International Year of Cooperatives 2025 (IYC 2025)

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On June 19, 2024, the UN General Assembly declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives under the theme
“Cooperatives Build a Better World”, recognizing their role in driving sustainable development
and advancing the UN SDGs. 

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Objectives of the IYC 2025 are to:

Raise
Public Awareness

Highlight the contributions of cooperatives to sustainable development.

Promote Growth
and Development

Strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem and establishments for cooperatives.

Advocate for
Supportive Frameworks

Encourage the creation of enabling legal and policy environments for cooperatives globally.

Inspire
Leadership

Foster purposeful leadership and engage youth in the cooperative movement.

Cooperatives and the SDGs

Under the theme “Cooperatives Build a Better World”, the International Year of Cooperatives 2025 showcases how cooperatives drive progress across the UN Sustainable Development Goals. To mark the year, COPAC and the ICA have launched an updated “Building a Better World Together” SDG brief series, offering fresh insights, global case studies, and policy recommendations that highlight the unique contributions of cooperatives to sustainable development and inclusive growth.

Explore the IYC SDG Briefs

The International Cooperative Alliance is the voice of cooperatives worldwide 

The International Cooperative Alliance unites, represents and serves cooperatives worldwide. Founded in 1895, tt is the apex body representing cooperatives, which are estimated to be around 3 million worldwide, providing a global voice and forum for knowledge, expertise and co-ordinated action for and about cooperatives

Join the Movement

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Support the
International Year of Cooperatives 2025

Throughout the year, we will work together to raise awareness about the cooperative enterprise model. The UN General Assembly encourages establishing national coordination mechanisms for IYC activities, ensuring that global messages reach stakeholders at all levels. 

  • Governments & Policymakers: Develop supportive policies and regulatory frameworks that foster cooperative growth.
  • Cooperatives: Highlight your role in sustainable development, nurture leadership, and collaborate with other cooperatives.
  • Institutions & Development Agencies: Promote education, capacity building, and international cooperation to strengthen cooperatives.
  • The Public: Learn how cooperatives drive sustainability and support local cooperative initiatives.

Spread the Word! Use the official logo, visual identity, and hashtags (#iyc2025 #coopsyear #cooperativesbuildabetterworld) to highlight activities. Help us maximize the impact of IYC2025!

National Mechanisms ▶Logo Usage Guidelines ▶

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC) 2025?

The International Year of Cooperatives 2025 is a United Nations initiative that recognizes and celebrates the essential role cooperatives play in sustainable development. This year-long celebration focuses on how cooperatives contribute to poverty reduction, economic resilience, and inclusive growth around the world

2. How can I get involved in the IYC 2025?
3. Who can use the IYC 2025 logo, and how?
4. What are national mechanisms for the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC2025)?
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