International Day of Cooperatives

International Day of Cooperatives is celebrated on July 1st every year to raise awareness about cooperatives and their contributions to resolving major international issues. The day aims to promote the ideals of international solidarity, economic efficiency, equality, and world peace. Cooperatives are organizations established to purchase and market the products of its members. They unite to meet common economic, social, and cultural needs. The International Day of Cooperatives celebrates the cooperative movement and highlights the complementary goals, objectives, and contributions of cooperatives around the world. It is a day to acknowledge the cultural significance of cooperatives and their role in promoting inclusivity in society.