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The 2021 State of the Sector Report is now available

Posted on April 18, 2022April 20, 2022

Haga clíc aquí para leer esta entrada en español The 2021 Worker Cooperative State of the Sector is here, covering two years of cooperative business progress. This report on worker-owned […]

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Highlights from our Member Councils & Peer Networks – March 2022

Posted on March 25, 2022March 25, 2022

Lea esta entrada en español aquí    Our Member Councils and Peer Networks are shaping the future of the worker co-op movement in the U.S. through mutual aid exchanges, collective […]

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This Spring, make worker co-ops bloom! Give to the USFWC today.

Posted on March 24, 2022April 6, 2022

Lea esta entrada en español aquí  When workers come together to fulfill needs in their community and share ownership of a local business, the ripple effect transforms the very way […]

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Support CA Worker Co-ops through SB1407

Posted on March 18, 2022March 23, 2022

The USFWC has been working alongside many of our members through the Worker-Owned Recovery California (WORC) Coalition, and we are excited to share an opportunity to show your support for […]

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The USFWC is Proud to Support America’s SBDC and the 6th Annual #SBDCDay March 16th

Posted on March 16, 2022March 17, 2022

For over 40 years the America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network has helped millions of entrepreneurs and small business owners start and grow their businesses.  As a Federation of […]

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CHCA participates in rally for enacting Fair Pay for Home Care

Posted on March 15, 2022March 15, 2022

by  Denise Hernandez, worker owner at Cooperative Home Care Associates and board director of the USFWC On Valentine’s Day, 1199 SEIU labor union and NY Caring Majority organized a rally […]

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Solidarity with Ukraine Cooperatives: Cooperative Development Foundation Disaster Recovery Fund

Posted on March 2, 2022March 2, 2022

While Russia’s violent invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, forcing civilians into the midst of a war zone, Ukraine’s cooperative businesses need support providing for their members and others in […]

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WATCH: Worker Co-op Policy Pulse, Feb 2022

Posted on February 27, 2022August 31, 2022

Lea esta entrada en español aquí  Policy and advocacy work in the worker cooperative ecosystem is busier than ever. While the Policy and Advocacy Council meets twice a month, we know that not […]

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Co-ops and Labor Unions Work Hand in Hand: USFWC Supports REI Workers’ Right to Unionize

Posted on January 25, 2022January 28, 2022

The U.S. Federation of Worker Cooperatives celebrates the workers at the REI co-op location in New York City who have announced their intention to form a union with the Retail […]

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COVID Prevention: Latest Updates from the Worker Benefits Program

Posted on January 21, 2022January 21, 2022

Para leer este artículo en español, haga clic aquí  COVID-19 cases are higher than they have ever been in the United States. We know this is a really challenging time […]

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Capital for Cooperatives Act introduced in the House

Posted on December 21, 2021December 22, 2021

Congress is rounding out 2021 with a cooperative highlight. On Tuesday, December 22, 2021, Colorado’s Congressman Joe Neguse (CO-2) introduced the Capital for Cooperatives Act in the House. This bill […]

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#InvestInCoops for a more just 2022 – Donate to the USFWC

Posted on December 15, 2021December 16, 2021

As a membership organization that heavily relies on member dues and donations to bring our programming to life, we are so thankful for all the support we’ve received throughout the […]

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Welcome to our newly-elected At-Large Board directors

Posted on November 25, 2021December 29, 2021

Lea esta publicación en español  Thank you to all our voting members who exercised their right and responsibility to elect an outstanding group of cooperators to the USFWC Board.   We’d […]

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Congratulations to our 2021 Worker Co-op Award winners!

Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021

Congratulations to our 2021 Worker Co-op Award winners! Para ver esta publicación en español haga clic aquí   As a part of our multi-day virtual conference convening Worker Co-op Week, […]

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5 important numbers know about the USFWC Worker Benefits Program

Posted on October 14, 2021October 14, 2021

It’s open enrollment time at the USFWC, which means now is the time to select next year’s health-related benefits for yourself and your colleagues. The USFWC Worker Benefits Program is […]

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Our 2020 Annual Report is now available

Posted on October 1, 2021October 12, 2021

2020 was a challenging yet illuminating year for our cooperative community.  From the global pandemic and financial crisis to mass uprisings to defend Black Life, we were reminded more than […]

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Meet the 2021 Worker Ownership State Advocacy Fellows

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021

Para español, haga clic aquí The USFWC is proud to announce its inaugural cohort of fellows for the Worker Ownership State Advocacy Fellowship! The Worker Ownership State Advocacy (WOSA) Fellowship […]

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Online voting for the Board has been extended to October 17th!

Posted on September 15, 2021October 7, 2021

Para español haga clic aquí USFWC members, it’s time to exercise your right and responsibility to elect the next round of At-Large Representatives to the Board of Directors.  This year, […]

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The House Small Business Committee passes $500 million Co-op Lending Pilot Program

Posted on September 10, 2021September 10, 2021

Para español, haga clíc aquí On Thursday, September 9, the House Small Business Committee passed a $25 billion bill that would provide funding and assistance to small businesses, including a […]

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Worker Co-op Week is taking place Nov. 3-5th – Submit a session application

Posted on August 9, 2021August 10, 2021

  SAVE THE DATES! Worker Co-op Week is taking place November 3-5th, 2021. Para español haga clic aquí The COVID-19 pandemic has distanced worker co-ops from each other and their […]

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