The roots of the ancient records of the cooperatives were published in March 1761.
Then in 1844, the 28 Cotton Mill craftsmen established the first cooperative business of the modern era in the northern part of England.
In India, the cooperatives were existed in the twentieth century, and in the 5th the cooperatives were given legal status through the ‘Cooperative Loan Committee Act’.
After independence in India, there are many laws to strengthen the cooperative sector and increase its opportunities.
Gone In this background, the Ministry of Cooperation was also established on July 6, July 6, 2021.
South Sudan
Within a year, the number of members of a cooperative society related to maize and barley in the Equatoria region of South Sudan has increased from 20 to 150.
This details have not only increased the income of many families, but many members have been able to meet the needs of their families for the first time.
“South Sudan’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) project director of the Cooperative Society, Louis Bagre, said,” Cooperatives not only give people a way for their livelihood, but also strengthen the country’s economy. In this way, South Sudan can take a decision -making role in removing Sudan from poverty. “
He said it on the occasion of International Cooperative Day, which is celebrated on July 5 every year. This day even in those situations, even in meeting the initial needs of the people, the associates are helpful, where it is not enough to try alone.
In the way of peace beyond
The cooperatives of South Sudan are not just a means of economic empowerment – they are much more likely.
Louis Garden says, “The cooperatives have debuted as an impressive scene of peace and stability in South Sudan. “
South Sudan has faced a serious internal battle since its independence in the 21st. These include a catastrophic civil war, which ended with the Peace Agreement in 20 2018. However, this peace still remains very fine.
Poor looting and interconnected violence, especially by youth, still remain as a matter of deep concern for many communities, who are already fighting deep food insecurity and climate change.
In this national sensitive scene, cooperatives have debuted as the New Hope’s ray.
But the question is whether cooperation is truly helpful to ensure permanent peace? And yes, then how?
Cooperation: volunteer and democratic groups
Cooperative societies are voluntary economic organizations where members work together where there is a risk of economic loss or instability and through it earning income through it. These institutions empower people not only economically, but also socially.
FAO Louis Bagra believes that this democratic system adopted in local level cooperative societies will eventually have a positive impact on the national level – and will become an inspirational force to strengthen democratic rule throughout the country.
No gun, income
Co -operative societies not only presents a model of democratic rule, but also become a powerful medium of economic development. These committees provide practical and sustainable alternatives to the livelihoods, especially the youth, instead of the violence or looting.
FAO Louis Louis Bagar. “When the youths are produced and are employed in income-Tirei activities, they are not attracted to lifting weapons.”
The communities that have formed cooperatives in South Sudan often do not have enough resources to maintain a living individually. This absence pushes the youth to the violent activity. In such a situation, cooperatives emerge as a combined solution.
Louis explained in Bagar, “When members of the community work together, share ideas and resources, they are able to solve their livelihood challenges more effectively. “
He said that banks and institutional investors are more likely to invest in these national cooperative groups and have more potential for companies like FAO.
However, long -term dependence is not a purpose. Louis Garden says, “Our focus is on their ability to increase their ability – so that they can build a better life themselves in the future. “
Cooperative movement in India
In India, the cooperative movement in the agricultural and finance sectors has been very active and successful with the cooperative bank.
There are currently about 1 lakh cooperatives in India through which there is cooperation in economic development and empowerment of the people.
A cooperative organization is a voluntary organization where people who need to share their shared economic goals to achieve the economic goals. These cooperative institutions are formed in the principles of self -hell and mutual assistance and belief. Their main goal is to do some welfare of the deprived departments of the society instead of earning profit.
The members of the cooperatives establish their resources and work together for the benefit of sharing them together, which benefits the main character of these committees, community welfare.