kooperatiivien
Kooperatiivien, often translated as cooperatives, are organizations owned and controlled by the people who use their services or are employed by them. The core principle is that members, rather than external shareholders, have a say in how the cooperative operates and share in its profits or benefits. This democratic structure is often characterized by the "one member, one vote" principle, ensuring equal representation regardless of investment size.
There are various types of cooperatives, each serving different needs. Consumer cooperatives are owned by their
Cooperatives operate on a set of fundamental principles that guide their activities, including voluntary and open