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17 Dec 2024
Co-operation among co-operators: The Irish-British connection, 21-22 February 2025, Belfast; UKSCS / SCSI Conference 2025
The Centre for Co-operative Studies is delighted to share details of a landmark event in Belfast, hosted by the UK Society for Co-operative Studies and the Society for Co-operative Studies Ireland. This gathering marks a pivotal moment for the co-operative movement across these islands, as we look ahead to 2025, the International Year of Co-operatives, under the theme ‘Co-operatives Build a Better World’. This event presents a unique opportunity to explore how co-operative knowledge and insights from Ireland and Britain can shape a better future. Delegates are invited to reflect on the vital role of co-operatives in fostering a stronger, more equitable economy, particularly in light of recent political developments and ongoing discussions about Ireland’s constitutional future.
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05 Dec 2024
Strengthening leadership for a Sustainable Future, Co-op Directors complete ICOS UCC Diploma in Corporate Direction (Food Business)
Twenty-four farmer directors and business leaders from Irish co-operatives have completed the UCC 2023-2024 Diploma in Corporate Direction (Food Business).
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04 Dec 2024
DStream Research Annoucement
Dr. Noreen Byrne shares announcement on project funded by the Environmental Protection Agency.
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29 Nov 2024
UCC Researchers Set to Explore the Untapped Potential of the Social Economy
The DICES project, led by KU Leuven and including UCC, explores how social economy organisations like co-operatives can improve social inclusion and care provision in Europe. With €3.4 million in funding from Horizon Europe, the initiative will conduct surveys, develop case studies, and pilot scalable solutions to enhance care quality and working conditions. The project emphasises person-centred approaches, addressing gaps in Europe's underfunded care sector, and aligns with UCC's strategic focus on innovative, equitable solutions for social challenges. It begins in February 2025.
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