Co-operative Development Programme Impact Report

    This report highlights the far‑reaching positive impact of the innovative partnership between Co‑operatives UK and The Co‑operative Bank, which has been running since 2016. Many co-operatives in Northern… Read more


Employee Ownership in Northern Ireland

Based on recent research from the Department for the Economy (DfE), Employee Ownership is taking off in Northern Ireland. Aidan O’Neill, a founding member of the DLD Fund, is committed… Read more


Business Support for Co-operatives

Are you planning to start a co-op? Or convert to one? Or need help with the preparation of a ‘community share offer’? This programme can offer up to six days… Read more


The Future’s Already Here – Conference 15th Nov 2024

“The future is already here, it’s just not evenly distributed” – American speculative fiction author William Gibson. Things can be different. We know it, because The Future Is Already Here – in… Read more


Social Economy Incentive Fund 2024

Social Economy Incentive Fund 2024 The Social Economy Incentive Fund is open to online applications from Belfast-based social enterprises and co-operatives. The fund is for new and growing social enterprises that need support… Read more


Happy New 2024!

To all co-operators and co-operatives on this island, Co-operative Alternatives wishes you a new year full of unity, harmony and solidarity. Tony, Robert and Tiziana


Upcoming FREE Co-operative Training 2024 – January

New year, new beginnings and new webinars. Co-operative Alternatives will give the opportunity to new and experienced business advisors and any intermediary agencies an introduction to the co-operative business model:… Read more


Upcoming FREE Co-operative Training 2024 – February

Business Planning for Co-ops: What is Different? A business plan is a crucial element for any co-operative regardless of size and type. This session will explore why business planning is… Read more