twitter and Facebook, and use #coopdifference and we'll share!
Order a toolkit with posters and stickers so you're ready for Co‑operatives Fortnight!
Make sure you have everything you need to celebrate Co‑operatives Fortnight!
• Request a digital toolkit to be sent graphics, logos and messaging for social media, as well as an events checklist. Simply reply to this email or contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
• Order a physical toolkit with posters, postcards, stickers and what is a co‑op leaflets. We will deliver bundles late May/early June in time for Co‑operatives Fortnight, which takes place from 23 June-7 July. Order your Co-operatives Fortnight toolkit >
Once you've ordered your toolkit, get planning with others ways your co-op or organisation can join in this Co‑operatives Fortnight:
• Share our case studies celebrating the difference co‑ops are making to people across the UK and the world!
• Share your story. Tell your customers what sets your co‑op apart. Want to be a featured case study? Contact leila.osullivan@uk.coop
• Put a spotlight on other co‑ops. Use Co‑operatives Fortnight as a way to tell the story of local co‑ops or others you work with, and showcase the diversity of the co‑op sector.
• Put on an offer. Encourage people to use your co‑op by putting on a special Co‑operatives Fortnight discount? You can drive awareness of co‑ops and benefit your co‑op at the same time.
Read the 6 ways your can get involved with Co‑operatives Fortnight 2018 #coopdifference
Co-operatives East Midlands Events
Co-operatives East Midlands invites you to:
- An Educational Day Out to the Rochdale Pioneers Museum at Toad Lane, Rochdale Wednesday 18 April 2018
Download the Visit Flyer VisittoToadLaneApril2018flyer
Download the Booking Form for Lincoln BookingFormRochdaleVisitLincoln
Download the Booking Form for Nottingham/Derby BookingFormRochdaleVisitDerbyNottingham
Regional Co-operative Councils networking session
You are invited to the:
Regional Co-operative Councils networking session and presentation from Jim Cooke, Head of the Co-operative Foundation.
Organised by Co-operatives East, Co-operatives West Midlands and Co-operatives East Midlands. 2pm at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth, Warwickshire on Friday 9th March 2018.
Details from Jenny de Villiers - jdevilliers@btinternet.com
For more details about the conference click here
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